fwig1988

I think I have a major problem fixed cause of loss of oil flow. But while driving car testing it out loud knocking and grinding sound from engine. Car started losing power now I am afraid that my engine is toast. What is a good source for replacement engine? What do guys think of selling car to part out?? Trying to see what options I might have cause I don't have the money to fix till next month and not sure I want to sink any more money in car

fastnoypi

how much do you have in the car? it might be worth it to just donate it as a tax deduction and buying another 1st gen RX if its what you really want.

another 1st gen RX usually goes from 5k to 6.5k

fwig1988

Well I bought the car 7 years ago for 15k but I have had to drop money in 2 transmission rebuilds. Car has 235000 on but much about car is good. Not sure if I want another but wouldn't rule it out wife has enjoyed the car minus the problems. Donation may my best route however won't help me now but next year

Lexusblack

you might as well buy a use RX and get rid of this one. You can donate it for a good cause like "car for kids"or just sell the parts.

salimshah

There are a few options, but you need to get a better information on repairs, if that is one of the options. You did not mention miles or the current condition of the vehicle in this thread. That would be a major factor too. You need to be realistic about the value of the vehicle once all repairs are done.

To keep:
Is it rebuilding the head or the problem is with the cylinders and the crank-shaft too. Rebuilding the head would be the easiest and cheapest option.

Full overhaul

Check with Sewel as they have engines.

Buying a used engine .. crap shoot.

To part out:
This would be the way to get max $s but would require patience, dealing with number of individuals, wrenching the parts out and dealing with the carcass (as it gets parted and when you have it hauled off).

Sell/donate as is:
Least $s and most convenient.

Salim

fastnoypi

From possible oil starvation, its more likely the crank and rod bearings are gone rather than damage to the heads. Not worth doing a rebuild.

If you are technical enough to swap an engine, there are lots of recyclers via car-part.com and ebay.
They can be relatively cheap along with your damaged core engine.

14GS350F

go reman not salvage- better warranty and longer life

fwig1988

Thanks for all the feedback it is greatly appreciated. Word from dealer is the rods are gone I a need a new engine. So I will buy another car and take my time fixing the lexus