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TheBandit18 · 09-29-2013, 10:27 PM

I was just curious on how much these ls3's are worth.

A shortblock only 13000 miles on it?

SPCBA · 09-29-2013, 10:46 PM

Depends on area.

TheBandit18 · 09-30-2013, 07:41 AM

Does it really vary that much in different places?

omgitsmikeyC · 09-30-2013, 08:41 AM

I've seen short blocks here from 1800 to 5k for long block and accessories.

TheBandit18 · 09-30-2013, 09:22 AM

That surprises me that you can get a short block new for $4500.

K32 Camaro · 09-30-2013, 09:22 AM

1800? Haha..

3500-4500

62nalide · 09-30-2013, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by omgitsmikeyC

I've seen short blocks here from 1800 to 5k for long block and accessories.

X2 we pay around $2000 up to $2,500 or so for L92 6.2Ls

and about $2500 to $3000 in the DFW

Block with no heads-$1200 or so

TheBandit18 · 09-30-2013, 10:35 AM

Ok. Well I guess that will give me something to figure out. I want to do a 418ci ls3 in the spring but trying to figure out if it's cheaper to do the stroker kit on this motor or get a new motor that is already at a 418

Pro Stock John · 09-30-2013, 10:38 AM

I'm thinking <$1500 for a used shortblock.

62nalide · 09-30-2013, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheBandit18

Ok. Well I guess that will give me something to figure out. I want to do a 418ci ls3 in the spring but trying to figure out if it's cheaper to do the stroker kit on this motor or get a new motor that is already at a 418

IMO sell yours and buy one already built or order one to your specifications. My buddy learned the hard way. His LS3 was stroked into a 429ci and paying labor for this and that he paid 700 more than ordering one already built or have tsp build one. Unless you do your own work. Just qoute one and qoute having yours get machined balanced etc....

dekan513 · 09-30-2013, 10:59 AM

u can get a forge short block for 3200 or so. 386 ci or something like that. 416 forged are around 4000. used blocks can go anywhere from 1000 bucks for block only to 5-6 grand complete from what ive seen.

BlaqWhole · 09-30-2013, 11:01 AM

Building engines is not really too difficult if you take your time, have the proper tools, and have good information sources. And even if you have to shell out extra money factoring in the cost of tools, you can still use those tools in the future on other projects. I would recommend buying a short block, getting it fully machined, buying a stroker kit, and then building the short block. After that I'd say get ported or aftermarket heads and a good cam. Take your time and then do the engine install yourself. In the long run you will have bragging rights and a deeper connection with your vehicle. And don't forget that some places offer a tool rental service if you don't want to buy tools. You can even rent engine stands and cherry pickers I believe.

dekan513 · 09-30-2013, 11:02 AM

http://www.livernoismotorsports.com/...hortblock.html

TheBandit18 · 09-30-2013, 06:54 PM

I'll definitely be doing the install myself then getting tuned somewhere. I'm hit trying to figure out which way to go.

09-29-2013, 10:27 PM	#1
TheBandit18 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2ss M6 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 989	price on used ls3? I was just curious on how much these ls3's are worth. A shortblock only 13000 miles on it?

09-29-2013, 10:46 PM	#2
SPCBA Drives: pleather and Chiclets Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: a line somwhere Posts: 4,206 View My Garage	Depends on area. __________________ the power by www.cunningham-motorsports.com the brakes by www.RacingBrake.com

09-30-2013, 08:41 AM	#4
omgitsmikeyC Drives: 2014 CTS-V- totalled/ 45TH ss- SOLD Join Date: May 2013 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 1,096 View My Garage	I've seen short blocks here from 1800 to 5k for long block and accessories. __________________ 2014 CTS-V... with some go-fast bits coming

09-30-2013, 10:38 AM	#9
Pro Stock John Writer Drives: 2010 SS / 1967 Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 7,216	I'm thinking <$1500 for a used shortblock. __________________ PROJECT HEAVY CHEVY Camaro Now: Mods for the Masses Part I \| Part II 13.15@106 1.95 \| 100% Stock 12.37@112 1.85 \| + Kooks Headers/Cats + 20" 555R + CAI + BW TB + UDP + Tune 12.06@113 1.70 \| + CD 3200 + 18" NT05R + RCR Intake + NE OTR + GPI Tune 11.84@115 1.59 \| + 3.91s + Race Star 17x7 Fronts 10.90@125 1.47 \| + GPI VVT Cam + BW Ported Heads + CD 3800

09-30-2013, 10:59 AM	#11
dekan513 chevy pride Drives: 2ss/rs Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: pikeville ky Posts: 2,141 View My Garage	u can get a forge short block for 3200 or so. 386 ci or something like that. 416 forged are around 4000. used blocks can go anywhere from 1000 bucks for block only to 5-6 grand complete from what ive seen. __________________ check out ky speeds fb page https://www.facebook.com/kyspeed

09-30-2013, 07:41 AM	#3
TheBandit18 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2ss M6 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 989	Does it really vary that much in different places?

09-30-2013, 09:22 AM	#5
TheBandit18 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2ss M6 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 989	That surprises me that you can get a short block new for $4500.

09-30-2013, 09:22 AM	#6
K32 Camaro V8 lounge member #5 Drives: 12 2SS Synergy Camaro, 05 PontiacG6 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,301	1800? Haha.. 3500-4500

09-30-2013, 10:35 AM	#8
TheBandit18 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2ss M6 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 989	Ok. Well I guess that will give me something to figure out. I want to do a 418ci ls3 in the spring but trying to figure out if it's cheaper to do the stroker kit on this motor or get a new motor that is already at a 418

09-30-2013, 11:01 AM	#12
BlaqWhole Account Suspended Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 7,692	Building engines is not really too difficult if you take your time, have the proper tools, and have good information sources. And even if you have to shell out extra money factoring in the cost of tools, you can still use those tools in the future on other projects. I would recommend buying a short block, getting it fully machined, buying a stroker kit, and then building the short block. After that I'd say get ported or aftermarket heads and a good cam. Take your time and then do the engine install yourself. In the long run you will have bragging rights and a deeper connection with your vehicle. And don't forget that some places offer a tool rental service if you don't want to buy tools. You can even rent engine stands and cherry pickers I believe.

09-30-2013, 11:02 AM	#13
dekan513 chevy pride Drives: 2ss/rs Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: pikeville ky Posts: 2,141 View My Garage	http://www.livernoismotorsports.com/...hortblock.html __________________ check out ky speeds fb page https://www.facebook.com/kyspeed

09-30-2013, 06:54 PM	#14
TheBandit18 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2ss M6 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 989	I'll definitely be doing the install myself then getting tuned somewhere. I'm hit trying to figure out which way to go.