Collection: Used BMW Engines For Sale

Browse BMW Engines by Year

Pick your model year for VIN-matched 2018 or 2017 inventory. More year pages coming online weekly — if your year is not yet linked, text us your VIN and we will match you.

BMW Engines We Cover

Real engines from our warehouse, tested and ready to ship. Our BMW inventory spans every major engine family BMW has produced for the U.S. market.

N52 3.0L Inline-6

328i, 330i, 528i, Z4 (2006–2013). BMW's naturally aspirated DOHC benchmark inline-6.

N54 3.0L Twin-Turbo

335i, 535i, 135i (2007–2013). BMW's first modern twin-turbo inline-6.

N55 3.0L Single-Turbo

335i, 535i, X5 35i (2011–2016). Replaced the N54 with VALVETRONIC.

N63 V8 4.4L Twin-Turbo

550i, 650i, X5 xDrive50i (2009–2017). BMW's flagship non-M V8.

B58 3.0L Turbo

330i, 440i, 540i, Z4 (2016+). BMW's current-generation modular inline-6.

S65 4.0L V8 (M3)

E90/E92/E93 M3 (2008–2013). High-revving naturally aspirated M V8.

M54 2.5L / 3.0L Inline-6

325i, 330i, Z4, X5 3.0i (2001–2006). Last great naturally aspirated E-series six.

N20 2.0L Turbo-4

320i, 328i, 428i (2012–2016). BMW's efficient twin-scroll turbo four-cylinder.

S85 5.0L V10 (M5/M6)

E60 M5, E63/E64 M6 (2006–2010). BMW's legendary Formula 1-derived V10.

S63 V8 4.4L Twin-Turbo

F10 M5, F12 M6, X5 M (2012–2018). BMW M's high-output hot-vee V8.

N62 V8 4.4L / 4.8L

545i, 550i, X5 4.8i (2002–2010). Naturally aspirated V8 with VALVETRONIC.

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Plus N26, B48, S55, S54, M52 and more — all chassis codes covered — text us your VIN.

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Why Buy a Used BMW Engine from Auto Power Source

BMW engines reward the right buyer and punish the wrong one. The N20 four-cylinder, N52 naturally aspirated inline-6, N54 and N55 turbocharged inline-6s, N62 V8, N63 hot-vee V8, B58 modular six, and the M-division S55/S63/S65/S85 powerplants each have specific VANOS layouts, eccentric-shaft sensors, valve cover gaskets, oil-feed lines, and timing-chain guides that vary by chassis code and production year. A wrong donor engine — even within the same nominal displacement — can mean wasted weeks, return freight, and an engine bay full of incompatible plumbing.

Our 1,300+ verified BMW engines have all been pulled from low-mileage donor vehicles, cataloged by VIN and chassis code (E46, E60, E70, E90, F10, F30, G05, G30, etc.), and held in our climate-controlled warehouse. Each unit went through our six-step inspection: VIN-matching against your chassis, compression and leak-down testing by ASE-certified technicians, noise and smoke verification on the test stand, visual inspection of VANOS solenoids and oil-feed plumbing, multi-angle photography sent for your approval, and palletized shipping.

You pay a fraction of dealer-new pricing for the same BMW Motorsport engineering, ship free on a heavy-duty pallet anywhere in the continental U.S., and get 30 days from delivery to return for any reason — no restocking fees. Up to a 3-year warranty covers you after install. Across 100,000+ Engines+Transmissions In Stock, our fitment-related return rate sits at 0% because we verify before we send.

Your BMW Engine Options: Compared

Most BMW owners face four real choices when their engine fails:

Tested used OEM hits the sweet spot — same engineering as new, fraction of the cost.

BMW Engine Buying Guide

Six things to verify before buying a used BMW engine:

1. Match the engine code, not just the displacement. BMW uses multiple engines at the same displacement across generations — a 3.0L could be M54, N52, N54, N55, B58, or even S54 depending on the chassis. Your VIN's 8th digit and the chassis code together pinpoint the exact engine family.
2. Confirm chassis code compatibility. Same engine family (e.g. N55) was used across E-series, F-series and G-series chassis with different oil pans, intake manifolds, wiring harnesses, and exhaust manifolds. An F30 N55 will not bolt cleanly into an E92 without bracket and harness changes.
3. Specify RWD vs xDrive (AWD). Oil pan geometry and front sump shape differ. Order the wrong one and the engine will not clear the front diff or driveshaft on an xDrive car.
4. For N54 / N55 / S55 turbo engines, ask about HPFP, wastegates, and timing-chain history. These are the well-known wear points; a good donor engine should disclose any prior replacements or the original mileage on critical components.
5. For V8s (N62 / N63 / S63 / S65 / S85), confirm timing-chain-guide and rod-bearing replacement history. N63 valve-stem-seal recalls and S65 rod-bearing service intervals are make-or-break details for any used V8 donor.
6. Pre- vs post-LCI matters more than you think. BMW often refreshes harnesses, sensor placement, and ECU mappings mid-cycle. A 2014 F30 N20 from before the LCI window will not always plug-and-play into a 2016 post-LCI car. We verify LCI status during VIN matching.

Our ASE-certified technicians verify every one of these points against your VIN before any engine ships.

Learn More: BMW Engine Guides

Practical guides from our team — how to install a used BMW engine, what to check on delivery, and what really matters when buying online.

APS Preinstallation Guide

Step-by-step guide to properly installing a used engine — what to inspect, prep, and torque before first start.

Post-Install Maintenance Checklist

Keep your used engine running like new — the break-in period, oil intervals, and warning signs to watch for.

5 Things to Know Before Buying

Warranty terms, VIN matching, mileage, testing, return policy — the checklist every buyer should run through.

After Delivery: Inspection Guide

What to check the moment your engine arrives — freight damage, matching numbers, and what to photograph.

Frequently Asked Questions

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