BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engines: every engine, fitment and price

The F01 and long-wheelbase F02 7 Series were built from 2008 to 2015. Engines included the N54, N55 and N63 petrols, the N74 V12 and the N57 diesel.

In total, 8 model and engine combinations are listed for the BMW F01 and F02 7 Series in our data, using 3 engine families: N57, N63 and N73 and N74. Production covered 2008–2015. We currently hold 41 engines that suit these cars.

Every BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engine at a glance

BMW F01 and F02 7 Series: petrol engines

N63 in the BMW F01 and F02 7 Series

The F01 750i uses the N63B44, a 4.4 L V8 rated at 407 hp and 600 Nm, built 2008–2013. See every N63B44 in stock.

F01 750i: N63B44O1, 4.4 L, 450 hp and 650 Nm (2012–2018). See every N63B44O1 in stock.

BMW launched the N63 in 2008 in the X6 xDrive50i with a 'hot-V' layout, piezo direct injection and double VANOS.

On the N63, our workshop watches for oil consumption from valve stem seals, piezo injectors (early n63) and timing chain stretch. Prefer N63TU and later engines where the car allows it. Check the version letter on the engine code (B44A, B44B, B44C, B44D) before ordering.

Read our full N63 guide

We have 7 N63 engines that suit the BMW F01 and F02 7 Series, from 3.224,00 €.

N73 and N74 in the BMW F01 and F02 7 Series

The F01 760i uses the N74B60, a 6.6 L V12 rated at 610 hp and 800 Nm, built 2009–2022.

BMW launched the N73 in 2003 with Valvetronic and direct injection on a V12.

On the N73 and N74, our workshop watches for ignition coils and spark plugs, injectors and coolant leaks. Check whether the engine is BMW or Rolls-Royce specification before ordering.

Read our full N73 and N74 guide

We have 21 N73 and N74 engines that suit the BMW F01 and F02 7 Series, from 8.374,00 €.

BMW F01 and F02 7 Series: diesel engines

N57 in the BMW F01 and F02 7 Series

F01 730d: N57D30, 3.0 L, 258 hp and 560 Nm (2008–2017). See every N57D30 in stock.

The F01 730d uses the N57D30A, a 3.0 L inline-6 rated at 245 hp and 540 Nm, built 2008–2013. See every N57D30A in stock.

F01 740d: N57D30T, 3.0 L, 313 hp and 630 Nm (2009–2018). See every N57D30T in stock.

The F01 740d uses the N57D30C, a 3.0 L inline-6 rated at 313 hp and 630 Nm, built 2010–2018. See every N57D30C in stock.

The F01 750d uses the N57D30S, a 3.0 L inline-6 rated at 381 hp and 740 Nm, built 2012–2018. See every N57D30S in stock.

BMW launched the N57 in 2008 with common-rail injection and a rear timing chain.

On the N57, our workshop watches for swirl flaps, egr cooler and diesel particulate filter. Check the EGR recall and the swirl flaps when buying.

Read our full N57 guide

We have 10 N57 engines that suit the BMW F01 and F02 7 Series, from 1.999,00 €.

Will it fit? BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engine questions

Will the N57D30 fit my BMW F01 730d?

The N57D30 is the original engine for the BMW F01 730d, which makes it the straightforward choice. The fifth 7 Series was built 2008–2015, and the N57D30 was produced 2008–2017, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F01 730d?

We have 10 N57D30 engines from F01 donor cars, priced from 1.999,00 € to 7.578,00 €. Delivery to your door is included, and the engine carries a 12-month warranty when fitted by a qualified workshop. Add fitting labour and the parts you replace at the same time — seals, cooling parts and mounts — to estimate the total.

Will the N63B44 fit my BMW F01 750i?

For the BMW F01 750i, the N63B44 is the factory engine and the one to order. The fifth 7 Series was built 2008–2015, and the N63B44 was produced 2008–2013, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F01 750i?

We have 7 N63B44 engines from F01 donor cars, priced from 3.224,00 € to 7.034,00 €. Delivery to your door is included, and the engine carries a 12-month warranty when fitted by a qualified workshop. Add fitting labour and the parts you replace at the same time — seals, cooling parts and mounts — to estimate the total.

Will the N57D30T fit my BMW F01 740d?

For the BMW F01 740d, the N57D30T is the factory engine and the one to order. The fifth 7 Series was built 2008–2015, and the N57D30T was produced 2009–2018, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F01 740d?

We have 1 N57D30T engine from F01 donor cars, priced from 5.972,00 €. Delivery to your door is included, and the engine carries a 12-month warranty when fitted by a qualified workshop. Add fitting labour and the parts you replace at the same time — seals, cooling parts and mounts — to estimate the total.

Will the N74B60 fit my BMW F01 760i?

For the BMW F01 760i, the N74B60 is the factory engine and the one to order. The fifth 7 Series was built 2008–2015, and the N74B60 was produced 2009–2022, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F01 760i?

We do not have an N74B60 on the shelf for the F01 760i at the moment. Units arrive regularly; send us your VIN and we will tell you when the next one is ready and what it will cost, including delivery.

Will the N57D30C fit my BMW F01 740d?

Yes, the BMW F01 740d left the factory with the N57D30C, so an N57D30C from another car is the direct replacement. The fifth 7 Series was built 2008–2015, and the N57D30C was produced 2010–2018, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F01 740d?

We have 3 N57D30C engines from F01 donor cars, priced from 2.729,00 € to 5.605,00 €. Delivery to your door is included, and the engine carries a 12-month warranty when fitted by a qualified workshop. Add fitting labour and the parts you replace at the same time — seals, cooling parts and mounts — to estimate the total.

Will the N63B44O1 fit my BMW F01 750i?

Yes, the BMW F01 750i left the factory with the N63B44O1, so an N63B44O1 from another car is the direct replacement. The fifth 7 Series was built 2008–2015, and the N63B44O1 was produced 2012–2018, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F01 750i?

We have 3 N63B44O1 engines from F01 donor cars, priced from 3.224,00 € to 5.119,00 €. Delivery to your door is included, and the engine carries a 12-month warranty when fitted by a qualified workshop. Add fitting labour and the parts you replace at the same time — seals, cooling parts and mounts — to estimate the total.

Engine swap questions for the BMW F01 and F02 7 Series

Owners often ask whether a more powerful engine from another BMW F01 and F02 7 Series model can be fitted. These answers show what each upgrade involves.

Can I fit the N63B44O1 from the F01 750i into an F01 730d?

It is a full conversion: the N63B44O1 runs on petrol and the N57D30A on diesel, so the fuel system, wiring, ECU, instrument coding and usually the gearbox change too. The gain is 205 hp and 110 Nm. In Germany and most of Europe a swap must be inspected and registered; check with your testing station first.

Can I fit the N74B60 from the F01 760i into an F01 730d?

It is a full conversion: the N74B60 runs on petrol and the N57D30A on diesel, so the fuel system, wiring, ECU, instrument coding and usually the gearbox change too. The gain is 365 hp and 260 Nm. In Germany and most of Europe a swap must be inspected and registered; check with your testing station first.

Can I fit the N74B60 from the F01 760i into an F01 750i?

It is a conversion rather than a replacement. The N74B60 is a V12 and the N63B44O1 a V8, so mounts, sump, cooling, exhaust, wiring and ECU all change. The gain is 160 hp and 150 Nm. In Germany and most of Europe a swap must be inspected and registered; check with your testing station first.

Can I fit the N63B44O1 from the F01 750i into an F01 740d?

It is a full conversion: the N63B44O1 runs on petrol and the N57D30C on diesel, so the fuel system, wiring, ECU, instrument coding and usually the gearbox change too. The gain is 137 hp and 20 Nm. In Germany and most of Europe a swap must be inspected and registered; check with your testing station first.

Can I fit the N74B60 from the F01 760i into an F01 740d?

It is a full conversion: the N74B60 runs on petrol and the N57D30C on diesel, so the fuel system, wiring, ECU, instrument coding and usually the gearbox change too. The gain is 297 hp and 170 Nm. In Germany and most of Europe a swap must be inspected and registered; check with your testing station first.

Can I fit the N63B44O1 from the F01 750i into an F01 750d?

It is a full conversion: the N63B44O1 runs on petrol and the N57D30S on diesel, so the fuel system, wiring, ECU, instrument coding and usually the gearbox change too. The gain is 69 hp and 0 Nm. In Germany and most of Europe a swap must be inspected and registered; check with your testing station first.

Can I fit the N74B60 from the F01 760i into an F01 750d?

It is a full conversion: the N74B60 runs on petrol and the N57D30S on diesel, so the fuel system, wiring, ECU, instrument coding and usually the gearbox change too. The gain is 229 hp and 60 Nm. In Germany and most of Europe a swap must be inspected and registered; check with your testing station first.

Fitment and swap notes for the BMW F01 and F02 7 Series

• The 740i moved from the N54 to the N55.
• The 760i uses the N74.

Engines from the same family usually share mounts and gearbox bolt patterns, but wiring, ECU, sump and cooling differ between versions. Moving to a different family is a conversion, not a replacement.

N57: Remaps add around 50 hp. The N57 is popular for conversions.

N63: Remaps add 100 hp or more on TU engines. Heat management is the limit, so upgraded cooling is part of any serious build.

N73 and N74: Remaps add power to the N74; most owners keep the engine standard.

Known problems by engine in the BMW F01 and F02 7 Series

N57

• Swirl flaps. Check the intake.
• EGR cooler. Check the recall status.
• Diesel particulate filter. Read the soot load.
• Timing chain. Listen for a rattle on a cold start.
• Injectors. Read injector correction values.

N63

• Oil consumption from valve stem seals. Ask for oil consumption figures and check whether the seals have been replaced.
• Piezo injectors (early N63). Read misfire counters and check injector revisions.
• Timing chain stretch. Read the camshaft timing values and listen at cold start.
• Turbo coolant and oil lines. Look for coolant loss and oil smoke.
• Crankcase ventilation. Check for smoke and oil in the intake.
• Battery drain. Check that the cooling pump after-run works.

N73 and N74

• Ignition coils and spark plugs. Read misfire counters.
• Injectors. Read injector corrections.
• Coolant leaks. Pressure-test the system.
• Turbo oil lines (N74). Look for oil smoke.

How to identify the right engine for your BMW F01 and F02 7 Series

Start with the VIN. The last seven characters identify your car in BMW's systems, and from them we can confirm the engine code, the production date, the gearbox and whether the car has xDrive. That is the only reliable way to order.

Next, check the stamp on the block. On most BMW four- and six-cylinder engines it sits on the left side of the block below the intake; on V engines it is usually at the back near the gearbox. The stamp shows the engine code and serial number.

Finally, compare the ancillaries. Two engines with the same code can carry different turbos, injectors, manifolds or sensors depending on the model and market. Our listings show what is fitted to each unit.

BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engine prices

Our BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engine stock runs to 41 units, priced from 1.999,00 € to 12.215,00 € with a median of 8.374,00 €.

Prices depend on the exact version, the donor's mileage, how complete the engine is and the demand for that code. Higher-output versions, low mileage and dressed engines with turbo, injectors and ancillaries cost more; long blocks and higher mileage cost less.

BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engine prices by model year

Engines from 2010–2014 have a median of 4.401,00 €, while units from 2020–2024 sit at 11.311,00 €. Newer engines usually cost more because they come from younger donor cars with lower mileage and later updates.

BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engine prices by mileage

Mileage matters less than history on a well-maintained BMW engine, but it is a useful guide. A low-mileage unit from a younger car gives you more life for a modest premium.

BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engines in stock now

These BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engine units are in our Hamburg yard right now. Each listing shows real photographs of the engine you receive, its mileage and what is fitted.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2022, 50,400 km11.311,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2019, 59,800 km10.000,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2021, 153,400 km11.608,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2018, 64,100 km11.997,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 102,600 km11.500,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2016, 138,100 km12.088,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2017, 33,000 km10.978,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2017, 18,300 km8.893,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2017, 35,900 km9.168,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 96,600 km10.172,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2019, 102,500 km8.833,00 €BMW F01 730d N57D30A Engine 20102.838,00 €

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2022, 50,400 km — 11.311,00 €, reduced from 12.100,00 €. It comes from a 2022 donor car with 50,400 km, and 13 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2019, 59,800 km — 10.000,00 €, reduced from 11.200,00 €. It comes from a 2019 donor car with 59,800 km, and 18 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2021, 153,400 km — 11.608,00 €, reduced from 12.800,00 €. It comes from a 2021 donor car with 153,400 km, and 30 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2018, 64,100 km — 11.997,00 €, reduced from 13.000,00 €. It comes from a 2018 donor car with 64,100 km, and 5 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 102,600 km — 11.500,00 €, reduced from 12.750,00 €. It comes from a 2020 donor car with 102,600 km, and 21 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2016, 138,100 km — 12.088,00 €, reduced from 13.250,00 €. It comes from a 2016 donor car with 138,100 km, and 13 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2017, 33,000 km — 10.978,00 €, reduced from 11.850,00 €. It comes from a 2017 donor car with 33,000 km, and 26 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2017, 18,300 km — 8.893,00 €, reduced from 10.100,00 €. It comes from a 2017 donor car with 18,300 km, and 22 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2017, 35,900 km — 9.168,00 €, reduced from 10.100,00 €. It comes from a 2017 donor car with 35,900 km, and 13 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 96,600 km — 10.172,00 €, reduced from 10.800,00 €. It comes from a 2020 donor car with 96,600 km, and 7 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2019, 102,500 km — 8.833,00 €, reduced from 10.100,00 €. It comes from a 2019 donor car with 102,500 km, and 27 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F01 730d N57D30A Engine 2010 — 2.838,00 €, reduced from 3.500,00 €. It comes from a 2010 donor car, and 7 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

Buying checklist for a BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engine

1. Confirm the exact engine code. Read the code stamped on the block and compare it with the code for your car. Send us the last seven characters of the VIN and we confirm the match before anything is paid.
2. Ask how the donor car was damaged. Most good used engines come from cars with body damage. A front-end impact can crack sensors, the timing cover or the sump; a rear or side impact usually leaves the engine untouched. The yard records the damage on each unit.
3. Compression or leak-down figures. Even compression across all cylinders tells you more than mileage. Ask for the figures, not just a pass or fail, and compare the highest and lowest readings: a spread above 10 to 15 percent deserves a question.
4. Look at the oil and coolant. Clean oil without metal particles and coolant without oil are good signs. Milky oil, oily coolant or a burnt smell mean the engine needs further checks before it is fitted.
5. Photographs from every side. Good suppliers photograph the actual engine you will receive. Look for the block stamp, the sump, the timing cover and any broken brackets or connectors in the pictures.
6. List of what is fitted. Engines are sold with different ancillaries: some have the turbo, injectors, manifolds, alternator and starter, others are long blocks. Agree the list in writing so you know which parts must come from your old engine.
7. Sump, oil pickup and drive variants. Rear-drive, xDrive and front-drive cars can use different sumps, oil pickups and engine mounts even with the same engine code. Check that the sump matches your subframe and front axle.
8. Gearbox and flywheel match. Manual and automatic engines differ at the flywheel or flexplate, and sometimes at the crankshaft spigot. Make sure the engine you buy matches your gearbox or that you transfer the right parts.
9. Warranty terms in writing. Read what the warranty covers, how long it runs and what fitting conditions apply. Most warranties require a qualified workshop, new fluids and filters, and replacement of the cooling parts that caused the original failure.
10. Why your old engine failed. Before fitting a replacement, find out why the original failed. An overheating radiator, a blocked intercooler or a failed turbo can destroy a second engine if they are not fixed.
11. Turbocharger shaft play and oil. Rotate the compressor wheel by hand. A small amount of side play is normal; in-and-out play or wheel contact with the housing is not. Oil pooled in the intake or intercooler pipes points to worn seals.
12. Injector correction values. On a diesel that can be run before removal, the injector correction values show whether one injector is delivering more or less fuel than the others. Large deviations mean an injector is on its way out.
13. Particulate filter and EGR history. Short-trip diesels clog their DPF and EGR systems. The engine may be fine, but ask whether the donor car had DPF warnings, and plan to clean or check your own filter before fitting.
14. Swirl flaps. Check whether the swirl flaps are in place, blanked or removed. Broken swirl flaps are a known cause of engine failure on several BMW diesels, so many owners fit blanking plates when the intake is off.
15. Timing chain noise. Listen for a rattle at the front of the engine for the first seconds after a cold start. On an engine that cannot be run, look at the chain guides through the oil filler or with the valve cover off.
16. Gearbox-end timing chain. On this engine the timing chain sits at the gearbox end, so replacing it normally means removing the engine. If the chain has not been replaced, the time to do it is before the engine goes into your car.
17. VANOS operation. Rough idle, a rattle from the front of the head and a loss of torque at low revs point to VANOS seals or solenoids. These are serviceable parts and are easier to renew with the engine out.
18. Double VANOS units and solenoids. Ask for the adaptation values or fault history if the engine was running. Solenoids are inexpensive and are often replaced as a matter of course on a used engine.
19. Injectors and high-pressure fuel pump. Direct-injection engines rely on high-pressure pumps and precise injectors. Ask whether the injectors are original or updated and whether there were fuel pressure faults.
20. Both cylinder banks. On a V engine, check compression, plugs and coils on both banks. Faults on one bank alone are common and easy to miss on a quick test.
21. Both cylinder banks and both ECUs. V12 engines often use separate management for each bank. Read faults from both and compare compression across all twelve cylinders.

Fitting an engine to your BMW F01 and F02 7 Series

1. Compare the engines side by side. Put the replacement next to the old engine and compare sensors, brackets, connectors, the sump, the starter and the flywheel or flexplate. Note anything that must be transferred.
2. Transfer the parts that differ. Move the parts that are specific to your car, such as the engine harness on some models, the sump on xDrive cars or the air conditioning compressor bracket. Use new seals and gaskets for everything you move.
3. Replace the rear main seal and drive parts. With the engine out, the rear crankshaft seal is easy to reach. Fit a new one, inspect the flywheel and clutch on manual cars or the converter seal on automatics.
4. Renew the cooling system. Most engine failures start with cooling. Fit a new water pump, thermostat and hoses, check the radiator and fan, and use the correct coolant.
5. Fit new engine mounts. Old mounts transfer vibration and can let the engine move enough to damage hoses. They are cheap and easy to replace with the engine out.
6. Inspect or replace the timing chain parts. Look at the guides and tensioner. On high-mileage engines, replacing them now costs far less than doing it later.
7. Replace the rear timing chain if in doubt. On engines with the chain at the gearbox end, chain work needs the engine out. If the history is unknown, replace the chain, guides and tensioner before fitting.
8. Prepare the turbo. Fit new oil feed and return seals, clean the intercooler and pipes of any oil or debris from the old engine, and prime the turbo with oil before starting.
9. Code the injectors and bleed the fuel. Enter the injector correction codes into the ECU, check the glow plugs and bleed the fuel system so the engine does not crank dry.
10. Check the particulate filter. If the old engine failed with oil or coolant entering the exhaust, the DPF may be contaminated. Check its back-pressure before relying on it.
11. Clean the intake. If the old engine failed internally, debris can be in the intake or intercooler. Clean them so nothing reaches the new engine.
12. Fill with the right oil and prime it. Fill with new oil of the correct specification and a new filter. Crank with the fuel and ignition disabled until oil pressure builds.
13. Coding and adaptations. On modern BMWs, the engine ECU must be matched to the car's immobiliser (CAS, FEM or BDC). Reset adaptations, register the battery and clear faults with diagnostic software.
14. Reset VANOS adaptations. Clear the VANOS adaptations so the ECU learns the camshaft positions of the new engine.
15. First start and leak check. Start the engine, let it idle and watch oil pressure, temperature and fault codes. Check for leaks and bleed the cooling system.
16. First 1,000 km. Drive gently for the first few hundred kilometres, vary the engine speed and avoid full load. Change the oil and filter after about 1,000 km to remove any assembly debris.

Diagnosing engine trouble in a BMW F01 and F02 7 Series

If your current engine is showing one of these symptoms, this table helps you judge whether it can be repaired or whether a replacement engine is the better route.

Knocking from the bottom of the engine. A deep knock that rises with engine speed usually means worn rod or main bearings. Stop driving: bearing failure ends with a broken connecting rod. A used engine is normally the most economical fix once the bottom end is damaged.

Overheating or losing coolant. Coolant loss without visible leaks points to a head gasket or a cracked head; visible leaks point to the water pump, hoses, thermostat housing or expansion tank. Overheating should be fixed before it warps the head.

White smoke that smells sweet. Coolant burning in the cylinders, from a head gasket, a cracked head or, on diesels, a leaking EGR cooler. Check the coolant level and look for oil in the coolant.

Blue smoke. Oil burning in the cylinders. A puff on start-up points to valve stem seals; constant smoke under load points to piston rings or, on turbo engines, turbo seals.

Rough idle or misfire. Ignition coils, spark plugs, injectors and vacuum leaks are the usual causes. A misfire on one cylinder that moves when you swap coils is a coil; one that stays is a plug, injector or compression problem.

Loss of power. Start with the simple things: air filter, boost leaks on turbo engines, fuel pressure and fault codes. A gradual loss with poor compression on a test points to internal wear.

Rattle for a few seconds after a cold start. The classic sign of a weak timing chain tensioner or stretched chain. It must be checked quickly: a chain that jumps a tooth can bend valves.

Rattle or whine from the gearbox end. On engines with the timing chain at the rear, a rattle or whine from the back of the engine is the warning sign of chain stretch or guide wear.

Whistle, loss of boost or limp mode. A split charge pipe, a sticking wastegate or worn turbo bearings. Check the pipes first, then the turbo shaft for play.

Black smoke under acceleration. Too much fuel for the air available: boost leaks, a sticking EGR valve, a dirty air mass meter or a leaking injector.

Hard starting when cold. Glow plugs or the glow plug control unit. On older diesels, also check the injection pump and fuel lines for air leaks.

Particulate filter warning. Short trips stop the DPF from regenerating. A long motorway run often clears it; a filter that keeps blocking may be covering an injector, EGR or turbo problem.

Sudden metallic noise followed by misfire. On diesels with swirl flaps, a broken flap or screw can enter a cylinder. Stop the engine immediately; continued running usually destroys the piston and head.

Poor low-down torque and uneven idle. VANOS seals or solenoids. The engine may run well at high revs but feel flat and lumpy at low speed.

Long cranking before the engine starts. On direct-injection engines, a weak high-pressure fuel pump or leaking injector lets pressure drop when the engine is off.

Repair or replace the engine in your BMW F01 and F02 7 Series?

As a rule, bolt-on faults are worth repairing and internal damage is not. Seals, sensors, coils, injectors, pumps and turbos can be replaced in the car. Once the bearings, crankshaft, bores or head of an engine are damaged, a used engine is usually cheaper and quicker than a rebuild.

Timing chain work on the engine needs the engine removed. When the chain has failed and damaged valves or pistons, a replacement engine with a sound chain is often the same price as the repair.

Ask your workshop for a written diagnosis before deciding. A compression test, an oil analysis and a borescope inspection take an hour or two and remove most of the guesswork.

Delivery, warranty and payment

Before a BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engine leaves our Hamburg yard it is drained of oil and coolant, every opening is sealed, and it is strapped to a pallet and wrapped. We send photographs of the packed unit and the tracking details.

Delivery is door to door and included in the price. Most European addresses receive the engine within five to ten working days; Germany and its neighbours are usually faster.

A 12-month warranty covers eligible internal failure when the engine is fitted by a qualified workshop with new fluids and filters. You can pay by card, bank transfer or crypto and receive the invoice by email straight away.

We deliver BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engines from Hamburg to customers across Europe and beyond. Typical door-to-door times and customs status:

Times are typical for pallet delivery after dispatch and can vary with holidays and remote addresses. Business buyers in the EU with a valid VAT number can order without German VAT.

Questions about BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engines

Will the N57D30A engine fit my BMW F01 730d?

Yes, if your BMW F01 730d was built with the N57D30A. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 190 kW (258 HP) in the F01 730d from about 2010 to 2017.

In our records the N57D30A is the engine for the F01 730d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your F01 has a manual or an automatic gearbox. The flywheel or the flex plate and some sensors depend on it.

Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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How much is a replacement N57D30A engine for a BMW F01 730d?

A used N57D30A for the BMW F01 730d costs from about 2.650 € to 4.200 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N57D30A you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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Will the N57D30S engine fit my BMW F01 750d?

Yes, if your BMW F01 750d was built with the N57D30S. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 280 kW (381 HP) in the F01 750d from about 2012 to 2018.

In our records the N57D30S is the engine for the F01 750d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your F01 has a manual or an automatic gearbox. The flywheel or the flex plate and some sensors depend on it.

Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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How much is a replacement N57D30S engine for a BMW F01 750d?

A used N57D30S for the BMW F01 750d costs from about 4.500 € to 6.950 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N57D30S you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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Will the N74B66 engine fit my BMW F01 760Li?

Yes, if your BMW F01 760Li was built with the N74B66. BMW used this 6.6 liter (6,592 cc) petrol engine with 448 kW (610 HP) in the F01 760Li from about 2009 to 2022.

In our records the N74B66 is the engine for the F01 760Li, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your F01 has a manual or an automatic gearbox. The flywheel or the flex plate and some sensors depend on it.

Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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How much is a replacement N74B66 engine for a BMW F01 760Li?

A used N74B66 for the BMW F01 760Li costs from about 8.050 € to 12.200 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N74B66 you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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Will the N74B66 engine fit my BMW F02 760Li?

Yes, if your BMW F02 760Li was built with the N74B66. BMW used this 6.6 liter (6,592 cc) petrol engine with 448 kW (610 HP) in the F02 760Li from about 2009 to 2022.

In our records the N74B66 is the engine for the F02 760Li, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your F02 has a manual or an automatic gearbox. The flywheel or the flex plate and some sensors depend on it.

Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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How much is a replacement N74B66 engine for a BMW F02 760Li?

A used N74B66 for the BMW F02 760Li costs from about 8.050 € to 12.200 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N74B66 you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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Questions about the engines in the BMW F01 and F02 7 Series

How much is a replacement N63B44 engine for a BMW G30 550i?

A used N63B44 for the BMW G30 550i costs from about 3.850 € to 5.950 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N63B44 you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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What comes with a used N57D30S engine?

Each N57D30S is sold as described on its own listing. The yard writes down the parts that are fitted to that unit, such as the turbo, the injectors, the manifolds or the alternator, so you know what arrives.

Some units are long engines with few ancillaries, others are more complete. If you need a part that is not listed, ask the desk. We often have the matching items in the yard.

Every engine is drained, sealed at each opening, strapped to a heat-treated pallet and shrink-wrapped, then photographed before it leaves the yard.

On delivery, the carrier brings the pallet to the kerb or a loading bay. Please have a forklift, a pallet truck or an engine crane ready.

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How do I know a used N74B66 engine is in good shape?

The photos on each listing show the actual engine, not a stock picture. The yard checks the code, records what is bolted on, and seals the openings before the engine is offered. An inspection certificate for the unit can travel with the order when you ask for it.

When you look at a listing, check the recorded mileage, the year and the photos of the ports and the stamp. Ask for photos of anything you want to see closer. If you want more photos or a short video of a unit, ask the desk and we send them before you pay.

On a petrol engine like the N74B66, a careful fitter will also look at the spark plugs, the coils and the timing side before the engine goes in.

If the engine fails inside under normal use, the warranty covers you. Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop.

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Are there other versions of the BMW N74B66?

In our yard the N74B66 is the only listed version of the N74 family. It makes 448 kW (610 HP) and 800 Nm, and was built from 2009 to 2022.

Engines in one family share a basic block, but the turbo, the injection, the sensors and the engine computer can differ. A higher power version often has different pistons, a bigger turbo or a different fuel system.

This is why we ask for the exact code. Fitting a different version can work, but the wiring, the software and sometimes the gearbox must be changed to match.

Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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What is the difference between the N57D30B and other N57 engines?

The N57D30B makes 230 kW (313 HP) and 630 Nm. The other N57 engines are: N57D30A with 190 kW (258 HP) and 560 Nm (2010 to 2017); N57D30S with 280 kW (381 HP) and 740 Nm (2012 to 2018).

Engines in one family share a basic block, but the turbo, the injection, the sensors and the engine computer can differ. A higher power version often has different pistons, a bigger turbo or a different fuel system.

This is why we ask for the exact code. Fitting a different version can work, but the wiring, the software and sometimes the gearbox must be changed to match.

Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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How long does delivery of an N74B66 engine take?

Orders confirmed before 14:00 CET on a working day leave Hamburg the same day. Later and weekend orders leave the next working day. Delivery to the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, Luxembourg and Denmark takes 1 to 3 working days.

Spain, Italy, Portugal, Poland, Czechia, Austria, Ireland, the Nordics and the Baltics take 2 to 5 working days. Greek and Spanish islands, Malta, Cyprus and remote areas take 4 to 8 working days. The UK and other countries outside the EU are quoted one by one.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Every engine is drained, sealed at each opening, strapped to a heat-treated pallet and shrink-wrapped, then photographed before it leaves the yard.

You get a tracking number when the pallet is collected. Check the wrapping before you sign, and note any damage on the paperwork.

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Will the N57D30B engine fit my BMW F11 535d?

Yes, if your BMW F11 535d was built with the N57D30B. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 230 kW (313 HP) in the F11 535d from about 2011 to 2018.

In our records the N57D30B is the engine for the F11 535d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your F11 has a manual or an automatic gearbox. The flywheel or the flex plate and some sensors depend on it.

Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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Will the N57D30A engine fit my BMW F15 X5 xDrive30d?

Yes, if your BMW F15 X5 xDrive30d was built with the N57D30A. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 190 kW (258 HP) in the F15 X5 xDrive30d from about 2010 to 2017.

In our records the N57D30A is the engine for the F15 X5 xDrive30d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Your car has all-wheel drive or is an X model, so the sump, the oil pickup and some brackets can differ from the rear-drive cars. Tell us the full model so we send the right set-up.

Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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Does a used N63B44 engine come with a warranty?

Yes. Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop.

The warranty does not cover damage from wrong fitting, overheating, low oil, wrong fluids or fuel, engines that were opened or modified without our approval, or labour and towing costs.

To claim, send us your order number, a short description of the problem, photos or a video, and a mechanic's report if we ask for one. If the claim is approved, we repair, replace or refund the engine.

Keep the receipts for the fitting, the oil and the filters. They make any claim quick and simple.

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Does a used N57D30S engine come with a warranty?

Yes. Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop.

The warranty does not cover damage from wrong fitting, overheating, low oil, wrong fluids or fuel, engines that were opened or modified without our approval, or labour and towing costs.

To claim, send us your order number, a short description of the problem, photos or a video, and a mechanic's report if we ask for one. If the claim is approved, we repair, replace or refund the engine.

Keep the receipts for the fitting, the oil and the filters. They make any claim quick and simple.

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What is in the N57 Defender complete conversion kit?

The N57 Defender complete conversion kit includes: Defender 90 engine mounts for a N57D30; Bellhousing adapter, clutch and flywheel; Custom engine loom and sensor patch; Cooling hoses, intercooler pipes and downpipe; Power-steering and fuel-line kit; Step-by-step fitting guide.

It is made for the Defender 90, Defender 110 and Defender 130 (2007–2016), and replaces the Td5, 300Tdi and 2.2 TDCi. Gearbox set-ups we support are the ZF 8HP70 and R380.

This kit costs about 2.620 € to 3.630 €, depending on the exact listing. The engine is not included, so you can use your own N57D30 or buy one from our yard.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. If you are not sure which kit you need, tell us your vehicle, its year and its current engine and gearbox. We help for free.

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Is the BMW N57D30B a diesel or petrol engine?

The N57D30B is a diesel engine. It is a 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) inline 6, DOHC, 24 valve unit with twin turbochargers, and it was built to the Euro 6 emission standard.

The emission standard matters for registration and for low-emission zones in many cities. When you replace an engine with the same code, the car keeps the same paperwork and the same emission class.

Diesel versions need the matching exhaust treatment parts on the car to stay legal and to keep the engine computer happy. Reuse the parts from your car if they are in good condition.

If you are not sure which version you need, send us your VIN. We tell you the right code for free.

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Will the N57D30B engine fit my BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d?

Yes, if your BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d was built with the N57D30B. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 230 kW (313 HP) in the F15 X5 xDrive35d from about 2011 to 2018.

In our records the N57D30B is the engine for the F15 X5 xDrive35d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Your car has all-wheel drive or is an X model, so the sump, the oil pickup and some brackets can differ from the rear-drive cars. Tell us the full model so we send the right set-up.

Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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How much is a replacement N57D30S engine for a BMW F10 M550d?

A used N57D30S for the BMW F10 M550d costs from about 4.500 € to 6.950 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N57D30S you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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What comes with a used N57D30A engine?

Each N57D30A is sold as described on its own listing. The yard writes down the parts that are fitted to that unit, such as the turbo, the injectors, the manifolds or the alternator, so you know what arrives.

Some units are long engines with few ancillaries, others are more complete. If you need a part that is not listed, ask the desk. We often have the matching items in the yard.

Every engine is drained, sealed at each opening, strapped to a heat-treated pallet and shrink-wrapped, then photographed before it leaves the yard.

On delivery, the carrier brings the pallet to the kerb or a loading bay. Please have a forklift, a pallet truck or an engine crane ready.

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How much is a replacement N57D30A engine for a BMW F11 530d?

A used N57D30A for the BMW F11 530d costs from about 2.650 € to 4.200 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N57D30A you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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How much is a replacement N63B44 engine for a BMW G12 750i?

A used N63B44 for the BMW G12 750i costs from about 3.850 € to 5.950 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N63B44 you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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How much is a replacement N63B44T3 engine for a BMW G11 750i?

A used N63B44T3 for the BMW G11 750i costs from about 5.000 € to 7.700 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N63B44T3 you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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How much is a replacement N57D30S engine for a BMW F15 X5 M50d?

A used N57D30S for the BMW F15 X5 M50d costs from about 4.500 € to 6.950 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N57D30S you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.

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Glossary

• VANOS — BMW's variable camshaft timing system. It adjusts the intake camshaft (single VANOS) or both camshafts (double VANOS) to improve torque and emissions.
• Direct injection — Fuel is injected directly into the cylinder instead of the intake port. It improves efficiency but can cause carbon build-up on the intake valves.
• Piezo injector — A fast-acting injector that uses a piezoelectric crystal. It allows precise fuel delivery but is sensitive to fuel quality.
• Wastegate — A valve that lets exhaust gas bypass the turbine to control boost pressure. Worn wastegates rattle and can cause boost faults.
• DPF — Diesel particulate filter. It traps soot and burns it off during regeneration, which needs longer journeys.
• EGR — Exhaust gas recirculation. It feeds some exhaust back into the intake to reduce NOx emissions but builds up soot.
• Swirl flaps — Flaps in the intake manifold that create swirl at low revs. On some BMW diesels they can break and enter the engine.
• Common rail — A diesel injection system with a high-pressure fuel rail feeding all injectors. It allows precise, multiple injections per cycle.
• Long block — An engine with the block, head and internals but without most ancillaries such as manifolds, turbo, alternator or starter.
• Dressed engine — An engine with most ancillaries fitted, ready to install with fewer parts transferred.
• Compression test — A measurement of the pressure each cylinder builds when cranked. Even readings show healthy rings and valves.
• Leak-down test — A test that pressurises each cylinder and measures how much air escapes, showing where any leak is.
• LCI — Life Cycle Impulse, BMW's name for a mid-life update. Engines often change at the LCI.
• xDrive — BMW's all-wheel-drive system. xDrive cars often use a different sump and oil pickup.
• DME — Digital Motor Electronics, BMW's name for the engine control unit.
• CAS, FEM and BDC — The immobiliser and body modules that must be matched to the engine control unit on modern BMWs.
• Timing chain tensioner — A hydraulic or spring device that keeps the timing chain tight. Worn tensioners cause cold-start rattle.
• Rear-mounted timing chain — A timing chain at the gearbox end of the engine. Replacing it normally requires removing the engine.
• TU — Technical Update, BMW's suffix for a revised version of an engine.

Our verdict

The BMW F01 and F02 7 Series offers a wide choice of engines, and the right replacement depends on your exact model, build date and gearbox. Confirm the code with your VIN, choose a unit with known history, replace the known weak parts while it is out, and the car will be back on the road for years.

See every BMW F01 and F02 7 Series engine in stock, or ask the Hamburg desk to check your VIN.

Model-by-model engine guides

• BMW 750i (F01) engine: which one, problems and replacement
• BMW 730d (F01) engine: which one, problems and replacement
• BMW 740d (F01) engine: which one, problems and replacement
• BMW 750d (F01) engine: which one, problems and replacement