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What are some good cheap engine swaps?
I’ve been saving some money to improve my horsepower and I am ready to invest in a new engine. What are some good cheap engine swaps?
Bonnie Stinson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Good for you! Cheap engine swaps include GM’s LS, Honda’s B-Series, and Toyota’s JZ—and expect to spend around $2,000.
GM’s LS V8 is very popular. Honda’s B-Series are a good place to start your research on cheap engine swaps. The company’s K-Series and F-Series are great but they’re more expensive. J-Series is another popular option, although starting costs are around $4,000.
Toyota’s JZ turbocharged engines are pretty impressive, too. Expect to shell out about $1,500 for a 1JS-GTE engine, plus about $2,000 if you need mounts and electronics to make it work with a non-Toyota chassis.
Consider whether there’s aftermarket support before doing an engine swap. Do your research about how much support is available before you get your heart set on a particular engine!
Expect to spend at least $2,000 (or up to $20,000), depending on your goals and budget.
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