Any recommendations on where to buy used Subaru engines?

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Old 08-09-2013, 02:03 PM
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Any recommendations on where to buy used Subaru engines?

Looking for a legit spot to purchase a used STi engine. I'm considering a swap on a wagon but would like your guy's advice on where to go to for a good (used) engine. Thanks in advance guys!
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Price range? stock used engine? rebuilt ? How much mileage is acceptable for you needs?
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Stock engine would be acceptable. 2,500??
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Miles 50k and under.
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If you're looking for a long block anything low mileage and under $3k is a bargain.
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I doubt local shops would have anything used in that price range. You can always try calling. PM'd you about where else you might have luck. I think you could also buy a used block and work your way up around that pricepoint.

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I remember a guy on here selling his STi engine for 2,500 I believe. He was planning on going with a JDM engine. Ill keep looking around but thanks for your info guys.
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You can do a hybrid build for that price if you do your own work.

A legit STI swap will cost you 4-5k for the engine, wire harness and ECU.

A hybrid is a 2.5 block with your WRX heads.
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A new sti short block can be bought for 2200 or so but the rest will also cost a bit. A hybrid is probably the best route. My buddy did it and I'm actually pretty impressed on the output
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