This is a BMW N57 engine for sale in fairly used condition: a complete 3.0 litre straight six turbo diesel, taken from a running car, checked, tested and ready to ship anywhere in the world. It fits the big family of BMW diesel models built from 2008 to around 2019, including the 330d, 530d, 730d, X3, X5 and X6.
We match the engine code on the block to your car and send you photos of the actual engine before you pay. What you see is what arrives.
What Comes With This BMW N57 Engine for Sale
A complete engine normally includes:
- Block with crankshaft, pistons and connecting rods
- Cylinder head with camshafts and valve train
- Rear mounted timing chains and guides
- Turbocharger (or twin turbos on 35d and 40d engines)
- Common rail, injectors and high pressure pump
- Intake manifold, EGR valve and EGR cooler where fitted
- Oil pan, oil filter housing and vacuum pump
- Photos, test notes and secure packing
The starter, alternator, AC compressor, harness and engine computer vary from unit to unit. Your quote lists exactly what is on the BMW N57 engine for sale you are buying. A long block is also available if that is all you need.
BMW N57 Engine Specifications
| Engine code | N57D30 (single, twin or tri-turbo versions) |
| Type | Inline 6 cylinder turbo diesel, DOHC, 24 valves |
| Displacement | 2,993 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Bore x stroke | 84.0 x 90.0 mm |
| Compression | About 16.5:1 |
| Block | Aluminium with cast iron liners |
| Fuel system | Bosch common rail, about 1,800 to 2,200 bar |
| Timing | Chains at the gearbox end |
| Power | About 204 to 313 hp (381 hp tri-turbo) |
| Torque | About 450 to 630 Nm (740 Nm tri-turbo) |
| Emissions | EGR and diesel particulate filter |
| Condition | Fairly used, tested |
For background on the engine family, see the BMW N57 article, or read our full BMW N57 buying guide.
Vehicles This BMW N57 Engine for Sale Fits
- BMW 325d and 330d (E90, E91, E92, E93)
- BMW 330d and 335d (F30, F31, F34)
- BMW 430d and 435d (F32, F33, F36)
- BMW 525d, 530d and 535d (F10, F11, F07)
- BMW 640d (F06, F12, F13)
- BMW 730d and 740d (F01, F02)
- BMW X3 30d and 35d (F25), X4 30d and 35d (F26)
- BMW X5 30d and 40d (E70, F15)
- BMW X6 30d and 40d (E71, F16)
- M550d, X5 M50d and X6 M50d (tri-turbo, quoted separately)
Single turbo and twin turbo engines are not interchangeable without major changes, and xDrive and rear wheel drive cars use different sumps. Send your VIN and we will confirm which BMW N57 engine for sale is right. If your car has the older M57, see our 3.0 BMW M57 engine.
N57 Versions Explained
Single turbo (30d and 25d). The most common version, about 204 to 258 hp. This is the BMW N57 engine for sale most of our buyers need.
Twin turbo (35d and 40d). Two turbos working in sequence for about 300 to 313 hp. Different turbos, pistons and pipework.
Tri-turbo (M50d). Three turbos and about 381 hp. Its own fuel system, pistons and cooling parts. Ask for a separate quote.
There were also technical update (TU) engines with changes to injectors and pumps. We always state the exact version.
Condition: What Fairly Used Means
Fairly used means the engine came from a car that was running, not from a fire or a flood. It has normal wear for its mileage. It is not rebuilt, and it is priced as a used engine.
Anything we notice during checks, such as a small oil weep or a damaged plastic cover, goes in your notes. We want you to know exactly what kind of BMW N57 engine for sale you are getting before you commit.
How We Check Each BMW N57 Engine for Sale
- Record the engine code, mileage and donor car where known
- Compression test on all six cylinders
- Inspect the oil for metal, coolant or heavy fuel dilution
- Listen for timing chain noise and check what we can of the guides
- Check the turbo or turbos for shaft play and oil
- Look at the EGR cooler and block for leaks or cracks
- Photograph the engine from every side
- Drain, cap and pack for shipping
Known N57 Weak Points
- Rear timing chain. Wear on early engines. The engine must come out to replace it, so we listen carefully for chain noise.
- EGR cooler. Can leak coolant into the intake. Check whether the recall work was done on your car.
- Swirl flaps and intake soot. Clean the intake during the swap.
- DPF. Short trips clog it. A blocked filter will choke a fresh engine, so check yours.
- Injectors. Early piezo injectors dislike dirty fuel.
- Oil leaks. Filter housing, valve cover and vacuum pump seals.
These do not stop us selling an engine. They are what a careful buyer of a BMW N57 engine for sale should know about.
Price and What Affects It
The price shown is for a complete, fairly used single turbo engine. The final price of a BMW N57 engine for sale can change with:
- Version: single, twin or tri-turbo
- Mileage
- Complete engine or long block
- Included ancillaries
- Shipping method and destination
Your quote shows the engine, parts and freight as separate lines. Our guide to replacement engine cost helps you plan the full job.
Complete Engine or Long Block?
A complete engine is the quickest to fit and comes with the turbo, injectors, pump, intake and EGR parts. A long block is the core only. It suits you if your own ancillaries are healthy. A long block BMW N57 engine for sale costs less but takes longer to install.
Used, Rebuilt or Remanufactured?
This listing is for a fairly used engine, the cheapest and fastest option. A rebuilt engine gets new bearings, rings, gaskets and often a timing chain set. A remanufactured engine is built to a fixed standard and costs the most. Our guide to remanufactured vs rebuilt engines explains the choice. For a 330d, 530d or X5 with plenty of life left, a tested used BMW N57 engine for sale usually gives the best value.
Fitting Advice
- Find out why the old engine died and fix that first.
- Check or replace the EGR cooler.
- Clean the intercooler and pipes if the old turbo failed.
- Check the DPF for blockage.
- Fit new fuel filters and use clean diesel.
- Use BMW approved low ash diesel oil and change it early.
- Make sure the engine computer suits the engine version.
Looking After Your New Engine
- Change the oil sooner than the long interval in the car.
- Take regular highway drives so the DPF can clean itself.
- Warm the engine up before using full power.
- Let the turbo cool for a moment after hard driving.
- Watch the coolant level.
These habits keep a BMW N57 engine for sale from us running for a long time.
Matching the Engine to Your Car
Send your VIN and, if you can, a photo of the engine code on your old block. We check the model, build date, drive type and version, then confirm the BMW N57 engine for sale in writing before you pay. If we do not have a true match, we tell you and keep looking.
Why Replace Like for Like
The N57 replaced the M57 in 2008 and was itself replaced by the B57 from 2015. All three are 3.0 litre straight six diesels, so people sometimes assume they swap freely. They do not. The mounts, the wiring, the engine computer, the cooling layout and the exhaust aftertreatment are all built around one specific engine. Fitting a different one turns a two day job into a project that can take weeks.
If your car left the factory with an N57, the cleanest, quickest and usually cheapest fix is another one of the same version. That is exactly what this BMW N57 engine for sale is for. It drops back into the space the old engine came out of, connects to the same harness and talks to the same computer.
A Word on Tuned Engines
The N57 takes a remap very well, and many cars on the road have been tuned. A sensible tune is not a problem, but big power without supporting changes wears bearings and turbos faster. When we source a BMW N57 engine for sale, we look for signs of heavy tuning such as removed DPF hardware or aftermarket software notes, and we tell you if we find them. If you plan to tune your replacement engine, give it a few thousand kilometres on standard settings first and keep the oil fresh.
Notes for Hot and Dusty Countries
A lot of our engines go to places where it is hot most of the year, the roads are dusty and diesel quality changes from one station to the next. The N57 copes, but it needs a little extra care there:
- Change the air filter more often than the book says.
- Fit a good water separating fuel filter and drain it regularly.
- Keep the radiator and intercooler fins clean.
- Shorten the oil change interval.
- Do not let the car idle for long periods, which clogs the EGR system and DPF.
Follow these points and a BMW N57 engine for sale from us will handle heat and distance without fuss.
Notes for Workshops and Importers
If you run a garage or import engines, we can quote several units at once and combine them in one shipment to keep freight down. Many trade buyers order a BMW N57 engine for sale alongside M57 and N55 units for the same container. Each engine is labelled with its code and quote number, and you get photos and test notes for every one, so you can pass them straight to your own customers.
What Your Workshop Will Need
Most independent BMW specialists can fit this engine without trouble. On many cars the engine comes out together with the gearbox, or the gearbox comes off first, because the timing chains sit at the back. Plan on new engine mount bolts where BMW calls for them, fresh coolant, the correct oil, and new seals for any parts moved over from your old engine. Ask your workshop to transfer the sensors and brackets carefully and check the harness plugs for oil or damage. With those basics covered, fitting a BMW N57 engine for sale is a routine job for an experienced mechanic.
Warranty
Every BMW N57 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. Sea freight saves money and air freight saves time. Each BMW N57 engine for sale is drained, capped, strapped down and packed on a pallet or 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 of the actual engine.
- 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.
- Match the engine number to your quote.
- Check all listed parts are there.
- Turn the engine by hand.
- Contact us within the time on your quote if anything is wrong.
Who Buys This Engine
Owners of 530d, 330d and X5 30d cars who want to keep a car they like. Independent BMW specialists. Taxi and fleet operators. Importers who resell engines at home. Each gets the right BMW N57 engine for sale for the code, honest notes and real photos. Trade buyers can combine engines in one shipment, for example with the BMW N55 petrol engine.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a new engine?
No. It is a fairly used, tested engine from a running car.
Does this BMW N57 engine for sale include the turbo?
The complete engine does. A long block does not.
Can a 330d engine go into a 335d?
Not as a simple swap. Single and twin turbo engines differ.
Is there a warranty on this BMW N57 engine for sale?
Yes, a written warranty with the terms on your quote.
Can I see photos first?
Yes. You get photos of the real engine before paying.
How do I pay?
Bank transfer only.
Do you ship to my country?
Yes, worldwide by sea or air with tracking.
Get Your Quote Today
If your diesel BMW is off the road, this engine is the simple way back. Send us your VIN and we will confirm the match, send photos and give you a clear price on a tested BMW N57 engine for sale, delivered wherever you are.
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