TURN KEY ENGINES
Looking for a reliable, all-new engine to power your vintage VW project? Turn key engines are the ultimate solution. Fully assembled, tested, and ready to install.
Built from the ground up using an ALL NEW EMPI long block, these engines comes to life thanks to the trusted craftsmanship of Jack Sacchette, with final assembly and tuning handled by EMPI’s own Larry Hole and Victor Gonzalez. Every engine is test-run on the EMPI dyno to ensure it performs perfectly out of the box. No guesswork. No surprises. Just bolt it in and hit the road.
Built to Perform, Built to Last
These aren’t your average rebuilt motors. Each turn-key engine features AutoLinea dual-port cylinder heads, precision-machined at EMPI Anaheim and upgraded with OSVAT OE-style valves and a custom 3-angle valve job by performance experts.
Worried about reliability? Don’t be. The included EMPI HEI ignition system eliminates points for hassle-free, set-it-and-forget-it operation. Just pair it with the right exhaust and clutch for your setup and you’re ready to roll!
Every EMPI Turn-Key Engine is backed by a 12-month, unlimited mileage warranty for complete peace of mind.
What’s Included in the 1600cc EMPI Turn Key Engine:
- Brand New 55 Amp Alternator
- New 34 PICT Carburetor
- Electronic Ignition Kit with High Output Coil
- CNC-Machined AutoLinea Cylinder Heads with OSVAT Valves
- 12 Volt 200mm Flywheel
- Fresh New Engine Sheet Metal
- PennGrade 1 Break-In Oil Included
- Designed to fit most Type 1, Type 2, Ghia, Dune Buggy, Sand Rail, and Kit Car applications using a 12V flywheel
Here’s what it does for your ride:
Drivability You Can Count On: Forget the endless tinkering. With upgraded heads, electronic ignition, and quality components pre-installed, these engines start right up, run reliably, and are built to go the distance.
Instant Performance Boost: Your Bug will run smoother, stronger, and more efficiently with a fully dialed-in, dyno-tested engine under the hood. You’ll feel the difference from the first time you hit the gas. Better throttle response, cleaner idling, and dependable power for daily driving or weekend cruising.
Save Time. Save Money. Drive More.
Trying to rebuild or upgrade your engine piece-by-piece can get expensive and frustrating very fast. Between labor costs, repeated downtime, and the risk of compatibility issues, the costs pile up.
With a turn-key setup, you:
Get back on the road quicker with a solid, professionally-built motor
Skip the trial-and-error
Avoid multiple trips to the shop
Save hundreds (if not thousands) in long-term maintenance
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