Engine replacement labor at Supercanic starts at $1,800, with full installation, a road test and a 90 day or 5,000 mile labor warranty.
At a Glance
- We completed 684 engine swaps, rebuilds and head gasket jobs in the last 12 months.
- Half of those invoices landed between $1,912 and $3,447, parts and labor.
- We can source the engine for you, and towing is available.
- The engine itself carries its supplier warranty, named on your quote.
Grade AThis work calls for a Grade A mechanic, Rank IV of V on the MechanicRank scale. Complex diagnosis and major component work, where a mistake gets expensive.
Our lead technician, Anthony, holds this certification and the MechanicRank Master Mechanic rank. Verify this certificate or the Master rank, and see how MechanicRank grades work.
Engine Repair in 65 Seconds
Real Supercanic jobs from across Riverside County. Watch on YouTube.
Complete Engine Services
Engine trouble left alone usually gets more expensive. It might be a misfire, oil burning off between changes, or an engine that has locked up. We test it first and quote the fix once we know what failed.
Jobs run from a head gasket to a full engine swap. We can source your engine or supply one ourselves, and every replacement comes with a 90 day or 5,000 mile warranty on labor. The engine itself carries its supplier’s own warranty, named on your quote.
- Engine rebuilds & replacements
- Head gasket & gasket repairs
- Crankshaft service
- Valve train repairs
- Oil leak diagnosis & repair
- Overheating diagnosis
- Engine diagnostics & compression testing
- We source or supply your replacement engine
Engine Replacement
Labor only. We can locate or provide your engine. Towing available.
- 90 day or 5,000 mile labor warranty
- Engine sourcing assistance
- Full installation included
- Road test after completion
Signs You Need Engine Work
- Persistent check engine light
- Knocking or ticking sounds
- Loss of power or acceleration
- White, blue, or black exhaust smoke
- Engine overheating frequently
- Oil consumption between changes
How We Handle Engine Repairs
1. Diagnose
We test the engine and find what failed before any work starts.
2. Quote
You get a written price. Nothing starts until you approve it.
3. Repair
We do the work with the parts listed on your quote.
4. Road Test
Every vehicle is road tested before we hand back the keys.
Real Engine Work
Engines we’ve pulled, rebuilt, and put back to work. See more of our work →
Engine Repair and Replacement by the Numbers
Cars are staying on the road longer. S&P Global Mobility puts the average age of U.S. light vehicles at 12.8 years. Skipping maintenance adds up, too. AAA found that a vehicle that breaks down can cost about $250 to $300 more per repair visit than one kept on schedule.
See our engine replacement cost guide and a block and head build from our shop. Overheating often starts in the cooling system, and a failed timing belt can wreck an engine.
Supercanic figures come from our own job records, September 2025 to September 2026.
Get a Price on Your Engine Job
Call us or ask for a quote online. We work in Hemet, Riverside, Moreno Valley and the rest of Riverside County, plus Hawthorne.
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Engine Repair and Replacement Questions
How much does an engine replacement cost?
Labor starts at $1,800. With the engine and parts, half of our engine jobs in the last year landed between $1,912 and $3,447.
What warranty comes with engine replacement?
Our labor is covered for 90 days or 5,000 miles. The engine carries its supplier warranty, anywhere from 20 days to 3 years, and we name it on your quote.
Can you find an engine for my car?
Yes. We can source a replacement engine, or supply one ourselves, and tow the car to our shop.
What are signs I need engine work?
A check engine light that stays on, knocking or ticking, power loss, blue, white or black smoke, frequent overheating, or burning oil between changes.