Engine Rebuild Services

Your trusted local garage for petrol & diesel engine rebuilds

Serving Thanet, Ramsgate, Broadstairs & surrounding areas

Need an engine rebuild from an authorised garage that does the job properly? Give us a call. Engines work hard and, over time, heat, wear and oil issues take their toll. In many cases a rebuild is better value than chasing one repair after another.

At PPC Garage we strip and clean the engine, check every component, replace anything worn, restore parts where needed, then rebuild to manufacturer specification and test, so your engine runs as it should.

Every engine is different, so the scope and cost depend on the make, model and condition. We inspect first and provide an honest, itemised quote before any work begins. Thinking about a rebuild? Phone us and we’ll talk through the best option for your vehicle.

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📍 Canterbury Rd, Birchington CT7 0AA

Signs You May Need an Engine Rebuild

  • Loss of power or compression

  • Excessive oil consumption or smoke

  • Knocking, ticking, or unusual engine noise

  • Overheating issues or coolant in oil

  • High mileage with major wear and tear

If that sounds like your car, don’t wait until it’s too late. We’ll assess the damage and tell you whether a rebuild makes sense, or if a different fix is smarter.

Mechanic performing professional engine rebuild at PPC Garage in the UK

Engine Rebuild versus Engine Replacement

Close-up of car engine components being rebuilt at the garage

A rebuild isn’t for every situation, but it can be the best deal if the lower end and block can be saved.

When rebuilding is worth it:

  • Wear-and-tear problems (rings, bearings, valve stem seals/guides)
  • Head-gasket failure with a reusable head/block
  • You’d like a car with an original engine and recorded history
  • It has parts and can be machined

When replacement is the preferred alternative:

  • Spun or cracked head or block, heavily scored bearings, extreme timing failure
  • Parts availability is insufficient or a turnabout preferred faster than a rebuild offers
  • Budget favors a replacement unit fully constructed

Not quite sure which direction you’d like? We can share test results and photos, price both options, and assist with deciding.

Engine Rebuild in Thanet – Our Method

We begin with diagnosis, never guesswork: compression and leak-down testing, borescope inspection, oil and coolant analysis, and fault-code data. In the event of a rebuild, we strip, measure and agree the definitive scope with you.

What we typically do in a rebuild:

  • Cylinder head: pressure test and skim; valve seats cut; valve stem seals; guides where necessary
  • Block and rotating assembly: rebore or hone, new rings and thrust, main and connecting rod bearings; grind crank to spec
  • Blueprinting practices: weight-matching parts, balancing rotating parts, checking clearances, and the use of top-grade gaskets and sealants
  • Timing & ancillaries: belts/chains, guides/tensioners as needed; new fluids and filters; cautious first start and road test

Engineering we can arrange:

Block repair, re-sleeving, re-boring and specialist machining as required, priced clearly before commencing work.

Ready to Book?

Let’s get it sorted. Make an engine rebuild inspection booking in Thanet within minutes. Want a chat? Call us and you can talk to a tech one-on-one.

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Engine Rebuild Services - FAQ

Often, rebuilding is more economical than fitting a brand-new unit—especially when the block and head are reusable. Replacement may be better if damage is catastrophic or the core isn’t suitable to rebuild.

Yes, if the vehicle is in good condition and parts are available. A quality rebuild restores performance, extends life, and keeps your original engine number.

With correct parts and servicing, a rebuilt engine can last as long as a comparable new engine: often 80k–150k+ miles depending on usage and maintenance.

It’s not “brand new,” but key wear components (bearings, rings, seals, timing parts, gaskets, often oil/water pumps) are renewed and machined to factory specs, then assembled and tested.

  • Quality varies by rebuilder and parts used

  • Older ancillary components may still need attention

  • Vehicle downtime during the rebuild

  • Upfront cost (from £985 at PPC Garage), though usually far less than full engine replacement

Very reliable when built with quality parts, proper machining, and correct clearances—backed by sensible running-in and regular servicing.

Typically the first 500–1,000 miles: gentle throttle, varied RPM, avoid heavy loads, and change the oil and filter early (around 500 miles). Then follow normal service intervals.

It depends on driving style and maintenance, but many see well over 100k miles with regular oil changes and timely servicing.

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Location

  • PPC GARAGE LIMITED
  • 3 Crossways business park
  • Canterbury Road
  • St. Nicholas at-Wade, Birchington 
  • CT7 0AA
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