i bought mine new in 2003 was made in canada by cummins for chrysler at that time. i have never had one issue with this motor. with a 750 holley and tti's with a 4 speed and 4;10 8 3/4 the car is alot of fun to drive. and at that time i used a friends name from out of state to buy it from the dealer so i didn't end up paying tax but final price was $3450.00. should have bought two