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Buy a BMW engine: codes, fit, and what to check

BMW engines at our Hamburg yard

How to read an engine page. Look at the code, the year, the gearbox, and the photos.

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In short

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When you buy a BMW engine from us, you get the whole engine you see in the photos. It is not a bare short block unless the page says so.

The code on the engine matters most. Two cars can have the same badge but a different sump, flywheel, or cooler.

Will it fit my car?

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Check the engine code in the VIN. Check the gearbox too. Automatic and manual cars often need a different flywheel.

Cars built for other markets can have different parts on the engine. The photo may look the same.

What we check

Look at the photos for sensors, brackets, the turbo, and the intake. We do not add missing parts after you pay.

If an engine fails our test, we do not sell it.

How to pick the right engine

Start with the code. Then the year. Then the price. A cheap engine with the wrong sump costs you more in the end.

Warranty

Many engines come with up to 12 months warranty. A proper workshop must fit the engine. The warranty is for a fault inside the engine. It does not cover the wrong engine, a dry start, the wrong oil, or damage done after you open the crate.

Shipping

Crate shipping from Hamburg costs 299 EUR. We pack the engine in a strong crate and send it to the address on your order. You need a forklift or an engine crane to unload it.

FAQ

Do you ship bmw engines to my door?

Yes. Crate shipping from Hamburg costs 299 EUR to the address on your order.

How long is the warranty?

Up to 12 months on many engines, for a fault inside the engine, after a proper fit. See the warranty page for the full rules.

Are the photos of the real engine?

Yes. When you buy BMW engines from us, the photos are real photos from our yard, not made-up pictures.

Can you check my VIN first?

Yes. The VIN check is free. Send it before you pay and we confirm the engine fits.

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