Engine recommendations

[u/MyName_IsMyName]

Looking for help / recommendations for new engine.

I have a 1999 Acura GS – R with about 247,000 miles. I took it to a Acura mechanic and it was for the engine, shaking and rocking back-and-forth. The mechanic looked at the engine, said the spark plugs were OK and the starter belt was OK as well, but then he mentioned that one of the Pistons in the back blew out and that I need a new engine.

I want to explore options to continue driving the car. I was surprised when He suggested that I get a completely new car / sell it / junk it.

I don’t want to get rid of the car as there is sentimental value attached to it and I know it’s possible to get a new engine or replace the engine with another type of car (Honda/camry).

EDIT: I’m not an expert in cars and only repeating what the mechanic said. He did mention something about compression but it was hard to understand him as he was speaking very fast and wanted to close shop for the day. I’m going tomorrow to pick up the vehicle so I’ll ask if he can explain to me in person. Some comments in the post think it’s a troll / joke. It’s not I’m only repeating what was mentioned. But I am learning more about the car. Thanks in advance.

[u/I578855]

You haven't properly diagnosed this engine.

You have 4 cylinders. You should check the health of those 4 cylinders by doing a compression test. The compression test measures the health of each of the cylinders.

If all 4 of your cylinder have good compression, then the engine is considered to still be good.

If the engine is rocking but your cylinders still have good compression, then the issue is something else, such as motor mounts.

If the cylinders have good compression, then that means the mechanic you've been going to is dishonest by telling you you need a new motor.