Expert: Kevin Pilotte - 9/22/2004

Question
i have a 1981 dellorean with no motor  and 4 boxes of the motor parts , the person he sold this car to mi he loss the motor in the machine shop. so y have only all the accessories exept the block.
i hear that the motor of eagle premier 1990 is the same , plese advise if this is right.
thanks.
ruben

Answer
The engine used in the DeLorean is known as the PRV. It is manufactured by Renault, but is also used by Peugeot and Volvo. The Eagle Premier is actually a Renault. It has an engine from the same family, but I do not know if it is EXACTLY the same. There might be differences in motor mounts, accessory mounting (alternator, A/C, Power steering, etc) and bolt pattern for the transmission. I would suggest trying to locate an engine from a DeLorean on the internet. Try DeLorean clubs, E Bay, Hemmings, etc. You could also visit a local Volvo dealer and talk to a technician, you might find one familiar with the V-6 engine as also used in their 760 models. I worked for DeLorean Motor Company in the early 80's and actually lived in Belfast Northern Ireland for a bit. Good luck.
Kevin