Chevy 350 Crate Engine: Price Guide and Best Models for 2026

Chevy 350 Crate Engine: Price Guide and Best Models for 2026

The Chevy small block 350 is arguably the most popular engine in American automotive history. Produced from 1967 to 2003, the 350 cubic inch (5.7-liter) V8 powered everything from Corvettes and Camaros to pickup trucks and motorhomes. As a crate engine in 2026, it remains one of the most affordable and well-supported performance options available.

Chevy 350 Crate Engine Prices in 2026

Type HP Range Price Range Best For
VEGE Remanufactured 180–200 HP $1,800–$2,500 Budget restoration, daily driver replacement
GM Performance Long Block 290–350 HP $3,500–$5,500 Performance builds, hot rods
Chevrolet Performance 350 HO 333 HP ~$5,225 Street performance, restorations
Chevrolet Performance 350 Turnkey 350 HP ~$4,866 Near plug-and-play performance
Blueprint 383 Stroker 430–500+ HP $5,000–$9,000+ Track, strip, and serious street builds

Compatible Vehicles

The Chevy 350 fits: 1967–2003 Camaro and Firebird, 1968–1998 Corvette (many model years), 1967–1997 Chevrolet C/K pickup trucks, Impala, Caprice, El Camino, Monte Carlo, G-Series Vans, and virtually any hot rod or restomod with a small block Chevy (SBC) mount pattern.

What to Budget for Installation

  • Engine mounts: $50–$300
  • Gaskets and seals: $100–$250
  • Fluids (oil, coolant): $80–$150
  • Labor (if shop-installed): $800–$1,500
  • Supporting mods (headers, exhaust, cooling): varies widely

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