2004 BMW X5 Cost to replace or rebuild the engine

2004 BMW X5
48,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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LUANNLACH
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The car stopped, turns out the engine seized due to "no oil" The mechanic put in 7 quarts and tried to manually restart the engine but alas it is ruined. How could this happen to someone who meticulously cares for the car and what cost am I looking at to either rebuild the engine or replace it? Of note no leaks were identified. Thank you.
Jan 29, 2010 at 7:30 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Replacement is going to be less expensive. I would get a salvage yard motor, call Autobahn dismantlers at (619)444-2290
Jan 29, 2010 at 8:17 AM
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