I was about to sell my car (2001 Audi A4 1.8T) when I started having engine trouble and my mechanic told me I had to replace the engine. Sigh.
Obviously, I want to save money and go with a used engine, but I realize it won’t be as dependable as a new or rebuilt engine.
Questions:
1. Can a buyer (or his mechanic) detect a replaced engine?
2. Are there any guidelines on how such an engine replacement would effect resale value? In other words, if the car is worth $10,000 with the original engine, how much less with the a newly installed used engine?
Thank-you!
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