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I just recently bought a 1997 Civic EX Auto. The engine has bottom end damage and what I am finding out now is that used replacement D16Y8 engines are hard to come by at a decent price. I bought it with 83K for $325 and just want to put a used engine in and sell the car. My question is can one take a D16Y7 Block, put my D16Y8 head on and install it in my vehicle? Are the D16Y7 and Y8 blocks the same? Can it work without modifications? I can buy a D16Y7 Engine from '96 Civic or Del Sol for $400 versus $750-$1100 for D16Y8. Also, does it matter when looking for an engine wether you specify having auto/manual? I would think not but everytime I ask if one is available they ask auto or manual. I appologize in advance if I am asking questions that have been asked/answered many times. I tried searching quickly and didn't find anything. I am pressed for time as I hope to get this car fixed by the weekend. Thanks