WIW-'69 ZL-1 engine, assembled

[iluv69s]

I'll take a stab. If you find someone that needs a dated block that matches their car, you can get all the $. But, I think the block is dated a bit late for most original ZL-1 cars. The block has an ugly repair that would have to be fixed if used in a real car. That could be fixed almost perfectly (but would cost money)I assume someone would want to go thru the motor again to double check things before firing up. (more money)

The rest of the parts are not worth as much, as the heads are incorrect, although 842's are worth some cash, but with water passages welded, I don't know how that affects value.

I sold a running dyno'd (623hp)ZL-1 engine for 23k... I've sold used Yenko/ZL-1 blocks for over 10k. This was a few years ago when things may have been stronger. I've seen ZL-1 motors/blocks on Ebay lately for a long time without selling. I know a member here just sold his
zl-1 motor... you may try contacting him to get a real world value. I'd say that on Ebay it would bid between 9-13k...possibly more if two guys just gotta have it !!

any less than that, give me a call !!! haha good luck to the owner with the sale !!

BTW, is there a stamped number on the center rear of the block just above the bellhousing flange? any stampings on the front pad?

[tom406]

Thanks for the reply, I appreciate your input. Pad is smooth, I think there was a stamp on the back, but it looked like rebuilder stuff to me so I didn't write it down. If I go back I will note and take more pics. I looked at it after having looked over 6 cars so I was a little spent.