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Cops053 · 12-07-2010, 03:22 PM

I have a 283 with a 3 speed power glide. They came out of a 56 Chev Belair and ran when pulled. No idea of the value or if I should just keep them, rebuild and use as a back up motor for my 66 SB SS. Thanks

**too much stuff** · 12-07-2010, 08:16 PM

I don't think there is alot of demand for a 283. Maybe $100-$200? I actually crushed a couple of builder 283 engines. The trans would be a 2 speed if its a powerglide. Is it cast iron? I think those may be worth a little more.

**special-K** · 12-09-2010, 08:32 AM

The Powerglide would only be desired for an original restoration,if it's the cast iron as original to the car would be.The later cast aluminum ones are desired for drag racing...or original restorations.They are worth $75.
The 283 is a great engine and very sought after for original restorations and gas miserly engine builds.They are very under rated and make great power for a little mill,especially higher rpm applications and smaller vehicle V8 swaps.But,any motor not installed and running is only worth what a buyer is willing to risk.I agree with $100-$200,unless it's correct for someone who really needs it.then,maybe $300+.

Jonboy · 12-09-2010, 04:02 PM

Are you sure it is a 283, or is it the original engine to the car? If it's the original engine, it would be a 265. It also would have a canister oil filter, unless someone had adapted the provisions for a spin on later in it's life. If it's a 265, it may have a little more value to someone restoring a 55-56 Chevy.

12-07-2010, 03:22 PM	#1
Cops053 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Toccoa,Georgia Posts: 86	283 & 3 speed power glide I have a 283 with a 3 speed power glide. They came out of a 56 Chev Belair and ran when pulled. No idea of the value or if I should just keep them, rebuild and use as a back up motor for my 66 SB SS. Thanks

12-07-2010, 08:16 PM	#2
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,706	Re: 283 & 3 speed power glide I don't think there is alot of demand for a 283. Maybe $100-$200? I actually crushed a couple of builder 283 engines. The trans would be a 2 speed if its a powerglide. Is it cast iron? I think those may be worth a little more. __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

12-09-2010, 08:32 AM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: 283 & 3 speed power glide The Powerglide would only be desired for an original restoration,if it's the cast iron as original to the car would be.The later cast aluminum ones are desired for drag racing...or original restorations.They are worth $75. The 283 is a great engine and very sought after for original restorations and gas miserly engine builds.They are very under rated and make great power for a little mill,especially higher rpm applications and smaller vehicle V8 swaps.But,any motor not installed and running is only worth what a buyer is willing to risk.I agree with $100-$200,unless it's correct for someone who really needs it.then,maybe $300+. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-09-2010, 04:02 PM	#4
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: 283 & 3 speed power glide Are you sure it is a 283, or is it the original engine to the car? If it's the original engine, it would be a 265. It also would have a canister oil filter, unless someone had adapted the provisions for a spin on later in it's life. If it's a 265, it may have a little more value to someone restoring a 55-56 Chevy. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241



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