This is a Honda J35A engine for sale in fairly used condition. It is a complete 3.5 litre SOHC VTEC V6, pulled from a running vehicle, checked, tested and ready to ship anywhere in the world. Honda built the J35A for well over a decade and put it in the Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline and Acura MDX, so there is a big pool of owners who need a good, honest replacement when the old one gives up.
We match the engine to your VIN and send you photos of the actual engine before you pay. What you see is what gets crated.
What Comes With This Honda J35A Engine for Sale
A complete engine normally includes:
- Block with crankshaft, pistons and connecting rods
- Both cylinder heads with camshafts and VTEC rocker gear
- Timing belt, tensioner and idler pulleys
- Intake manifold, fuel rail and injectors
- Throttle body where fitted
- Oil pan, oil pump and timing covers
- Flexplate, depending on the donor vehicle
- Photos, test notes and secure packing
Alternators, AC compressors, power steering pumps and wiring vary. Your quote lists exactly what comes with the Honda J35A engine for sale you are buying. If you just need the core, ask for a long block.
Honda J35A Engine Specifications
| Type | 60 degree V6 petrol |
| Displacement | 3,471 cc (3.5 litre) |
| Bore x stroke | 89 mm x 93 mm |
| Block | Aluminium with cast iron cylinder liners |
| Heads | Aluminium, one camshaft per bank (SOHC) |
| Valves | 24 (4 per cylinder) with VTEC |
| Power | About 205 to 290 hp, depending on model and year |
| Torque | About 310 to 350 Nm |
| Compression ratio | About 9.4:1 to 11.0:1 |
| Timing | Belt (interference engine) |
| Oil capacity | About 4.3 litres with filter |
| Condition | Fairly used, tested |
Want the full story first? Read our Honda J35A buying guide.
For the background on the whole engine family, see the Honda J engine article. You can also read our post on Honda car engines for sale.
Vehicles This Honda J35A Engine for Sale Fits
- Honda Odyssey (about 1999 to 2010)
- Honda Pilot (about 2003 to 2008)
- Honda Ridgeline (about 2006 to 2008)
- Acura MDX (about 2001 to 2006)
- Acura TL Type-S (2007 to 2008)
- Acura RL and Honda Legend (about 2005 to 2008)
- Honda Inspire, Lagreat and Elysion in some markets
Honda used a long list of sub-codes, from J35A1 to J35A9, plus the later J35Z and J35Y. Mounts, intake manifolds, sensors and the engine computer differ between them. Send your VIN and we will confirm which Honda J35A engine for sale is the correct one for your vehicle.
J35A Versions Explained
Early J35A (Odyssey and MDX, around 1999 to 2004). Simple, strong and easy to work on. No cylinder deactivation.
Mid J35A (Pilot, Ridgeline and later Odyssey). More power and a revised intake. This is the Honda J35A engine for sale we ship most often, and the price on this page is for this version.
VCM engines. Some later Odyssey trims use Variable Cylinder Management, which shuts off three cylinders on the highway to save fuel. They need the matching engine computer and mounts.
High output J35A8 (Acura TL Type-S and RL). Higher compression and more power. Quoted separately.
Before you order any Honda J35A engine for sale, read the code stamped on the front of your old block, just below the timing cover. We print the exact code on your quote.
What Fairly Used Means
Fairly used means the engine came from a vehicle that was running, not one that burned or sat in a flood. It has normal wear for its age and mileage, it is not rebuilt and it is priced as a used engine. Anything small we find, such as a weeping cam seal or a broken plastic clip, goes in your notes, so the Honda J35A engine for sale that turns up is exactly what you were told.
How We Check Each Engine
- Record the engine code, mileage and donor vehicle where we know it
- Compression test on all six cylinders
- Check oil and coolant for contamination
- Look for sludge under the oil filler cap
- Check the timing belt condition and service history where available
- Turn the engine over by hand and listen for noise
- Photograph the engine from every side
- Drain, cap and pack for transport
More on our process in tested used engines.
Known J35A Weak Points
- Timing belt. This is an interference engine. If the belt snaps, the valves hit the pistons. Change it with the water pump about every 105,000 miles or 7 years.
- VCM side effects. On VCM engines, oil use, fouled spark plugs and worn engine mounts are common.
- EGR port clogging. Carbon builds up in the intake and causes misfires on some Odyssey and Pilot engines. A clean-out fixes it.
- Valve clearance. The valves need adjusting now and then. Tight valves cause rough running.
- Oil leaks. Valve cover gaskets and rear cam seals can seep with age.
These are normal maintenance items, not reasons to avoid the engine. They are just what a sensible buyer of a Honda J35A engine for sale should budget for.
A Word About the Transmission
Many Odyssey and Pilot owners lose a transmission around the same time the engine wears out. Check the fluid colour and smell before you fit the new engine. If the gearbox is slipping or flaring between shifts, it is cheaper to sort it while everything is apart. We also stock used transmissions and can quote both together with your Honda J35A engine for sale.
Price and What Affects It
The price shown is for a complete, fairly used J35A from a Pilot, Ridgeline or Odyssey. The final price can change with:
- Sub-code and VCM or non-VCM
- Mileage
- Complete engine or long block
- Included parts
- Shipping method and destination
Your quote shows the engine, parts and freight separately. Our replacement engine cost guide helps you plan the fitting bill too.
Complete Engine or Long Block?
A complete engine comes with the intake, injectors and most bolt-on parts, so it is quickest to fit. A long block is the core only: block, crank, pistons, heads and cams. A long block Honda J35A engine for sale costs less and suits you if your own intake and sensors are fine.
Used, Rebuilt or Remanufactured?
This listing is for a fairly used engine, the quickest and cheapest option. Rebuilt and remanufactured engines cost a lot more. Our guide to remanufactured vs rebuilt engines explains the difference. The J35A is tough enough that a tested Honda J35A engine for sale often outlasts a cheap rebuild.
Notes for Ridgeline and Pilot Owners
These trucks often tow boats and trailers in the heat. Before fitting, check the radiator, the fan, the transmission cooler and the coolant hoses. A tired cooling system is the usual reason these V6 engines fail. If yours tows, a new thermostat and fresh coolant are cheap insurance.
Fitting Advice
- Find out why the old engine failed and fix the cause.
- Fit a new timing belt, tensioner and water pump unless the belt was just done.
- Replace the engine mounts, especially on VCM vehicles.
- Clean or replace the throttle body and check the EGR ports.
- Set the valve clearance if the history is unknown.
- Use the Honda oil grade and change it early.
Do those six things and the Honda J35A engine for sale you fit will start life in your vehicle on the right foot.
Looking After Your New Engine
Change the oil on time, a little sooner in hot climates or stop and go traffic. Keep the cooling system healthy, change spark plugs on schedule and never skip the timing belt. With that care, a Honda J35A engine for sale from us can run for a very long time.
For Workshops and Importers
We can quote several engines at once and ship them together to save on freight. Trade buyers often pair a Honda J35A engine for sale with K-series and B-series Honda engines for the same market. Every engine is labelled with its code and quote reference, with photos and test notes for your customers.
Signs a Replacement Makes Sense
- A knock from the bottom end after running low on oil
- Coolant in the oil after overheating
- A broken timing belt with bent valves
- Low compression on several cylinders
- Heavy sludge from years of missed oil changes
Send us the symptoms or a workshop report and we will tell you honestly whether a Honda J35A engine for sale is the right move.
Warranty
Every Honda J35A engine for sale ships with a written warranty, with the terms on your quote. See our used engine warranty page and our refund and returns policy.
Worldwide Shipping
We ship to North, Central and South America, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and the Pacific, by sea or air. Each Honda J35A engine for sale is drained, capped, strapped down and packed on a pallet or in a crate, then shipped with tracking and export paperwork. Read our shipping policy.
How to Order
- Send your VIN and engine code through the contact page, or call +1 (209) 733-0882.
- We confirm the match and send photos.
- You get a written quote with engine, parts and shipping.
- Pay by bank transfer. It is the only payment method we accept. See our billing terms.
- We ship with tracking and send the documents.
Read how to buy a used engine online for more tips.
When Your Engine Arrives
- Photograph the crate before opening it.
- Check the code on your Honda J35A engine for sale matches your quote.
- Make sure all the listed parts are there.
- Turn the engine by hand.
- Contact us within the time on your quote if anything is wrong.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a new engine?
No. It is a fairly used, tested engine from a running vehicle.
Which version is this Honda J35A engine for sale?
The listed price is for a J35A from a Pilot, Ridgeline or Odyssey. We also quote early, VCM and Type-S engines.
Will a VCM engine fit a non-VCM vehicle?
Not without changing the computer, wiring and mounts. Replace like with like.
Is there a warranty?
Yes, a written warranty with the terms on your quote.
Can I see photos first?
Yes, photos of the real engine before you pay.
How do I pay?
Bank transfer only.
Do you ship to my country?
Yes, worldwide by sea or air with tracking.
Get Your Quote
If your Odyssey, Pilot or Ridgeline is stuck in the driveway with a tired V6, this is the straightforward fix. Send your VIN and we will confirm the match, send photos and give you a clear price on a tested Honda J35A engine for sale, delivered wherever you are.
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