Pricing & Labor Rates
What Do Our Clients Want to Know First?
1. βHow much will my rebuild cost?β
2. βHow long will it take?β
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Why Weβre Cheaper Than Dealers (But Higher Quality)
Dealerships do not rebuild engines β they replace them entirely:
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BMW: $17,000 β $28,000
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AMG: $22,000 β $38,000
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Jaguar Land Rover: $19,000 β $32,000
Rebuilding your original engine saves you 10β20K and ensures your VIN-matched long block stays in your vehicle.
Every Vegas Engine Lab rebuild includes:
β Blueprint-style documentation
β Precision measurement sheet
β Photo & video documentation
β Cleanroom-style assembly
β Organized fasteners & labeled components
β Correct torque, angle, indexing
β Engine returned fully documented
Whatβs Included in Your Rebuild Labor
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Full teardown
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Degreasing & prep
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Bearing clearance measurement
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Cylinder bore measurement
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Piston-to-wall clearance measurement
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Crankshaft journal inspection
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Rod alignment checks
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Fastener sorting & labeling
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Complete failure identification
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Blueprint-ready documentation
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Reassembly (if approved)
Turnaround Summary
| Engine Type | Tear-Down Time | Rebuild Time |
|---|---|---|
| Inline-4 / Small V6 | 3β4 Days | 2β4 Weeks |
| I6, V6, NA V8 | 4β5 Days | 3β5 Weeks |
| Turbo / Supercharged | 5β7 Days | 4β6 Weeks |
Transparent. Fair. Dealer-level quality without dealer-level pricing.
Our pricing model is simple and based onΒ engine size and complexity.Β
Simple.
While dealerships only offer engine replacement (usually $20,000+), we rebuild your original engine with exact measurements, photo documentation, and strict cleanliness standards.
Below is everything you need to know about pricing, labor rates, and expected turnaround times.
Inline-4 & Smaller Engines
Examples:
BMW B48, B46, N20, N26, Mercedes M274, JLR Ingenium 2.0
Labor Estimate:
$1500.00 USD
Full Rebuild Expectation:
$2000 β $3,500Β
(parts + machining + labor)
Turnaround Time:
3β4 business days for teardown
2β4 weeks for full rebuild (if you choose to move forward)
Β Inline-6, V6 & Naturally Aspirated V8 Engines (3.0L β 5.0L)
Examples:
BMW (E36/E39/E46, S62, S85)
MERCEDESΒ M112 / M272 V6,Β M113 / M273 V8 , M156 6.2L AMG V8,
JLR AJ133 NA
Β
Labor Estimate:
$2500.00 USD
Full Rebuild Expectation:
$4,000 β $6,000Β
(parts + machining + labor)
Turnaround Time:
4β5 business days for teardown
3β5 weeks for full rebuild
Turbocharged / Supercharged / High-Performance Engines
BMW N63/S63, AMG M157/M177/M178, JLR AJ133 5.0 SC, AJ126 3.0 SC
Labor Estimate:
$3,500.00 USD
Full Rebuild Expectation:
$5,000 β $10,000
(parts + machining + labor)
Turnaround Time:
5β7 business days for teardown
4β6 weeks for full rebuild
Why Weβre More Affordable for Our Clients Than Dealers (But Higher Quality)
Dealerships do not rebuild engines β they replace them entirely:
-
BMW: $17,000 β $28,000
-
AMG: $22,000 β $38,000
-
Jaguar Land Rover: $19,000 β $32,000
Rebuilding your original engine saves you 10β20K and ensures your VIN-matched long block stays in your vehicle.
Every Vegas Engine Lab rebuild includes:
β Blueprint-style documentation
β Precision measurement sheet
β Photo & video documentation
β Cleanroom-style assembly
β Organized fasteners & labeled components
β Correct torque, angle, indexing
β Engine returned fully documented
Whatβs Included in Your Rebuild Labor
-
Full teardown
-
Degreasing & prep
-
Bearing clearance measurement
-
Cylinder bore measurement
-
Piston-to-wall clearance measurement
-
Crankshaft journal inspection
-
Rod alignment checks
-
Fastener sorting & labeling
-
Complete failure identification
-
Blueprint-ready documentation
-
Reassembly (if approved)
Turnaround Summary
| Engine Type | Tear-Down Time | Rebuild Time |
|---|---|---|
| Inline-4 / Small V6 | 3β4 Days | 2β4 Weeks |
| I6, V6, NA V8 | 4β5 Days | 3β5 Weeks |
| Turbo / Supercharged | 5β7 Days | 4β6 Weeks |
Transparent. Fair. Dealer-level quality without dealer-level pricing.
Our pricing model is simple and based onΒ engine size and complexity.Β
Simple.
While dealerships only offer engine replacement (usually $20,000+), we rebuild your original engine with exact measurements, photo documentation, and strict cleanliness standards.
Below is everything you need to know about pricing, labor rates, and expected turnaround times.
Our Labor Rate
$100/hr
Lower than all dealers, higher quality than any general repair shop. Guaranteed.
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Dealer labor: $220β$295/hr
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Performance shops: $180β$200/hr
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Independent repair shops: $140β$160/hr
Our rate allows us to deliver clinical-level precision, professional engine documentation, and a rebuild you can trust β without inflated dealership pricing.
Still Have Questions?
Visit our FAQ page, email info@vegasenginelab.com, or schedule a teardown inspection through our online store.
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