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Originally Posted by Sang
My point is, would he still get a gen3 if he still get a gen2...not HOW he got his gen3.
Being impressed might not be enough to convert a perfectly good, running gen2 for a gen3. I know it's not enough of a reason for me.
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could look at it this way:
if you have a gen2 powered MR2 and are looking for a cheaper way to get 300-400whp then swapping in a gen3 might be a viable option.
EBAY gen2 prices are around $2,000 shipped for a motorset (best for replacements and not swaps)
gen2 1991 full swap/clip $2250
gen2 93 w/LSD clip or full swap $2750
gen3 clip or full swap $3750
replacement JDM 3sgte $1400
CRW rebuilt longblocks start at $3200
if you already have a turbo car there are plenty of ways to offset the cost of the gen3 conversion:
sell: body wiring harness, axles, stubshafts, trans, longblock, turbo, engine wiring harness, sensors, ECU. those parts alone could bring the gen3 to a more attainable level and you'll still have all the benefits of the upgraded gen3 engine.
but at the end of that day if you're looking for 400+whp stick with the gen2 OR if the car is your ONLY mode of transportation and you need it running... gen3 parts can be harder to source and more time consuming + expensive to purchase. imagine waiting 3+ months if you can't find a MAP sensor.... or when the CT20b ceramic turbine wheel busts on you......... have seen these "ingested" and ruin the entire engine!