VEGE VC95 Remanufactured Long Block Crate Engine — Carbureted GM 305 V8 (5.0L), with Tinware
The carbureted-era small block, dressed and ready for its second life. The VEGE VC95 is a fully remanufactured GM 305 engine — the 5.0L / 305 cubic inch carbureted V8 that powered 1976–1987 GM cars and trucks, from Regals and Monte Carlos to Camaros, Caprices and C/K pickups. With oil pan, valve covers and timing cover pre-installed and a non-roller factory cam, it arrives in the exact configuration those carbureted engine bays expect. Remanufactured to factory specification, hot-run tested, and crated for fast delivery across Europe from NH Race Engine.
Why Choose the VEGE VC95 GM 305 Engine?
The carbureted 305 is the beating heart of the late-’70s and ’80s GM scene — G-bodies, A-bodies, F-bodies and square-body trucks. Most survivors are original and unrestored: tired bores, leaking 2-piece-seal-era gaskets, worn valve guides. A junkyard pull means unknown history, and the carb-era 305 family splits into several variants that don’t interchange — the wrong one won’t bolt in.
The VC95 eliminates the gamble. VEGE completely disassembles every core to individual components, then cleans, crack-tests, measures and machines the block and cylinder heads back to OE tolerances. Each engine is reverse-engineered — known original design defects are identified and eliminated before reassembly, not copied. Wear components are replaced new, the tinware is installed, and every engine is hot-run tested and calibrated before being vacuum-sealed, corrosion-treated and crated for dispatch.
GM 305 Engine Key Features & Benefits
- Correct Carbureted-Era Specification: Non-roller factory cam, carbureted intake pattern and tinware pre-installed — the configuration your 1976–1987 engine bay expects (head casting 187; block castings 627, 058).
- Tinware Pre-Installed: Oil pan, valve covers and timing cover arrive already installed — no separate shopping list, no extra gaskets, hours of installation time saved.
- True Remanufacture to Factory Spec: Complete teardown, crack testing, machining to OE tolerances and reassembly by certified technicians — a documented process, not a salvage refresh.
- Reverse-Engineered Reliability: Original design defects are eliminated during remanufacturing, so your replacement GM 305 engine is built better than the one that failed.
- Oil Pump & Gasket Included: Ready for priming at installation — one less part to source.
- Carburetor-Ready: Correct as-cast intake pattern for your period Rochester 2-barrel or 4-barrel — no adapters, no port-matching compromises.
- Crated for Safe EU Transport: Vacuum-sealed, corrosion-treated, steel-crate packed and dispatched with full tracking and insurance.
GM 305 Engine Vehicle Fitment — VC95 Applications
The VEGE VC95 GM 305 engine long block is the correct variant for carbureted 5.0L applications across the 1976–1987 GM range. Per the VEGE application guide this includes:
- GM A/G-Body Cars (1976–1987): Buick Regal, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Malibu, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Pontiac Grand Prix — 5.0L models
- GM B-Body Cars: Chevrolet Caprice, Impala — 5.0L models
- GM F-Body Cars: Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Firebird — 5.0L carbureted models
- GM C/K Trucks & SUVs: C/K pickups, full-size Blazer/Suburban — 5.0L carbureted applications
- Other Carbureted 305 Applications: El Camino, Nova (late), G/P-series vans
- Hot Rod & Build Applications: The carbureted 305 with tinware installed is a budget-friendly period-correct foundation for G-body and square-body builds
Verify before ordering: The carbureted 305 family spans several variants with different seals, tinware and cams — and the VEGE guide lists this code against multiple year ranges. Send us your VIN or casting numbers and our technical team will confirm the VC95 is your exact match, or route you to the correct code (DC05 for bare-block carbureted applications; DCM2/VCA9 for later TBI-era 305s).
Technical Specifications
| Part Type: | Crate Engine — Long Block with Tinware (Remanufactured) |
| Product Line: | VEGE Remanufactured Long Block Crate Engines |
| MPN: | VC95 |
| Summit Part No.: | VRE-VC95 |
| Actual Engine Displacement: | 5.0L / 305 cu in |
| Configuration: | V8, OHV, 16 valves, carbureted |
| Model Years: | 1976–1987 (application-dependent — verify) |
| Makes: | Chevrolet, GMC, Pontiac, Buick, Oldsmobile |
| Camshaft: | Non-roller (flat tappet) |
| Head Casting: | 187 |
| Block Castings: | 627, 058 |
| Tinware: | Valve covers, timing cover & oil pan — included & installed |
| Oil Pump & Gasket: | Included |
| Fuel System: | Carbureted — transfer intake & carburetor from original |
| Assembled: | Yes — sold individually |
| Remanufactured: | Yes — factory specification, reverse-engineered |
What’s Included vs. What You Transfer
| Component | Included | Transfer from Original Engine |
|---|---|---|
| Engine block (remanufactured) | ✅ | — |
| Crankshaft, pistons, rods, bearings | ✅ | — |
| Cylinder heads & valvetrain | ✅ | — |
| Camshaft & timing components | ✅ | — |
| Oil pump & gasket | ✅ | — |
| Valve covers (installed) | ✅ | — |
| Timing cover (installed) | ✅ | — |
| Oil pan (installed) | ✅ | — |
| Intake manifold & carburetor | — | ✅ |
| Distributor & ignition | — | ✅ |
| Exhaust manifolds | — | ✅ |
| Water pump & thermostat | — | ✅ |
| Harmonic balancer | — | ✅ |
| Flexplate / flywheel | — | ✅ |
| Spark plugs & wires | — | ✅ |
Carbureted 305 Family — Which Code Is Yours?
| Feature | VC95 (This Engine) | DC05 | DCM2 / VCA9 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | Carbureted | Carbureted | TBI (1996–2000 / 1987–1995 trucks) |
| Tinware | ✅ Included | ❌ Bare block | Varies (VCA9: included) |
| Typical applications | 1976–1987 cars & trucks | 1978–1985 cars | Later trucks & vans |
| Best for | Fastest carb-era repower | Custom builds with own dress | TBI-era trucks |
Send your VIN — we’ll confirm the correct code before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the VEGE VC95 a drop-in replacement for my Monte Carlo 305?
Yes — with tinware pre-installed, the VC95 is one of the most drop-in-ready carbureted 305s available. Transfer your intake manifold, carburetor, distributor, exhaust manifolds, water pump, balancer and flexplate — the pan, covers and oil pump are already done. Confirm your exact variant with our team before ordering.
What’s the difference between VC95 and the bare-block 305 codes?
The VC95 covers the carbureted 305 family with tinware installed; DC05 is the same era as a bare long block. If you already have good tinware or want custom covers, choose the bare-block code; for the fastest install, choose VC95.
Will this work with my stock carburetor?
Yes — the VC95 is built to the stock carbureted specification, so your original 2-barrel or 4-barrel carburetor and intake manifold bolt straight on with no adapters.
My car is a 1987 Regal — is this the right engine?
The VC95 is listed against the 1987 Regal application in the VEGE guide (casting family 187/627). Regals also came with other engines and the 305 has variants — send us your VIN and we’ll confirm in minutes.
Do I need to return my old engine core?
Core policy varies by order type — many VEGE engines are available with no core required. Contact NH Race Engine for current terms.
Recommended Companion Products
- Complete installation gasket set (intake, exhaust, water pump)
- Flat-tappet break-in oil & zinc additive
- Rochester & Holley 2/4-barrel carburetors
- Intake manifolds — small block Chevy, carbureted
- Distributor, plugs & wires
- Headers & exhaust for small block Chevy
- VEGE DCM2 — Chevy 305 engine (TBI era)
- VEGE VCA9 — Chevy truck 305 with tinware
- All VEGE remanufactured crate engines
Shipping Your GM 305 Engine Across Europe
NH Race Engine ships VEGE GM 305 engine long blocks across Europe from our EU warehouse. Engines ship vacuum-sealed in steel crating on a pallet via insured freight carrier with full tracking.
Estimated delivery: Netherlands 3–5 business days | Germany, Belgium, France 5–7 business days | Rest of EU 7–10 business days
Contact us for a freight quote to your address or workshop.
Order Your VEGE VC95 GM 305 Engine Today
Your G-body deserves a zero-hour heart. The VEGE VC95 GM 305 engine delivers the correct carbureted-era long block with tinware pre-installed — reverse-engineered for reliability, hot-run tested, and crated for safe delivery to your garage.
Contact our technical team with your VIN for variant verification, or click “Add to Cart” now to secure yours.
SKU: VRE-VC95 | MPN: VC95 | Brand: VEGE | Category: Crate Engines / Remanufactured Engines
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