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Originally Posted by FuriouslyFast
Yet GM is able to do a C8 for $60k. Toyota is loaded with asshats then
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To be fair, the LT2 in the new 'Vette isn't using an entirely new engine. It's just an evolution of the LT1.
For example, look how much the Mercury Marine SB4 (yes, it was designed as an automotive engine) costs. It's an LS7 with DOHC heads and 8k redline. They built it on an existing block architecture, but developed new heads/cams/intake, etc.
That engine alone is $33k dollars with a 12-month warranty. Not a 5/60k like most powertrain warranties, nor the added expense of the emissions systems, certification with the Feds and on and on and on.