Khat HammondGoogle review · excerpt
“The engine arrived way earlier than we'd even hoped and I now have a virtually new car!”Read original on Google
Crate Engines Australia
Brand new.
Crate engines.
Get back on the road with a crate engine for the vehicle you rely on. Find your engine, understand what’s included and get help checking the details before you commit.
Brand-new engines. Australian support.
Diesel & petrol enginesVehicle-specific listingsAustralian support
2025 award-winning teamGold Coast Business Excellence · August category winnerFind your engine.
Start with an engine code, make or model.
Explore the range
Shop diesel &
petrol engines.
Explore the range. Check your exact engine, application and availability.
4 featured engines
DIESELTOYOTA · 3.0L TURBO DIESEL
1KD-FTV
Hilux / Hiace / Prado
Check your specific vehicle variant.
View price & details ↗
DIESELTOYOTA · 3.0L TURBO DIESEL
1KZ-TE
Prado / Hilux
Check your specific vehicle variant.
View price & details ↗
PETROLTOYOTA · 2.7L PETROL
2TR-FE
Hilux / Hiace
Check your specific vehicle variant.
View price & details ↗
PETROLHYUNDAI · 2.0L PETROL
G4NC
i30 GD
Check your specific vehicle variant.
View price & details ↗
Get the match right
Check my fitment ↗Engine fitment help.
Send your year, engine code and VIN or photos. We’ll help check the details before you order.
Customer experiences
Customer reviews.
Real feedback from engine buyers.
Read their full stories on Google.
Arthur FrithGoogle review · excerpt
“The company is great to deal with, excellent communication and fast service. The motor is working fantastic.”Read original on Google
Rianna ClimoGoogle review · excerpt
“Very easy to order and get sent straight to my house”Read original on Google
Jason PedrinaGoogle review · excerpt
“Item arrived on time & safely packaged. Collected car from mechanic today.”Read original on Google
Jeff ButeuxGoogle review · excerpt
“Crate Engines Australia absolutely FANTASTIC service from the time of placing the order right through to a prompt delivery.”Read original on Google
Duy TranGoogle review · excerpt
“They are professional and excellent at what they do, offering good new drop in engines.”Read original on Google
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Flexible engine
payment options.
Buy now, pay later with Humm or Zip, or pay in full.
Buy now, pay later.
Humm and Zip are available. Ask our team about the options for your engine.
Ask about Humm or Zip ↗Ready to pay in full?
Review the available methods when ordering. Contact us for bank transfer details.
Find your engine ↗
More than an engine in a box.The build. The specification. The support.
↗A closer look at Crate
Our engine
manufacturer.
A new engine deserves a clear story. Discover the manufacturing process behind our range, then check the specification and inclusions for your exact engine.
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Materials & machining
Material selection and precision machining form the foundation of the build.
02
Assembly & inspection
Components and assembly are checked against the engine specification.
03
Know your configuration
Ask which test records or videos are available for your engine.
Want a closer look?
See more of the engines and learn about the details before ordering.
Watch our engine videos ↗
2025August category winnerRetail, Wholesale & Distribution
The people behind your engine
Meet our
Australian team.
Crate Engines Australia and sister company Parts Factory Australia share a practical approach: know the product, help with the details and be there after the sale.
Our team was recognised in the August 2025 Retail, Wholesale & Distribution category at the Gold Coast Business Excellence Awards. The organiser’s winner profile features both businesses.
Gold Coast56 Export Drive, Molendinar
Public & tradeOwners, mechanics and workshops
From our Gold Coast warehouse
Engine delivery
across Australia.
Choose your state and freight service to view the delivery guide. Confirm timing before you book your installer.
WHERE’S YOUR ENGINE HEADING?Tap your state ↓
Molendinar, Gold CoastTeam Global Express · Tracked engine freight
Dispatched from the Gold CoastDelivery to
Delivery to
New South Wales.
New South Wales · standard freight
Estimated transit after dispatch
6–8business days
Standard freight is included Australia-wide.
This is our Australia-wide estimate. Confirm your postcode with our team for a more specific delivery guide. Remote areas and carrier conditions may affect timing.
Check availability first.
Allow 1–2 business days to prepare an available engine before transit begins. Backorders have a separate lead time. Business days exclude weekends and public holidays.
Insured in transitIncluded with your engine
Tracking by emailSent when your engine leaves
Special delivery requirements?Talk freight with our team ↗Outside Australia?
Request an international quote ↗International engine freight is quoted case by case. Send your destination and engine details so we can check the options.
Confidence beyond checkout
Engine warranty
& returns.
Understand the product warranty, the conditions
and who to contact when you need help.
Included with your engine
1 year
Limited product warranty.
Cover for eligible defects in materials and workmanship, starting from confirmed delivery.
Installation and maintenance conditions apply.Keep your purchase and installation records.Read the policy for coverage and exclusions.
Warranty details ↗Start with our team.
Have your order number, photos and diagnostic information ready. We’ll explain the assessment process.
Get warranty help ↗Check the next step.
Contact us before sending an engine back. Review eligibility, timeframes and return costs in the full policy.
Read the returns policy ↗Optional extended cover
Compare warranty options ↗Planning to keep it longer?
Check the warranty upgrades available for your selected engine and read the benefits, cost and conditions before adding cover.
Get a closer look
Engine testing
& videos.
Explore the warehouse and understand the details
before you organise your engine replacement.
CRATE / BEHIND THE SCENES
Inside our Gold Coast warehouse.
Watch on YouTube ↗A closer look
at engine testing.
Where supplied, the QR code on your engine links to its testing information or hot-test video. Ask what is available for your exact configuration.
Explore testing & engine FAQs ↗Video availability varies by engine configuration.For workshops and automotive businesses
Trade pricing
& accounts.
Buying for a workshop or a customer’s vehicle? Talk to our team about trade engine pricing and account options.
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Enquire about trade ↗Day trade accountsAsk our team about account setup and terms.
LET’S GET YOUR QUOTE RIGHT
01
Your business and contact details
02
The engine code, vehicle and year
03
Pricing is confirmed by our team for your order.Quantity, delivery postcode and timing
Before you order
Engine buying
guides & FAQs.
Prepare for your engine replacement with our buying guides and practical answers.
How do I know which engine I need?
Start with your make, model, year and engine code. Variants can differ even within the same model. If you’re unsure, send your vehicle details to the team before ordering.
What comes with the engine?
Inclusions vary by product. Read the exact listing and confirm with your installer which components need transferring or purchasing separately. View the engine range.
Can I check delivery before ordering?
Yes—review the freight information and contact the team with your location and delivery requirements. Confirm availability and timing before booking installation.
What should my mechanic check?
Ask your installer to review the engine variant, supplied components, transfer requirements and the applicable installation and run-in instructions. Read the warranty terms together.
Can I see more of the engines?
Browse the genuine product photographs on each listing and explore our engine videos. Ask which testing evidence is available for your specific engine configuration.
The Detail
Choosing your
Choosing your
crate engine.
Shopping for a crate engine in Australia? A brand new crate engine restores your vehicle to low-kilometre performance without the gamble of a wrecker's motor or the patched internals of a "reconditioned" unit. Every engine we sell is new, built to OEM+ specification, and quality tested before it leaves our Gold Coast warehouse.
Why Buy a Brand New Crate Engine
- Zero kilometres, zero history — no unknown wear, no prior overheating, no mystery services.
- Weak points engineered out — forged steel crankshafts, upgraded pistons and improved oil galleries resolve the known failure modes of engines like the 1KD-FTV and 1KZ-TE.
- No exchange required — keep your old engine. No core charges, no waiting on a rebuild.
- Real warranty — 1 year standard, with 2 and 3-year Platinum coverage at checkout, backed by heat tab monitoring and a local Australian team.
Which Crate Engine Do I Need?
Start with find by make and model, or match your engine code directly — our most popular units are the Toyota 1KD-FTV, Toyota 1HZ, Toyota 2TR-FE, Mitsubishi 4D56 and Nissan YD25. Not sure? Send us your VIN and we'll confirm fitment before you pay. If you're weighing up whether a replacement is worth it, our do I need a new engine guide and engine replacement cost breakdown are the place to start.
Crate Engines Shipped From Our QLD Warehouse
Every engine ships free and fully insured from 56 Export Drive, Molendinar — typically 6–8 business days Australia-wide with express options at checkout. Installation by a licensed mechanic with a tax invoice is required to activate warranty coverage; our how it works guide and YouTube tutorials walk through the whole process.
Let’s find the right engine
Request an engine
or fitment help.
Send the vehicle details for fitment help, a trade quote or an engine you haven’t found in the range.
- Make, model and year help us narrow it down.
- Add an engine code or VIN if you have one.
- Include your postcode for a freight enquiry.
Crate Engines Australia
Contact our
Australian team.
Choosing your engine, planning freight or asking about an order? Start with a message to our Gold Coast team.
Send us an enquiry ↗[email protected] ↗01 / FITMENT
↗Will it suit my vehicle?
Have your year, engine code and VIN or photos ready.
02 / DELIVERY
↗Let’s plan the freight.
Check shipping information, then ask about your postcode.
03 / WORKSHOPS & TRADE
↗Find our warehouse ↗Engines for your business.
Talk to the team about your workshop requirements.