This BluePrint Engines crate engine is a complete, turn-key powerplant producing 465 horsepower and 494 ft-lbs. of torque with a street-friendly 10:1 compression ratio, perfect for classic car restorations or high-performance street builds. It features aluminum heads, a smooth-operating roller cam, forged pistons, and a cast crankshaft for long-lasting reliability and power. Fuel is delivered through a Holley 750cfm Classic Carburetor, supported by a fuel pump, fuel line, spark plugs, and plug wires, while cooling is handled by a drive-side inlet water pump, thermostat, and thermostat housing. The engine comes fully dressed with a harmonic balancer, timing cover, valve covers, air cleaner, distributor, and oil pan, making installation easy. Completing the package is a black front accessory drive system, which includes a water pump, Type II power steering pump with remote reservoir, 140-amp 1-wire alternator, and a 7B10 peanut-style A/C compressor—blending show-car looks with street-driven reliability.
BETTER THAN THE REST.
At BluePrint Engines, customer satisfaction is our highest priority. Every engine is built using high-quality components, with each rotating assembly balanced to within two grams of specification. Before shipment, every crate engine is dyno tested and certified to ensure it is ready to deliver the horsepower and torque you expect.
To stand behind that level of quality, BluePrint Engines offers industry-leading warranty coverage, providing confidence and peace of mind whether the engine is installed by an individual or a professional installer. Our standard warranty is fully transferable, adding long-term value and reassurance for our customers.
Warranty Coverage Details:
*Applies to eligible engine part numbers beginning with “B” or “P.” Warranty coverage is subject to terms and conditions. Proper installation and maintenance are required.
Please refer to full warranty documentation for complete details click here.
We make sure we hit our target horsepower and proper torque with every crate engine. We use an advanced computerized balancer to get our rotating assemblies within two grams, ensuring silky smooth power over the entire RPM range. That's precisely why our engines sound and run better than our competitors.
A comprehensive, dyno-generated printout showing these critical specs will accompany your delivered engine. No more guessing or wondering what your installed engine's real-world peak horsepower and torque ratings actually are. Any doubters in the crowd? Simply flash 'em your dyno results!
This engine will be dyno tested before it ships to you at no additional charge (others charge $500)!
