Simple Question

[batmanboxster]

Whats a core exchange??

I'm replacing my blown 2.5L with a new 2.5L and the dealer mentioned a core exchange and how this method is cheaper.

Thanks all..

[CJ_Boxster]

That means you give them your old engine. If you dont, then the price is way higher.... Chances are the engine you are buying from them is a rebuilt engine they recieved as a core in the past, and your broken 2.5 will be rebuilt and sold to someone else and core will be requests.... THE CIRCLE OF LIFEEEEEEEEE

[batmanboxster]

hmm..that makes sense. I have a question though. Will my new 2.5L rebuilt engine come with a better Intermediate shaft, Rear Main seal etc?? Basically, are all the flaws of the original 2.5 resolved in the rebuilt one?

[deliriousga]

It's not just more expensive, it's usually required. Say your new engine is $5K and the core charge is $1K. When you buy the engine you will pay the full $6K. When you return the core, you get $1K of your money back. The thing to be careful with is the time limit. Most places give you 30-60 days to return the blown engine so you have to take care of everything pretty quickly.

[johne4]

Typically it aslo must be a rebuilable core.

[pompous]

has nobody tried to rebuild the engine themselves? just curious...
for 5-6k I think it would cross my mind as a winter project or something.