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A typical dismantler base 2.5L engine sells for $3,000-$3,500. Check eBay. Price will vary depending on mileage (and seller).

For $3,500-$4,500, the seller should be including the 60K service parts (and maybe even a new water pump or alternator) so your engine is ready to run as soon as its installed. Again, higher prices will also be reflected in lower mileage engines.

As a standalone core, your blown 2.5L core might be worth $500.

Engine in/out is around $800-$1,800 depending on the shop. If you're purchasing the engine from them, then they should give you a break on the replacement labor but if you are bringing the engine to them, then expect $1,200-$1,800. Also, remember that the shop will have to do some of the 60K service to get the car on the road again (oil, coolant, etc). They might include this in the replacement price but most likely not so expect several hundered more here.

Clutch parts are $600+. Labor to install will depend on the shop. Again, if you're buying the engine from the same shop and having them do the remove/install, they might not charge anything for the clutch labor. Otherwise, expect $200-$500 additional.