Will you gain value in your restomod by going to a ls2 or ls3 from an ls1?

[CamaroMike]

Originally Posted by Mkelcy

Even sight unseen, I would think there are other things you could do to the car today that would increase resale value more than an LS1 to LS3 swap.

New generations of engines are coming out pretty frequently these days. You might just find yourself chasing an ever moving target.

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Every person is different and is willing to pay different amounts. I wanted a 5.3 over a 6.0 because its just a driver and fuel is expensive. It def wont hurt the value of your car!


If you do go that route let me know. I might take the ls1 off your hands.

[69greyghost]

Originally Posted by Mkelcy

Even sight unseen, I would think there are other things you could do to the car today that would increase resale value more than an LS1 to LS3 swap.

New generations of engines are coming out pretty frequently these days. You might just find yourself chasing an ever moving target.

I guess thats kinda my point, I was thinking that I could better uses the money elsewhere in my car. Not to mention my car is not a show car so I dont think its going to sell for top dollar if I were to sell it. Hell I saw a 69 on car chasers with an ls7 and a solid build go for far less than I would have taken. I think it depends on the buyer or the seller.

Originally Posted by CamaroMike

^This


Every person is different and is willing to pay different amounts. I wanted a 5.3 over a 6.0 because its just a driver and fuel is expensive. It def wont hurt the value of your car!


If you do go that route let me know. I might take the ls1 off your hands.

I will keep you posted, its a really good motor. 2000 ls1 with a cam, it had 85k on it and was taken apart to get what I now have. ( Taken down to the shortblock and checked ). I think if I get the right deal I will upgrade but if not I will stick with what I have.

[n77nxc]

IMO, the LS craze will fade eventually with the introduction of the next generation of GM engines.

With that said, I did purchase a LQ9 for my 67 build. My main reason was I'm familiar with the engine and feel comfortable working on it. Also, it was easy on the budget.

If I were shooting for a value add motor and had the cash, I'd have to go 572 BB with a carb. I personally think that will always be cool.

[Mkelcy]

Originally Posted by n77nxc

IMO, the LS craze will fade eventually with the introduction of the next generation of GM engines.

With that said, I did purchase a LQ9 for my 67 build. My main reason was I'm familiar with the engine and feel comfortable working on it. Also, it was easy on the budget.

If I were shooting for a value add motor and had the cash, I'd have to go 572 BB with a carb. I personally think that will always be cool.

The coolness of a 572 BBC is going to depend heavily on the price of gas, unless it's a total trailer queen.

[LS1-IROC]

I think it would increase the overall value of the car, but not enough to cover the cost of the swap. While the LS1 motor is a little dated now, it's still a very capable motor as well as rock solid dependable. I think the LSx craze is till going strong and will continue to be a healthy market for years to come.

[69greyghost]

Originally Posted by LS1-IROC

I think it would increase the overall value of the car, but not enough to cover the cost of the swap. While the LS1 motor is a little dated now, it's still a very capable motor as well as rock solid dependable. I think the LSx craze is till going strong and will continue to be a healthy market for years to come.

I would happen to agree, it will take some time for the aftermarket to build on the new gm platform and there is no guarantee that the performance to cost ratio will be as economical as an ls motor. I could be mistaken but I think cheap, powerful, fuel efficient motors could be something popular for a significant duration of time. Just my 2cents. I think I will stick with my ls1 until I get a reason to do otherwise.

[hifi875]

Unless you want more power there is no reason to. It's still a ls. The design is the same. It's a ls. If you're happy w your ls1 then keep it in there and work on your brakes or suspension. So many poeple just throw a ls engine in and think they are done all the while they have stock brakes. Stock suspension stock interior. The engine is only part of a pro touring car and prolly not the most important part

[charchri4]

Might be a few bucks in value in it but no way near what you will spend. I think it's kind of funny that guys feel the LS1 is dated when it's sitting in a 45 year old chassis. That and the 2 and 3 are the same "dated" family of engines.

[Vegas69]

It comes down to the scope of the car. I wouldn't drop an LS1 in a high end pro touring car. The carpet has to match the drapes as the old saying goes. In an average Camaro, I'd take it over a 1st gen small block any day.

[jwcarguy]

Originally Posted by charchri4

Might be a few bucks in value in it but no way near what you will spend. I think it's kind of funny that guys feel the LS1 is dated when it's sitting in a 45 year old chassis. That and the 2 and 3 are the same "dated" family of engines.

IMO it would add more than "a few bucks in value", just for the simple fact that the larger engines (in stock trim) go for more than double the cost of a "LS1"

Also, the LS2 & LS3 are not the "same dated family of engines" (Gen 3 compared to Gen 4)

Both the LS2 & LS3 have:

-better pcm operating systems (58x )
- stronger bottom end rotating assemblies (coated skirt pistons w/ floating pins, larger connecting rods, stronger cranks)
- stronger block design and crankcase ventilation
- better flowing cfm(as cast) cylinder heads, w/ larger Intake valves
- VVT / DOD ( can be a benefit in certain applications)
- larger throttle bodies and better flowing intake manifolds
- larger fuel injectors
- improved lifter and tray designs
- stronger timing chains
- improved ignition coils

and the simple fact that they are larger cubic inches and make more power

hope that helps clear things up

Jeff