If you experience breakdown of your engine or transmission gearbox, the natural assumption made by most drivers is that a costly brand new one will have to be purchased. This is not true because a good second-hand engine or gearbox can give you back the performance of your car at an affordable price without compromising the quality. At QLD Car Wreckers, we provide selected second-hand engines, motors and gearboxes for many different makes and models of vehicles throughout Brisbane and Southeast Queensland.
Why Choose a Used Engine or Gearbox?
There is no need for your vehicle’s engine or transmission to cost you an arm and a leg if you need them to be replaced. Used OEM components are a great way to save money on replacing a vehicle that is still young enough to function properly. As these components were made by the manufacturer of the vehicle, they will surely fit perfectly and work well.
Advantages of using a quality used engine or gearbox include the following:
- Cheaper replacement in comparison with new ones
- Components provided by the manufacturer
- Environmentally-friendly replacement
- Wide variety for popular brands/models of vehicles
- Best choice for old cars, where new components are hard to find
It is safe to say that replacing the engine of your car with a used one is going to save you a lot of money.
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Where Do Our Used Engines Come From?
Our engines and transmissions come from cars that have reached their life span due to factors other than malfunction of any mechanical part. Most of our donor cars have suffered accident, hail damage, or write-offs by their respective insurance companies, but the engines and transmissions of the cars remain in fine working order. All cars are stripped down by qualified mechanics so that we can reclaim high-quality mechanical parts prior to recycling the other parts of the car. This ensures sustainable automotive recycling as well as provides customers with quality replacement parts.
Our Inspection Process
Every engine or gearbox pulled off a car is not ready for sale. Every item goes through an inspection process, which may involve the following:
- Visual evaluation of the state of the item
- Checking for any leaks of oils or coolants
- Cleaning
- Ensuring compatibility
- Coding of engines and transmissions
- Proper storage before selling
When required, more actions will be done depending on the particular item and the condition of the donor car. Our goal is to supply our customers with quality second-hand parts, with warranty services depending on the particular engine or gearbox supplied.
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We Stock Engines and Gearboxes for Many Vehicle Brands
Our inventory is always changing with the arrival of new cars for disassembly. We frequently have used engines and transmissions available for a wide variety of well-known brands, such as: toyota, Ford, Holden, Nissan, Mazda, Hyundai, Kia, Mitsubishi, Honda, Subaru, VW, BMw, Isuzu and many others. Should you be uncertain about what you are looking for being in stock, we will be able to check our stock for your make/model/year/VIN/engine code.
Used Engine, Rebuilt Engine or New Engine?
Many customers ask which option offers the best value. Used engine is an original engine from other car, which undergoes checking before sale. It is considered to be the most economical option. Rebuilt engine is one, which undergoes dismantling and is fixed using new parts. It is considered to be reliable but it is relatively costly. New engine is produced anew and it is durable but it is considered to be the most expensive option among all three. For ordinary cars the best choice is used but thoroughly checked engine.
Signs Your Engine May Need Replacing
Some problems may be repaired while others signal a need for replacement. Typical symptoms include:
- Knocking sounds coming from the engine
- Heavy emission of blue or white smoke
- Significant oil consumption
- Overheating damage to the engine
- Lack of compression
- Cracks in the engine block
- Metal fragments in the engine oil
Replacing the engine, when suggested by your mechanic, will save you a lot of money on repairs.
When Should You Replace Your Gearbox?
The gearbox is the component that transmits engine energy to the wheels. The faulty transmission can influence both the vehicle’s performance and its safety.
Symptoms of problems include:
- Gear slipping
- Delayed gear change
- Gearbox noises
- Fluid leaking
- Indicators
- Problems shifting gears
- Strange noises when driving
The best way to repair the transmission in such cases is to replace it with another one from a similar car model.
Choosing the Correct Replacement Part
Choosing the right engine and gearbox is not just about being aware of your car model. Minor variations in the year of manufacture, engine coding, and type of transmission system will impact compatibility.
Before buying the parts, you need the following information:
- Vehicle make and model
- Year of manufacture
- VIN number
- Engine code
- Transmission code (if available)
Having this information will enable us to select the appropriate replacement part for your car.
Supporting Sustainable Vehicle Recycling
Each used engine and gearbox saves resources from being wasted in the form of landfill, and at the same time, the production of new parts is avoided. By recycling car parts, it is possible to save natural resources and avoid excessive energy use in manufacturing new parts. Using recycled OEM parts is a rational and environmentally conscious choice.
Find the Right Used Engine or Gearbox Today
In case you need an engine or a gearbox to be replaced, is the right company that will provide you with high-quality recycled parts at reasonable rates. With an always changing range of items, professional employees and carefully checked parts, we provide you with more options to get your car back in action without having to pay for new parts. Feel free to contact QLD Car Wreckers right now for more information and a quotation.