This is a BMW N54 engine for sale in fairly used condition: a complete 3.0 litre twin-turbo inline-six petrol engine, pulled from a donor car, inspected, compression-tested and ready to ship worldwide. It’s the engine from the 335i, 135i, 535i, X6 xDrive35i, Z4 sDrive35i and the 1M Coupe.
We confirm fitment from your VIN and send you photos of the actual engine before you pay.
What’s Included With This BMW N54 Engine for Sale
- Aluminium block with crank, rods and pistons
- Cylinder head with both camshafts and VANOS units
- Both turbochargers and exhaust manifolds
- High-pressure fuel pump and injectors (condition noted on your quote)
- Intake manifold and throttle body
- Most ancillaries on most units
- Compression results, photos and a sturdy crate for shipping
The gearbox, DME and wiring loom aren’t included unless we agree it in writing.
BMW N54 Specifications
| Engine code | N54B30 |
| Layout | Inline six, twin turbo, direct injection |
| Displacement | 2,979 cc (3.0 L) |
| Bore x stroke | 84 mm x 89.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 24 valves, double VANOS |
| Fuel system | High-precision direct injection with piezo injectors |
| Turbos | Two small turbos, one for each set of three cylinders |
| Power | 300 hp standard, 320 hp in the 335is and Z4 35is, 335 hp in the 1M |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft standard, up to 332 lb-ft in the 335is and 1M |
| Years | 2006 to 2016 |
| Condition | Fairly used, tested |
The BMW N54 was BMW’s first mass-produced turbocharged petrol six, and tuners still love it because the bottom end takes a lot more power than stock.
Cars This Engine Fits
- BMW 3 Series E90, E91, E92 and E93 335i and 335is
- BMW 1 Series E82 and E88 135i, and the 1M Coupe
- BMW E60 and E61 535i
- BMW E71 X6 xDrive35i
- BMW E89 Z4 sDrive35i and sDrive35is
- BMW F01 740i
BMW replaced the N54 with the single-turbo N55 in most cars from 2010 and 2011, and the two aren’t a straight swap. Send us your VIN and we’ll match the BMW N54 engine for sale to your car.
If You Plan to Tune It
The N54 made its name with tuners. A simple tune, intake and downpipes can add a lot of power on the stock turbos, and the forged crank and strong block handle it well. What usually gives up first is the fuel side, so a lot of builders upgrade the low-pressure pump or add port injection once they go past what the factory pump can feed. The stock turbos are small and run out of breath at higher boost, which is why bigger single-turbo kits are popular. If you’re buying for a build, tell us your power goal and we’ll be honest about which engine suits it and what condition the turbos are in.
Things We Look At Closely
Anyone who’s owned one knows the list. The high-pressure fuel pump, injectors, wastegate rattle, the electric water pump, VANOS solenoids, and oil leaks from the oil filter housing and valve cover gaskets. Being direct injection, the intake valves also collect carbon over time. We check each BMW N54 engine for sale for these, and note any oil weeping from the turbos.
Fairly Used, Reconditioned or Rebuilt?
The price here is for a fairly used, tested BMW N54 engine for sale. If you’d like a unit with fresh gaskets, clean intake valves or rebuilt turbos, ask us for a quote. Our guide to remanufactured vs rebuilt engines explains the options.
How We Test It
- Compression test on all six cylinders.
- Oil checked for coolant, fuel or metal.
- Turbos checked for shaft play and wastegate movement.
- VANOS and timing chain checked for wear.
- Head and block checked for leaks.
- Photos sent to you, video on request.
Every BMW N54 engine for sale on our site has been through these checks.
Signs It’s Time to Replace Yours
- Low compression or a damaged cylinder
- Rod knock or a spun bearing
- A stretched timing chain that has jumped
- Damage after overheating or oil starvation
Misfires, a weak fuel pump or a noisy wastegate can all be fixed without a new engine. Get it diagnosed first.
Who Buys This Engine
Owners whose engine failed, independent BMW shops, track and drift builders, and people doing swaps into other chassis. If you’re building for power, a healthy BMW N54 engine for sale makes a great starting point.
Where Our Engines Come From
Mostly from cars written off after accidents. We record the donor for every BMW N54 engine for sale, including mileage where we have it.
Fitment Details We Need
Send us these and we’ll confirm the right BMW N54 engine for sale:
- Car model and year
- Full VIN
- Manual or automatic
- Whether the car has been tuned
Before You Buy Any Used N54
Whoever you buy from, ask for the mileage, the donor car’s VIN and why it came off the road. Ask for compression numbers, photos of the actual engine and a look at the oil. If the engine was in a tuned car, ask what was done and how hard it was driven.
With any BMW N54 engine for sale, check the turbos for shaft play and oil leaks, since replacing them means a lot of labour. Ask whether the injectors are the later index versions, whether the water pump has been replaced, and how the timing chain sounds on a cold start. Find out whether the high-pressure fuel pump goes with it.
Look at your own car too. If the old engine failed after overheating, fix the cooling system first. If it failed after oil starvation or a turbo failure, clean or replace the oil cooler, lines and intercooler so debris doesn’t end up in the new engine.
Looking After It Once It’s In
The N54 is happiest with fresh oil. Change it more often than the long factory interval, especially if the car is tuned. Use good fuel, keep an eye on the charge pipe and boost hoses, and let the engine warm up before you use full boost. Carbon builds up on the intake valves over time, so plan a walnut blast every so often. Look after a BMW N54 engine for sale that way and it’ll give you a lot of fun miles. Keep an eye on the coolant level, because the electric water pump can fail without much warning.
If anything changes after fitting, a misfire, smoke or a warning light, call us early. Small problems are cheaper when caught on time, and that’s true of any BMW N54 engine for sale.
Fitting Tips
- New oil, filter and coolant.
- Replace the oil filter housing and valve cover gaskets while it’s out if they’re old.
- Check the charge pipe and intercooler for leaks.
- Bleed the cooling system properly.
- Clear old codes and let the DME adapt before you push it hard.
Shipping
We ship every BMW N54 engine for sale in a crate or on a pallet, by road across North America and by sea or air to Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and South America, with tracking. Duties and local fees are paid at your end. See our shipping policy.
How Ordering Works
Once you send your details, we check stock and fitment and come back with a written quote. It shows the engine price, what’s included, the warranty terms and the freight cost to your nearest port or address. Nothing is final until you’ve seen photos of the engine and agreed to the quote. After payment we crate the engine, book the freight and send you the tracking details. Most orders leave us within a few working days, though sea freight to some countries takes several weeks door to door. If you’re in a hurry, ask about air freight. It costs more, but it can save a truck or car from sitting idle for a month.
Warranty and Returns
Every BMW N54 engine for sale is covered against internal mechanical failure, with terms on your quote. Full rules are in our refund and returns policy.
Other BMW Engines We Sell
We also stock the BMW M54B30, BMW S58, BMW N63, BMW M62 and the BMW M57 diesel. Read our M54B30 buyer’s guide, browse all BMW engines, or see the full shop.
Questions
Is this engine new?
No. It’s fairly used and tested.
Will it fit my 2012 335i?
Not directly. 2011 and later 335i coupes and sedans used the N55.
Is shipping included?
No. We quote freight with the engine.
How do I order?
Add this BMW N54 engine for sale to your cart, or send your VIN through our contact page. You can also call +1 (209) 733-0882 or WhatsApp +1 209 690 5983. We confirm the fit before you pay.
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