TheSamba.com :: View topic - rebuilt motor and stuff, is this a good price

Thu May 20, 2004 8:26 am

I just had my 71 dp 1600cc motor rebuilt completely with a new clutch, pressure plate, bearings, fuel lines, fuel pump, engine wiring, main jet, cables.....etc for 1367$ with tax, it looked like a steal, I guess ill know when I drive it. Lemme know what you paid or if I'm a dummy for not doing it my self.
Thanks

Thu May 20, 2004 8:29 am

Oh yeah, a new bosch starter and a new dual exhaust and he painted a few tins and the ports.

Thu May 20, 2004 5:42 pm

If he did a full rebuild, it's a steal at that price. Sounds more like it was an inspect parts and put them back in because they have no wear, change the rings, and paint the tin.

Thu May 20, 2004 7:18 pm

yeah, i know he didnt replace much more than the rings and gaskets, he said his price includes milling if needed, he didnt charge for labor on the fuel lines, theres a new pressure plate and throw bearing? in there also. is there anything wrong with a rebuild without replacing the pistons? he said he will fix anything that goes wrong for a year for free. Now i found out i need new front brakes and soon a new front beam. oh well, that comes with buying an old vw.

Thu May 20, 2004 10:06 pm

For a stock 1600, usually the pistons are good for a lot longer than the rings. There isn't likely to be any problem with using used pistons on a stock motor if they were checked for damage thoroughly.

Fri May 21, 2004 10:32 am

hey thanks for the input, i had the feelng that no one would reply since i have only made a few posts. The guy i went to does good work, if i wanted to put a big bore kit on it i would only have had to pay for the kit and labor was included and he would still warranty it. I have seen several cars he has done and i think i finally found the shop i have been looking for after being burnt in the past with my volvo at a "reputable" shop.