Are you an auto enthusiast that's interested in creating custom vehicles and parts but doesn't have the time, talent, or energy to complete any of your projects? Chevrolet is here to help. The American auto manufacturer is offering its drivers the chance to help built their own LS9 or LS7 crate engines. The program is the first of its kind.

The LS7 engine has an MSRP of $22,756, while the LS9 engine has a starting price of $32,050, but the actual prices Chevrolet dealers, like Munday Chevrolet, could vary slightly. Jim Campbell, GM's Vice President of Performance Vehicles and Motorsports in the U.S. explains the benefits of such a program, stating, "Building an engine is a time-honored tradition in hot rodding, and this exciting new program allows enthusiasts to enjoy that magical do-it-yourself feeling, while still enjoying the value of a factory-engineered, warranted crate engine. . . For hands-on hot rodders, this program truly enables them to say they did it all when it came to building their project. There's nothing else like it in the industry."¹ It's true: no other program offers drivers the opportunity to visit GM's Performance Center in Wixon, Michigan and join with an engine-builder to construct their very own engine from start-to finish! When your new engine is complete, it will even be fashioned with a personalized nameplate that makes it truly unique.

GM explains the process further, stating, "When a customer orders the build experience, the Chevrolet dealer submits the order. A special concierge then contacts the customer to verify participation and help coordinate arrangements. While travel arrangements to and from Metro Detroit are the customer's responsibility, the concierge helps schedule the engine build; coordinates the customer's activities at the Performance Build Center; arranges local lodging and meals; and arranges ground transportation in the area"² The engines are available with a 50-thousand mile warranty, and more details can be found here: (gmperformanceparts.com).

Do you have question about the specialty-built engines? Feel free to contact Munday Chevrolet , located at 17800 North Freeway Houston, TX 77090.

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