Is a Hellcat Engine Worth the Price for Your Build?
If you’re looking to upgrade your older vehicle, there’s a large selection of crate engines to choose from, but opting for a swap is also a viable option. Many power and performance shops specialize in removing engines, transmissions, and other components from “lightly totaled” vehicles and can assist you with the installation process.
With that in mind, The Drive poses an intriguing question: How much would you be willing to spend on a Hellcat engine and its transmission? Specifically, this inquiry revolves around a wrecked Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat that has only clocked 18 miles. It appears that the unfortunate buyer may not have even made it home from the dealership before the car was totaled. Although the frame is likely unsalvageable, the engine compartment seems to remain intact, showing no signs of damage to the engine bay.
Effectively, this Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat has turned into a crumpled shell, preserving a powerful 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine. As many enthusiasts already know, the Hellcat engine is capable of producing 707 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque, enabling the Challenger to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 3.6 seconds. With such impressive performance metrics, how much are you prepared to invest for the engine, transmission, and any additional components needed for a complete swap? Would you consider $7,000, $10,000, or even $20,000? We invite you to share your thoughts in the comments section below.
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