Pricing & Labor Rates

What Do Our Clients Want to Know First?

1. β€œHow much will my rebuild cost?”

2. β€œHow long will it take?”

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Why We’re Cheaper Than Dealers (But Higher Quality)

Dealerships do not rebuild engines β€” they replace them entirely:

  • BMW: $17,000 – $28,000

  • AMG: $22,000 – $38,000

  • Jaguar Land Rover: $19,000 – $32,000

Rebuilding your original engine saves you 10–20K and ensures your VIN-matched long block stays in your vehicle.

Every Vegas Engine Lab rebuild includes:

βœ” Blueprint-style documentation
βœ” Precision measurement sheet
βœ” Photo & video documentation
βœ” Cleanroom-style assembly
βœ” Organized fasteners & labeled components
βœ” Correct torque, angle, indexing
βœ” Engine returned fully documented


What’s 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 3–4 Days 2–4 Weeks
I6, V6, NA V8 4–5 Days 3–5 Weeks
Turbo / Supercharged 5–7 Days 4–6 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 – $3,500Β 
(parts + machining + labor)

Turnaround Time:

3–4 business days for teardown
2–4 weeks for full rebuild (if you choose to move forward)


Β Inline-6, V6 & Naturally Aspirated V8 Engines (3.0L – 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 – $6,000Β 

(parts + machining + labor)

Turnaround Time:

4–5 business days for teardown
3–5 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 – $10,000

(parts + machining + labor)

Turnaround Time:

5–7 business days for teardown
4–6 weeks for full rebuild


Why We’re More Affordable for Our Clients Than Dealers (But Higher Quality)

Dealerships do not rebuild engines β€” they replace them entirely:

  • BMW: $17,000 – $28,000

  • AMG: $22,000 – $38,000

  • Jaguar Land Rover: $19,000 – $32,000

Rebuilding your original engine saves you 10–20K and ensures your VIN-matched long block stays in your vehicle.

Every Vegas Engine Lab rebuild includes:

βœ” Blueprint-style documentation
βœ” Precision measurement sheet
βœ” Photo & video documentation
βœ” Cleanroom-style assembly
βœ” Organized fasteners & labeled components
βœ” Correct torque, angle, indexing
βœ” Engine returned fully documented


What’s 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 3–4 Days 2–4 Weeks
I6, V6, NA V8 4–5 Days 3–5 Weeks
Turbo / Supercharged 5–7 Days 4–6 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.

  • Dealer labor: $220–$295/hr

  • Performance shops: $180–$200/hr

  • Independent repair shops: $140–$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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