Rebuilding costs

[dinosabella]

Has anyone ever had their Spider engine professionaly rebuilt?

I am looking into what costs are for complete rebuilds, and or just head rebuild.

I realize prices will depend heavily on the wear of the engine that the rebuilders have to work with but I'm just looking for a ballpark figure.

Im considering having some work done and before I get a quote I would like to know what is realistic for our cars.

Thank you in advance

[vandor]

Would you be pulling the engine or would they? That makes a difference too. If they are then I'm guessing the average shop would charge $5k for a complete rebuild. Mind you a friend was quote $6200 if he brings them the engine, so prices vary.

However, you really should have it done by a Fiat specialist, aren't any close to you? I just heard so many horror stories from 'generic' shops.

BTW, parts vendors sell rebuild cylinder heads without cams for ~$500. Then cams have to be installed and shimmed.