Engine Failed in my current car. What should I do?

Asked by Matt_Catdaddy Jan 30, 2017 at 07:51 PM about the 2003 Toyota Celica GT

Question type: Shopping & Pricing

Situation:
I am currently a college student and I am planning to graduate in 2019. My car  engine
has just failed.  Well from what a mechanic quick look at the car, my head gasket is broke
as well as my water pump, oils contaminated and it overheats.  

I would like some advice on what would be the best option for me to take?  Should I
purchase a used engine? or Should I purchase a car?
I do not know much about engine swaps, so I coming here for more knowledge about it.  

5 Answers

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Maybe get it repaired if the rest of the car is in good mechanical condition.

It all depends on your finances. If you drive very little and you have 2 years to go a cheap used car might meet your needs. A car with a few dents in it can be dirt cheap but still have low miles and be in good mechanical shape.

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Your looking at around $2500 to $3700 depending on the engine that is in there, for are remanufactured engine, plus labor cost.

10

Coul it be replaced with a 2000 corolla engine my engine also failed in my 2001 celica

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