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LS short box · 07-15-2020, 04:29 PM

I big LS fan. As said above if its done right I believe it will bring more money when you sell it. Neatness in the engine bay is a big selling point. I always try to conceal all the wiring both chassis and engine as much as possible. Not knowing the level of your trucks restoration doing any touch up required will also bring more money. Like if you decide to go LS make sure after you pull the engine and trans paint (or repaint) the engine bay. That kind of stuff doesn't cost much except for your time.
The other thing about an LS swap is I think it brings in the resto-mod folks more than a sbc.
Just my .02 and good luck with your swap.

07-15-2020, 04:29 PM	#12
LS short box Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Carlos MN Posts: 1,958	Re: Resale Value - LS vs SBC I big LS fan. As said above if its done right I believe it will bring more money when you sell it. Neatness in the engine bay is a big selling point. I always try to conceal all the wiring both chassis and engine as much as possible. Not knowing the level of your trucks restoration doing any touch up required will also bring more money. Like if you decide to go LS make sure after you pull the engine and trans paint (or repaint) the engine bay. That kind of stuff doesn't cost much except for your time. The other thing about an LS swap is I think it brings in the resto-mod folks more than a sbc. Just my .02 and good luck with your swap.