How it works

Five steps from working out what you need to a running vehicle.

1. Confirm what engine you need

Search by engine code if you know it, or browse by make and model. If you're not sure, call us with your registration, VIN or engine number and we'll confirm it. Getting this right is the single most important step — an engine that doesn't fit is an expensive mistake, and we'd rather spend five minutes on the phone than process a return.

2. Understand what's supplied

Most of our engines are supplied as a long motor — the block, crank, pistons, cylinder head and valvetrain assembled and tested. Your mechanic transfers bolt-on parts across from your old engine: manifolds, injection or fuel system, turbo where fitted, alternator, starter, sensors, wiring and accessories.

Some engines are also available as a complete motor with more of those parts already fitted. Where both are offered you'll see the choice on the product page. Check the "what's supplied" section on each listing — it's specific to that engine.

3. Order

Order online, or call us. Freight is calculated at checkout from your address and the weight of the engine. If your delivery address has no forklift, select tail-lift delivery — a crated engine weighs 150–600 kg and can't be unloaded by hand.

4. Delivery

Your engine is crated, palletised and insured, and ships from our Australian warehouse. Typical door-to-door is 5–8 business days including sea freight and customs clearance. You'll get tracking, and the carrier will call to arrange a delivery window.

Many customers have the engine delivered straight to their mechanic's workshop. It saves handling it twice and the workshop usually has the gear to unload it.

5. Installation

Professional installation by a qualified mechanic is required to keep your warranty valid. Your mechanic will need to fit the transferred parts, fill and prime all fluids, and check timing and engine management before first start.

Engines ship without coolant or oil for safe freight transit. Never start the engine before it has been properly filled and primed — that will destroy it, and it isn't covered by warranty.

What it costs all up

Budget for three things: the engine, freight, and your mechanic's labour plus fluids and any parts that should be replaced while the engine is out — clutch, timing components, water pump, mounts. Your mechanic can quote the labour once they know which engine you're fitting.