$200+ for a blown Tec engine?

[capguncowboy]

I saw this on Ebay, but didn't look at all the pictures until a few minutes ago. I'm guessing the bidders might have done the same. I know it has a lighting coil/flywheel, and that 631588 diaphragm carb is worth a bit, but who pays that for a blown engine? That's at the top of it's value in my opinion, especially when you consider that the ID/Seria plate is missing.

Rupp Mini Bike Tecumseh HS40 Lighting Coil Engine Motor Vintage 4HP | eBay

 

[OND]

That is ridiculous !!! ut: Who would give that ???

 

[Not so mini bike]

He has a lot of rupp stuff. I follow him. Even bought a few items. But yes that is ridiculous.

 

[diggers]

That's what I'm was thinking holy crap. ut::facepalm:

 

[george3]

I am guessing my good cond 70 rupp engine is worth thousands. LOL

 

[bikebudy]

Its at top Dollar but, Flywheel / light coil , Air Filter, Throttle plate & Carb is where the money is.

 

[diggers]

Very true usually the coil and flywheel sell for that price. From what I've seen anyways....

 

[capguncowboy]

Yeah, don't get me wrong. I'm sure a non-blown lighted Rupp Engine is worth at least $350 to the right buyer, I just can't fathom paying that much for a blown engine. You'd have to tear it all the way down and swap the parts over to a new block, go ahead and do the rings, gaskets and seals. Just seems like too much work for the money is all.

I've bought from Paul quite a few times and normally, he's pretty fair with his prices. I guess he can't control what other people bid though. I'm glad he's going to make some money on it.

 

[creia]

It is worth it for someone that needs parts for a 1970 Rupp-specific HS40 engine used for a restoration project.
Michael

 

[Outlaw Ace]

That long crankshaft for the Rupp TAV is the main reason but the other parts bring big dollars too, not as silly as it seems really.