{"id":2710,"date":"2026-10-12T10:18:06","date_gmt":"2026-10-12T09:18:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/?p=2710"},"modified":"2026-10-12T10:18:06","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T09:18:06","slug":"ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Ten Used Cars Where Replacing the Engine Beats Scrapping in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\"><\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#Scrap_or_Repair_Ten_Used_Cars_Where_a_Replacement_Engine_is_Genuinely_Worth_Doing_in_2026_and_How_the_Maths_Works\" >Scrap or Repair? Ten Used Cars Where a Replacement Engine is Genuinely Worth Doing in 2026 and How the Math&#8217;s Works<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#How_the_Decision_is_Made\" >How the Decision is Made<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#The_Ten_Cars_with_Typical_Figures\" >The Ten Cars, with Typical Figures<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#Why_these_cars_qualify\" >Why these cars qualify<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#When_the_maths_flips\" >When the maths flips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#What_should_you_check_before_committing\" >What should you check before committing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#How_do_you_protect_the_repair_afterwards\" >How do you protect the repair afterwards?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#What_is_the_most_common_mistake\" >What is the most common mistake?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#How_do_I_value_my_car_in_working_order\" >How do I value my car in working order?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#Is_it_always_worth_repairing_a_diesel\" >Is it always worth repairing a diesel?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#What_if_the_car_is_in_finance\" >What if the car is in finance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#Does_a_replacement_engine_make_a_car_harder_to_sell\" >Does a replacement engine make a car harder to sell?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#How_long_should_I_keep_the_car_after_a_replacement\" >How long should I keep the car after a replacement?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#What_is_the_one-line_answer_on_repair_versus_scrap\" >What is the one-line answer on repair versus scrap?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#How_do_you_present_a_repaired_car_to_buyers\" >How do you present a repaired car to buyers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#What_should_you_do_before_scraping_any_car_with_a_repairable_engine\" >What should you do before scraping any car with a repairable engine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/ten-used-cars-where-replacing-the-engine-beats-scrapping-in-2026\/#Which_of_the_ten_cars_is_the_strongest_case_for_repair\" >Which of the ten cars is the strongest case for repair?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scrap_or_Repair_Ten_Used_Cars_Where_a_Replacement_Engine_is_Genuinely_Worth_Doing_in_2026_and_How_the_Maths_Works\"><\/span>Scrap or Repair? Ten Used Cars Where a Replacement Engine is Genuinely Worth Doing in 2026 and How the Math&#8217;s Works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_the_Decision_is_Made\"><\/span>How the Decision is Made<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Three numbers: the car&#8217;s value in working order, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/model?car=all-ford-transit-engine&amp;model_id=802\">fitted Ford Transit replacement engine cost<\/a><\/strong>, and the car&#8217;s value as it stands with the fault disclosed. Repair the car if the repaired value exceeds the pre-fault value minus the repair cost plus a margin. On most of the cars below, choosing a <strong>replacement engine in the UK<\/strong> makes financial sense; on cheap, high-mileage examples it does not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Ten_Cars_with_Typical_Figures\"><\/span>The Ten Cars, with Typical Figures<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Car<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Working value<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Recon engine fitted<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Verdict<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BMW 3-Series (Diesel)<\/td><td>\u00a36,000\u2013\u00a312,000<\/td><td>\u00a33,800\u2013\u00a34,600<\/td><td>Repair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Audi A4 (2.0 TDI)<\/td><td>\u00a35,000\u2013\u00a311,000<\/td><td>\u00a32,600\u2013\u00a33,800<\/td><td>Repair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>VW Golf (2.0 TDI)<\/td><td>\u00a34,500\u2013\u00a39,000<\/td><td>\u00a32,400\u2013\u00a33,600<\/td><td>Repair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ford Transit Custom<\/td><td>\u00a38,000\u2013\u00a316,000<\/td><td>\u00a33,400\u2013\u00a34,200<\/td><td>Repair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mercedes Sprinter<\/td><td>\u00a38,000\u2013\u00a318,000<\/td><td>\u00a34,200\u2013\u00a35,600<\/td><td>Repair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Land Rover Discovery Sport<\/td><td>\u00a312,000\u2013\u00a322,000<\/td><td>\u00a33,200\u2013\u00a35,500<\/td><td>Repair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nissan Navara<\/td><td>\u00a39,000\u2013\u00a316,000<\/td><td>\u00a33,800\u2013\u00a35,400<\/td><td>Repair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Toyota Hilux<\/td><td>\u00a312,000\u2013\u00a322,000<\/td><td>\u00a33,600\u2013\u00a35,200<\/td><td>Repair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mercedes E-Class<\/td><td>\u00a36,000\u2013\u00a315,000<\/td><td>\u00a33,400\u2013\u00a35,200<\/td><td>Repair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Jaguar XE or XF<\/td><td>\u00a38,000\u2013\u00a318,000<\/td><td>\u00a33,400\u2013\u00a35,600<\/td><td>Repair<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_these_cars_qualify\"><\/span>Why these cars qualify<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Because their working values are high enough that a <strong>warrantied reconditioned engine<\/strong> still leaves equity in the vehicle. On a car worth \u00a34,000, a \u00a33,800 engine leaves nothing; on a car worth \u00a312,000, the same engine leaves \u00a38,000 intact, and the owner keeps a documented, reliable vehicle after a professional <strong>engine replacement service<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_the_maths_flips\"><\/span>When the maths flips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Car worth under \u00a34,000 with a \u00a33,000+ engine bill.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Structural corrosion or a failing gearbox alongside the engine fault.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two or more major systems failing together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Very high mileage with no service history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A model with poor resale values even in running order.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_check_before_committing\"><\/span>What should you check before committing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The car&#8217;s accurate working value from three sources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A written quote for the engine, including consumables.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The condition of the gearbox, suspension and body.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whether the fault has a goodwill route with the manufacturer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The mileage and history you will present to a future buyer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_protect_the_repair_afterwards\"><\/span>How do you protect the repair afterwards?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep the invoice, the warranty certificate and the engine number, service it at short intervals and treat the cause of the original failure seriously. On these cars, a documented <strong>replacement car engine<\/strong> is a selling point; an undocumented one is a question mark that costs money. Always confirm the terms of the <strong>engine warranty in the UK<\/strong> before approving the work.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Do-the-Maths-Before-You-Scrap-you-Car.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"727\" height=\"485\" src=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Do-the-Maths-Before-You-Scrap-you-Car.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Do-the-Maths-Before-You-Scrap-you-Car.jpg 727w, https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Do-the-Maths-Before-You-Scrap-you-Car-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 727px) 100vw, 727px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_most_common_mistake\"><\/span>What is the most common mistake?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Scrapping a car that had \u00a38,000 in value because a \u00a33,800 quote felt large at the time. Owners who <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/make?car=all-landrover-engine&amp;make_id=45\">compare the Land Rover engine replacement cost<\/a><\/strong> with the vehicle\u2019s repaired value before reacting usually repair; owners who focus on the invoice number alone often sell a good car for a fraction of what it was worth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_value_my_car_in_working_order\"><\/span>How do I value my car in working order?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Average three sources: an online valuation tool, local forecourt asking prices for the same year and mileage, and completed sale prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_always_worth_repairing_a_diesel\"><\/span>Is it always worth repairing a diesel?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Where the working value supports it, yes. Diesels hold value well, and a specialist can often <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/home\/condition_home?car=reconditioned-engine\">supply a reconditioned diesel engine at a predictable fitted cost<\/a><\/strong>. The decision should still account for mileage, service history and the condition of the gearbox, turbo and emissions system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_the_car_is_in_finance\"><\/span>What if the car is in finance?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check the agreement before authorising work, and speak to the lender if the car is worth less than the settlement figure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_replacement_engine_make_a_car_harder_to_sell\"><\/span>Does a replacement engine make a car harder to sell?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, provided it is documented. Buyers fear unexplained engine work, not evidenced work. A properly invoiced <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/\">used or reconditioned engine<\/a><\/strong> with a clear warranty can reassure buyers and protect the car\u2019s resale value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_I_keep_the_car_after_a_replacement\"><\/span>How long should I keep the car after a replacement?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At least two to three years to realise the value of the investment, unless circumstances change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_one-line_answer_on_repair_versus_scrap\"><\/span>What is the one-line answer on repair versus scrap?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Run three numbers \u2014 working value, <strong>fitted engine replacement cost<\/strong> and current value with the fault disclosed \u2014 and choose <strong>car engine replacement<\/strong> whenever the vehicle keeps meaningful equity afterwards.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Documented-Warrantied-and-Ready.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"727\" height=\"485\" src=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Documented-Warrantied-and-Ready.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Documented-Warrantied-and-Ready.jpg 727w, https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Documented-Warrantied-and-Ready-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 727px) 100vw, 727px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_present_a_repaired_car_to_buyers\"><\/span>How do you present a repaired car to buyers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lead with the paperwork. State the replacement route, the date and the mileage, show the warranty certificate and mention any related work such as cooling, injectors or turbo. Serious buyers respond to detail, and a documented <strong>engine replacement with warranty<\/strong> removes the biggest objection they will have about a car of this type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_do_before_scraping_any_car_with_a_repairable_engine\"><\/span>What should you do before scraping any car with a repairable engine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Run the numbers twice and get a second quote from a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enginecompare.co.uk\/home\/condition_home?car=used-engine\">reputable used engine replacement specialist<\/a><\/strong>. Owners who scrap cars frequently discover afterwards that a specialist would have quoted \u00a3800 less than the figure they reacted to, and that the repaired car would have been worth several thousand pounds more than the scrap value they accepted. On any car above \u00a36,000 in working order, it is worth thirty minutes of arithmetic before deciding between <strong>engine repair or replacement<\/strong> and scrapping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_of_the_ten_cars_is_the_strongest_case_for_repair\"><\/span>Which of the ten cars is the strongest case for repair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Work vans, because downtime is measurable. A <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ford.co.uk\/vans-and-pickups\/transit-custom\/van\">Ford Transit Custom<\/a><\/strong> or Sprinter earning money every day justifies a <strong>replacement van engine with warranty<\/strong> on the strength of uptime alone, and the resale value of a well-documented commercial vehicle is far better than most owners expect. Where a van is concerned, the arithmetic usually answers itself.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Scrap or Repair? Ten Used Cars Where a Replacement Engine is Genuinely Worth Doing in 2026 and How the Math&#8217;s Works How the Decision is Made Three numbers: the car&#8217;s value in working order, the fitted Ford Transit replacement engine cost, and the car&#8217;s value as it stands with the fault disclosed. 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