0
If you are talking about a replacement used engine-yes. There is no point replacing an engine with one that is unlikely to last long and you can do much better for about the same price. There are many sources to buy low mileage engines that salvage yards pull from totaled cars that will last. If it is a car, it depends on price and your goals. If it's a hobby car or you are replacing engine anyway, it might not make a difference or make more sense to buy one with engine high mileage to reduce initial cash outlay. You may have no transportation at all and just need something that runs and cheap without payments, then you would get the car most likely to last and ignore the brand/type-just focus on what you need vs want
Wiki User
∙ 8y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
I have a 1997 Pontiac sunfire automatic 2.2 engine with 147000 miles. It Idles at 1500-2500 RPM's whats wrong?
AnswerPERHAPS THROTTLE BODY IS STUCK OPEN- TRY TO FREE WITH SCREWDRIVER (WITH ENGINE OFF)Also could be either a bad TPS (throttle position switch) or bad ICS (Idle control solinoid) more likely to be TPS
Is 163000 miles on a Honda bad?
It is not bad at all, I bought my civic when it had about 160,000 miles it is now closing in on 220,000 miles and I have not had any engine problems. I have replaced some other parts on the car but the engine has had no issues.
Driving with no coolant?
Very bad idea. engine damage will result.
Is a 2003 Suburban LS 5.3L with 165000 miles a bad idea to buy?
If it has been maintained and cared for properly, it has another 100K left in it. The 5.3 is a good engine but not the greatest on fuel mileage.
Can you drive with a wrench in the engine?
I guess that it would depend on where the wrench is. But it would be a bad idea.
Buying a Ducati with 9000 miles on it is a bad idea?
No, Ducati with 9000 miles on it has comparable wear as other bikes. Don't worry!
Is it bad for a 89 crx to have 160k miles on the engine?
No way! Honda engines can last up to 300,000 miles - engine and transmission. Unless the engine check light is on or if it's running badly, there's no problem.
What happens if there is no engine coolant in car?
The engine could overheat and destroy itself. It's a very bad idea to drive a car with no cooling system.
Is 120000 miles in 4 years bad for a diesel engine?
Strictly speaking, even a single mile is bad for an engine, since wear begins from the first revolution of the crankshaft. The answer to the question you are asking is, unfortunately, "it depends". An engine driven 120,000 miles could be in better shape than one driven only 12,000 miles depending on things such as loading, maintenance, and driving technique.
What does it mean when exhaust is blowing black and blue smoke?
Black and blue smoke means your engine is burning oil. That is bad. You may have a blown head gasket. That is very bad. You may have worn piston rings. That is also bad. I have no idea why your engine is burning oil but the reason is bad.
What are some of the symptoms that an O2 sensor is bad?
service engine soon light comes on, less miles per gallon of gasoline, bad emissions
What is the gas mileage for the 1996 Cadillac Coupe deVille?
I was consistently getting 30 miles per gallon on the highway at 65 miles per hour during many 500 mile trips between homes. Then, I had an engine tune up because I detected a slight roughness in the idle. Mileage was still good. I had new plugs and wires. Bad idea. Now my highway mileage is 22 miles per gallon and the engine knocks badly. It was a 91 Deville with 4.9 engine and 75,000 miles on it. I guess I should have taken it to the dealer for the tune up.
