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How much does a cracked engine block cost to fix?

My engine block has a crack in it that needs repairing, and I’m dreading the repair bills. How much does a cracked engine block cost to fix?

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Melanie Mergen · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Repairing a cracked engine block can be pretty costly. Depending on the severity, repair costs could range from $1,500 to $4,000.
Repairing a cracked engine block is possible, but it may be better to replace the block outright. If you drive an older vehicle, the cost of repairing severe cracking might even exceed the total value of the vehicle, in which case you may want to prepare to purchase a new car.
A
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can help you evaluate how serious your engine block crack is and give you an estimate on how much it could cost to fix.
Whether you stay with your current vehicle or end up getting a different one, it may be a good idea to revisit your
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