ukonjac you're relatively close to me (NC vs GA) and here 250s are a dime a dozen. I've had one offered to me (integral head, turned it down because I don't have the room). Average price of a complete 250 without the integral head can range from $75-$150 if you remove from vehicle. Individuals will often sell them for less when they swap out for the SBC - the 250 gets in their way.
The 292 is a different story. I see about one 292 for every 20 250s in salvage yards. I've seen prices from $150-$275. They've become pretty popular with racers wanting to be different and the price reflects the demand. A good running 292 will usually ALWAYS set you back $250+ in western Georgia. I paid $150 for a 292 short block that I eventually used as a core.
I'm almost finished with my 292. I have everything needed to start putting the engine together. First I need to slap on a nice coat of paint. I bought Chevy blue and have painted the timing cover and side covers. But now it looks more boring than the gray that it was painted when I received it.
I'm considering Chevy red or a gray that is close in color to what the short block currently is. Can't make up my mind. :mad:
-ftyler
I'm not sure about the 261s and if a 261, 216 or 235 wasn't stock equipment in your vehicle I'd forget about it.
