1988 Buick Century Performance Engines
Keep Your 1988 Buick Century in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1988 Buick Century looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kits, Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets, and Performance Engine Rocker Arms. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.
Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory
The average price for a 1988 Buick Century Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $133.43, with a range that starts at $9.99 and goes up to $746.99. With 10 options in stock from 3 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like High Performance Thermostat, Performance Cylinder Head Gasket, and ENGINE ROCKER ARM start at just $19.29 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Explore Related Parts
While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Ignition Products and Performance Radiators. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1988 Buick Century in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1988 Buick Century Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 1988 Buick Century? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Performance Engines, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Buick Century. Whether you’re driving a 1988 model or another popular model year like
1978,
1979,
1980,
1981,
1984,
1985,
1986,
1987, and
1989, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Performance Engines from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1988 Buick Century Performance Engines
Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Head Gasket (Part No.5799G)
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Mr. Gasket Ultra-Seal Head Gaskets are a five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction. The graphite core has excellent thermoconductivity (transfers heat) away from hot spots in head preventing gasket burn-out. They provide excellent stability, compressibility and high temperature endurance. A high temperature silicone coating ensures sealing of engine fluids. Compatible with cast iron or aluminum heads, they will not brinell (indent) aluminum cylinder heads. Suitable for high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Sold individually.
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- Five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction
- Graphite core is excellent transfering heat away from hot spots in head preventing gasket burn-out.
- Provides excellent stability, compressibility and high temperature endurance
- Coated with high temperature silicone to ensure sealing of engine fluids
- Will not brinell (indent) aluminum cylinder heads
- For high performance street, drag race and oval track use
- Compatible w/High Octane Fuel
- Compatible With Exotic Fuel
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1125)
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$109.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
- NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
- SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printo seal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
- STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
- DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1003)
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Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
- NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
- SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
- STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
- DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K42-222-4)
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$1421.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts.
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- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K51-232-3)
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$574.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
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- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Competition Cams – High Energy/Marine 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-210-2)
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$898.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – High Energy: Good street performance with stock converter, choppy idle. OR High Energy Marine: Biggest cam for inboard/outboard. Good for ski, economy and light performance.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – High Energy: Good street performance with stock converter, choppy idle. OR High Energy Marine: Biggest cam for inboard/outboard. Good for ski, economy and light performance.
- 268/268 Advertised Duration, 218/218 Duration @ .050″, .454″/.454″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Rocker Arms, Ultra Gold Small Block Chevy 1.6 1 St (Part No.19002-16)
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$433.99
These COMP Cams Ultra-Gold Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms with a 3/8″ stud diameter and 1.6 ratio are designed for Chevrolet V8 265-400 applications. The new modern design features of these Ultra-Gold Rockers are proven to withstand extremely aggressive spring pressure and valve lift. Designed specifically for high performance street and race engines, the Ultra-Gold Aluminum Rocker Arms are precision CNC-machined to strict tolerances. Developed to meet the demands of professional engine builders, these rockers include features never before possible in an aluminum rocker arm.
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- CNC-machined, lightweight design removes weight and yields unrivaled quality and ratio accuracy
- Designed for high performance street and race engines
- Precision-sorted trunion bearings withstand elevated valve spring pressure and valve lift
- Additional clearance, up to 1.650″ O.D. valve spring
Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Screw-In Rocker Arm Studs (Part No.1076)
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$77.99
Mr. Gasket screw-in rocker arm studs are manufactured from heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 steel. Ideal for high performance street applications. OE style press in rocker studs can actually pull out of the cylinder head when using high lift camshafts. Includes sixteen studs 3/8-24 x 1.47 inch long top x 7/16-14 bottom.
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- Black Oxide Coated Grade 8 Steel
- Kit Contains 16 Studs
- Easy To Install
- Heat Treated Steel
- Grade 8 Steel
Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.920G)
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$75.99
These are high quality nuts with allen set screws to provide you with that positive lock needed for Race or original equipment Rocker Arms.
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- They Are Zinc Dichromate Plated Steel
- They Have Black Oxide Coated Set Screws
- Keeps Rocker Arms Positively Locked
- (16) Rocker Arm Nuts w/ Locks 3/8″-24 Threads
- Includes Locks and Hex Wrench
- Shank O.D. .603″
Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chrysler 383-400-413-440 V8 1969-79 (Part No.5792)
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- Non-Rotator Type
- 1.550 in. Outer Diameter
- .190 Wire Size
- Single Coil Spring Type
- Set of 16
Edelbrock – Complete Sure Seat Valve Spring Kit for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95 (Part No.5794)
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$159.99
Complete kit includes retainers and locks. Springs made of highest quality spring wire. Springs precision wound to close tolerances. Includes superior quality steel retainers. Includes 7 degree heat-treated valve stem locks. Retainers and locks are black oxide coated. Non-rotator style: Dyno tested and street proven. Great match to Edelbrock camshaft kit.
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- Complete Kit: Includes Retainers And Locks
- Springs Made of Highest Quality Spring Wire
- Springs Precision Wound To Close Tolerances
- Includes Superior Quality Steel Retainers
- Includes 7 deg. Heat-Treated Valve Stem Locks
- Retainers and Locks Black Oxide Coated
- Non-Rotator Style: Dyno Tested and Street Proven
- Great Match to Edelbrock Camshaft Kit
Competition Cams – High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter Chevrolet SBC, BBC, and 194-292/200-262 V6. (Part No.812-1)
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High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter Chevrolet SBC, BBC, and 194-292/200-262 V6.
Edelbrock – Valve Cover Gasket Set for Buick (Part No.7546)
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The Edelbrock valve cover gaskets #7546?provide excellent sealing integrity and conformability for easy installation. The multi-layer construction has two highly compressible, high rubber content, fiber-reinforced outside layers which are chemically bonde
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- 0.1875 in. Thickness
- Core-Reinforced-Composite Material
- For Buick 400-455
- Set of 2
- Made In The USA
Mr. Gasket – Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.585G)
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$34.99
Molded rubber gaskets are reusable, great for engines that require valve lash maintenance. These gaskets feature Nitrile material for long life, solid steel carrier for strength and rigidity. Incorporates compression limiters to prevent fastener over-tightening.
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- Features Nitrile Rubber Material For Long Life
- Molded Rubber Gaskets Are Reusable
- Ideal For Engine Requiring Valve Lash Maintenance
FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE VALVE COVER GASKET SET (Part No.1602)
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Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- Die cut silicone rubber gaskets conform to out-of-flat covers
- Great for on-again/off-again situations
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1624)
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Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- Blue Stripe performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1603)
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Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- Blue Stripe performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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$32.49
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens At 195 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy (Part No.9630)
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- Case-Hardened Tubing
- Welded Ends
- 5/16 in. Diameter
- Use with or without Hardened Steel Guideplates
Competition Cams – PUSHROD SET, SBC 3/8 1 ST (Part No.7513-16)
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Magnum Pushrods from COMP Cams offer an affordable solution for your .080″ wall chromemoly pushrod needs. Designed to withstand the stresses of a high performance engine, Magnum Pushrods are head-treated for extended durability and have precision formed, reinforced ends. Magnum Pushrods are black-oxide finished with their part number and length laser etched onto the surface for easy identification.
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- 3/8″ Diameter, 7.800″ Length
- Magnum Pushrods for Small Block Chevy
- One-piece .080″ wall chromemoly steel tubing
- Heat-treated for extended durability and guide plate compatibility
- Precision formed and reinforced pushrod end
Popular 1988 Buick Century Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kits for 1988 Buick Centuries
Enhance your 1988 Buick Century with one of the 2 Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kits we have in stock, starting at just $531.99.
Competition Cams – High Energy 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet 173-207/2.8-3.4L V6 (Part No.K16-233-4)
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$746.99
High Energy 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet 173-207/2.8-3.4L V6
Competition Cams – High Energy 192/200 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit Chevrolet 173-207/2.8-3.4L (Part No.CL16-115-4)
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High Energy 192/200 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit Chevrolet 173-207/2.8-3.4L
Best-Selling 1988 Buick Century Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
Upgrade your Century with our best-selling Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set.
FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1624)
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$24.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- Blue Stripe performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
Top-Quality Performance Engine Rocker Arms for 1988 Buick Centuries
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Rocker Arm for Buick Centuries and enjoy top-notch performance from $19.29.
Competition Cams – ENGINE ROCKER ARM (Part No.1216-1)
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$19.29
ENGINE ROCKER ARM
Our Top Pick for a 1988 Buick Century Performance Engine Coolant Thermostat
Invest in a
durable Performance Engine Coolant Thermostat for your 1988 Buick, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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$32.49
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens At 195 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
Our Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets for 1988 Buick Centuries
Make a smart move for your 1988 Buick Century with our Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gasket for $61.99.
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1000)
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Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
- Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
- Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
- Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
FAQs for 1988 Buick Century Performance Engines
What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1988 Buick Centuries?
Out of 10 Performance Engines that fit 1988 Buick Centuries, the following parts are the top sellers:
- High Performance Thermostat (22903641) – $32.49
- Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (19782376) – $61.99
- ENGINE ROCKER ARM (50272523) – $19.29
What’s the price range for 1988 Buick Century Performance Engines?
The prices of Performance Engines for the 1988 Buick Century range from $9.99 up to $746.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1988 Buick Century?
The average price for Performance Engines for the 1988 Buick Century is $133.43. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Buick Century model years?
What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1988 Buick Century?
The cheapest 1988 Buick Century Performance Engines we carry are:
- Engine Valve Spring (50286657) – $9.99
- Performance Series Solid Lifter for Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and Pontiac (50287860) – $15.99
- ENGINE ROCKER ARM (50272523) – $19.29
- Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (19781314) – $24.49
- High Energy 8.684" Long, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod Set of 12 (50289699) – $31.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1988 Buick models?
Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 5 other popular 1988 Buick models. Some of the most popular are 1988 Regal Performance Engines, 1988 LeSabre Performance Engines, 1988 Riviera Performance Engines, 1988 Electra Performance Engines, and 1988 Reatta Performance Engines.
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1988 Buick Century?
As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1988 Buick Century:
Can I get help with 1988 Buick Century Performance Engine orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Buick Performance Engines and more.
What is your return policy for Buick Century Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Buick Century Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.