EngineworldReviews of engineworld.com

We are sharing this review to inform other repair shops and businesses of our experience working with this engine supplier. Issue #1: Engine Condition Misrepresented Our first concern involved an engine sold as low mileage. After delivery and further inspection—including research and valve adjustments—we determined the engine exhibited signs of high mileage and significant wear. The condition did not match the representation provided at the time of sale. Issue #2: Core Charge and Conflicting Information We later ordered another engine and clearly explained to the sales representative that it would not be installed for approximately one month. We requested early delivery so it would be ready when the vehicle entered the shop. The representative verbally assured us that the core charge would be refunded in full whenever the engine was picked up. When we followed up regarding the core refund, we were informed by the owner that the refund was denied due to a 30-day return policy noted on paperwork stapled to the back of the delivery documents. This policy had not been verbally communicated during the ordering process. The owner stated that small shops were not a priority for their business and offered only store credit instead of the promised refund. While we accepted the credit to proceed with our work, the handling of this situation was concerning. Issue #3: Rebuilt Engine Quality – Recent Order A more recent rebuilt engine from this supplier developed an oil pan leak, apparently originating from sealing work performed prior to shipment. Issue #4: Rebuilt Engine Quality - December 2025 Order Upon inspection, we also identified quality concerns, including low-grade front and rear main seals, inconsistent or excessive silicone application, and missing sealant in critical areas such as the timing cover. To prevent further issues, we have resealed the engine ourselves, despite it being sold as rebuilt and installation-ready. Overall Experience Throughout these transactions, communication was inconsistent, product representations were not consistently honored, and additional labor was required on our end to address quality issues. The company continued to contact us attempting to secure business, despite prior issues and feedback from other shops warning against ordering from them. Conclusion Based on our experience, we cannot recommend this supplier to other repair shops—particularly small or independent businesses. Shops should be aware that additional labor, warranty work, and disputes over policy interpretation may arise. We are sharing this review to help other businesses make informed decisions when selecting an engine supplier.

If I could, I would give Engine World 0 Stars. If you are a gambling person and are feeling lucky, you may consider buying a used engine from these guys, but unless you want to join the ranks of those scammed, stay away from them and take your business somewhere else. They sold me a bucket of bolts passing for "a used engine in good working condition", and their 6 months Warranty is not worth the paper it's written on. When my mechanic got the engine for the swap in my car, he warned me that the engine was rusted and in bad shape and he had to do several repairs to it before installation...."they just spray-painted it gray to make it look good", he said. Well, I live in Tucson, AZ almost 1,000 miles from their warehouse in Oakland and didn't have any other choice but to proceed. After the installation, the engine lasted 17 miles before it croacked. Even though it was under the 6 month Warranty period, they refused to honor it and I ended up taking them to Small Claims Court in Oakland, CA. I won the Court case for the full judgement plus Court Fees, but they sure made me jump thru hoops before I was able to collect the full amount they owed me. Their lack of decorum and integrity, short of being sleazy, provide zero recourse in their so-called "customer service". Other folks with similar experiences want to report these guys to the California Department of Consumer Fraud. Again, save yourself the money and the headaches and do your shopping somewhere else.

Got a 22r engine- should be one of the toughest on the planet. Warranty for 6 months and 7 months later it blew a ring. Hadnt even put 500 miles on it. Took it to 3 diff. shops who all said the same thing= bunk engine. One shop even was kind enough to call their customer service for me and explain the situation to them. Weeks of back and forth with the them and NOTHING. NO refund, NO rebate, ZILCH, ZERO. EVEN IF I sent them back the engine and they determined it to be a failure on their part, toss off as it was out of warranty by 30 damn days! This POS even suggested I buy ANOTHER engine from them!!!!! DO NOT BUY FROM THEM. %^!#&^*!&(*!#....

They gave me a messed up transmission but still want me to pay to get out and I did everything they told me to do.

Sent us a bad motor and did not warrant it.

The engine I paid for technically lasted a year, but it sputtered, stalled, and potentially destroyed the rest of my exhaust system because it was so filthy when they put it in. I was always afraid to drive long distances, and the car never had the performance it once had with the new engine. Engineworld scams you -- you pay quite a bit of money for an engine, which does not include labor costs, for a very minimal warranty. Buyer beware.

Told them my cars specific year model and engine block. They gave me the wrong engine block from Europe that didn't has a knock sensor they assured me it wouldn't be a issue but the car can't pass smog. Totally took advantage of me. Be cautious with this company.

1st "95Toyota motor I got from this place had BAD main bearings & @ least 3 bent valves. Cust.serv tried to blame it on me or "my mechanic".NEVER AGAIN!!!