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What We Stand For
At VL Automotive, our mission is to deliver car and marine engine solutions that are accurately represented and fit for their intended use. We operate with a strong focus on transparency, technical accuracy, and responsible sourcing. Every product or service is presented with clear specifications and practical guidance, allowing customers to make informed decisions with confidence. Quality, safety, and long-term reliability guide our standards across all operations..
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Shop crate engines, engine parts and outboard motors
Browse by engine family or motor size. Every order ships for a flat $75 to any US state.
Crate engines
- SBC 350 & 383 stroker crate engines
- 454, 502 & 572 big block Chevy crate engines
- LS3, LS & LT4 crate engines
- 302 & 347 small block Ford crate engines
- Coyote & 7.3 Godzilla crate engines
- 426 Hemi & Mopar crate engines
- All crate engines
Engine parts
- Engine blocks
- Rotating assemblies & connecting rods
- Haltech ECUs
- LS accessory drives
- Dry sump pumps & oil pans
Outboard motors
- All outboard motors for sale
- Suzuki outboard motors
- Honda outboard motors
- Electric outboard motors
- Portable outboard motors
- Jon boat motors
- 15 HP
- 20 HP
- 25 HP
- 30 HP outboards
Buying guides
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Have a question about a car or marine engine? VL Automotive is here to help with clear information and practical guidance. Reach out to discuss specifications, compatibility, or general inquiries, and we’ll respond with straightforward, accurate support you can rely on.
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Company news & insights
Ford 460 Engine: 429/460 Big Block Specs, History and Z460
Ford 460 and 429 big block specs, history, 429 vs 460, strokers, and why the Ford Performance Z460 crate engine is a Bos
SBC vs LS: Small Block Chevy vs LS Engine (and Big Block vs LS)
Small block Chevy vs LS compared on design, firing order, power per cubic inch, swap needs and price, plus big block vs
Engine vs Motor: What Is the Difference?
The technical difference between an engine and a motor, where the words come from, and how it applies to crate engines,