Just got this stock 93 R1 with <70k miles. Back rotor apex seals are gone.
Considering there were only 1015 R1's imported that year, how important is it to have the original engine in this car. Will the value of the car be much higher if i have the original engine rebuilt?
I can have it rebuilt for around $2000 or I can throw the old one in the SUV, drive over to Malloy in Woodbridge Va. tomorrow and get a reman for $2400.
Considering the relatively short lifespan of these engines is it that important to keep the original engine?
Opinions please!

 

I believe most people would prefer the original engine to be in the car. It sounds more pleasing to the consumer when compared to numerous 7s having engines replaced, as most people would be under the assumption that if the engine isn't original, then said car must have been abused in order to require another engine. Its a rather good selling point in general, but under the surface its not as critical.

For those who know their rotaries/7s, the engine will be as good as the parts used, and person/shop rebuilding it. There have been mixed reviews on remans, but in general I've seen them hold up more often than not. Personally, I'd worry more about the new engine being up to par after being built by a reputable builder, rather than it being an original rebuild in itself.

 

It's not important. The engine numbers do not directly relate to the vehicle's VIN number. While it might be possible to know if the engine is original trying to do something like a warranty report, it's not likely and really a waste of time.

Just get the engine repaired any way you see fit.

 

[QUOTE=Shinobi-X]I believe most people would prefer the original engine to be in the car. It sounds more pleasing to the consumer when compared to numerous 7s having engines replaced, as most people would be under the assumption that if the engine isn't original, then said car must have been abused in order to require another engine. Its a rather good selling point in general, but under the surface its not as critical.



I disagree. Anyone who knows about these cars knows that when an apex seal goes generally so does the rotor and the housing. They will usually need replaced making it not the "original" engine any longer. Reman or rebuild will not affect the resale value as long as the rebuild is done by a reputable builder. Contact RotaryResurrection. He isnt far from you so shipping shouldnt be bad. He has a waiting list at the moment but his prices are great and I have done business with him many times and I only have good things to say about him.

 

[QUOTE=djseven]You probably misinterpreted what I wrote. My final sentence, and the second paragraph basically explain the same concept you are supporting here. "Most people" meaning the general public aka those new to the rotary world, and "those who know" being rotary enthusiast.

 

Just go to Malloy, get a reman. You'll be happier and it will be done sooner since you don't have to tear everything down. Where in MD are you?

 

Just go to Malloy, get a reman. You'll be happier and it will be done sooner since you don't have to tear everything down. Where in MD are you?
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Calvert County, near Solomons Island, aka Tiki Bar.
I think you're right. I want it on the ROAD! Badly.