BMW M57D25TU engine: specs, problems and prices

BMW built the M57D25TU from 2004 to 2007. It is a 2.5 L turbocharged diesel inline-6 with 177 hp and 400 Nm, part of the M57 family. You will find it in the BMW E60 525d and BMW E61 525d.

This guide is about the M57D25TU specifically: its specification, the cars that use it, how it differs from the other M57 versions, what to check, prices from our stock and fitment answers for each model. For the history of the whole family, read our M57 guide.

• Capacity and layout: 2.5 L, inline-6, turbocharged
• Output: 177 hp and 400 Nm
• Production: 2004–2007
• Fitted to: 2 models across 2 chassis generations
• In our stock: 168 units from 1.393,00 € — M57D25TU engines for sale

M57D25TU specifications

M57D25TU: 2.5 L, inline-6, diesel, turbocharged. Output is 177 hp with 400 Nm of torque, and production ran from 2004 to 2007. That is about 71 hp and 160 Nm per litre, a relaxed tune aimed at torque, durability and economy. Within the M57 family, the M57D30 (184 hp), M57D30OL (184 hp) and M57D30TU (218 hp) are more powerful, while the M57D25 (163 hp) is milder. It was fitted to the BMW E60 525d and BMW E61 525d.

What the code M57D25TU means

• M marks an M-series code, the naming BMW used for its engine families up to the early 2000s.
• 57 is the family number.
• D stands for diesel.
• 25 is the capacity in decilitres, so 2.5 litres.
• TU identifies the technical update.

Which BMW models use the M57D25TU

In the E60 fifth 5 Series (2003–2010), the M57D25TU powered the 525d. We have 84 M57D25TU units from E60 donor cars. All E60 engines

In the E61 fifth 5 Series Touring (2004–2010), the M57D25TU powered the 525d. We have 83 M57D25TU units from E61 donor cars. All E61 engines

M57D25TU compared with other M57 versions

M57D25TU or M57D30?

The M57D30 has 7 hp more than the M57D25TU (184 against 177 hp), from 3.0 L instead of 2.5 L, and was built 1998–2005. A different capacity means a different crankshaft, pistons or head, and different software. It can be fitted as an upgrade with the matching engine control unit and wiring, but it is a conversion rather than a straight replacement.

M57D25TU or M57D30OL?

The M57D30OL has 7 hp more than the M57D25TU (184 against 177 hp), from 3.0 L instead of 2.5 L, and was built 1998–2003. A different capacity means a different crankshaft, pistons or head, and different software. It can be fitted as an upgrade with the matching engine control unit and wiring, but it is a conversion rather than a straight replacement.

M57D25TU or M57D25?

The M57D25 has 14 hp less than the M57D25TU (163 against 177 hp), from the same 2.5 L, and was built 1998–2007. Versions of the same size share the block and most mounting points, but the turbo or intake, injectors, software and sometimes the sump differ. Fitting one in place of the other usually means transferring parts and coding the engine control unit, so the simplest choice is the code your car left the factory with.

Common M57D25TU problems

The M57D25TU shares its weak points with the rest of the M57 family. These are the faults to check on a used unit and on your own engine. The full explanation of each is in the M57 guide.

EGR valve and cooler. The EGR valve clogs and the cooler can leak.

M57D25TU maintenance

• 5W-30 BMW Longlife-04, about 6.5 to 7.5 litres.
• Oil every 10,000 to 15,000 km.
• Timing chain at the front.

Will the M57D25TU fit my car?

M57D25TU prices

Across 168 M57D25TU units in our stock today, prices start at 1.393,00 € and reach 2.594,00 €. The median — the price in the middle of the range — is 2.096,00 €.

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.

M57D25TU prices by model year

Engines from 2000–2004 have a median of 1.932,00 €, while units from 2005–2009 sit at 2.126,00 €. Newer engines usually cost more because they come from younger donor cars with lower mileage and later updates.

M57D25TU 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.

M57D25TU engines in stock

Here is a selection of M57D25TU engines currently on our shelves, photographed in the yard. Click any of them for the full photographs, mileage and specification.

BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2006, 145,600 km2.454,00 €BMW E61 525d M57D25TU Engine 2004, 76,300 km1.711,00 €BMW E61 525d M57D25TU Engine 2007, 161,600 km2.281,00 €BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2005, 54,400 km2.020,00 €BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2006, 77,100 km2.295,00 €BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2004, 135,600 km1.705,00 €BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2006, 64,800 km2.297,00 €BMW E61 525d M57D25TU Engine 2004, 121,000 km2.282,00 €BMW E61 525d M57D25TU Engine 2007, 121,000 km2.420,00 €BMW E61 525d M57D25TU Engine 2006, 18,500 km1.963,00 €BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2004, 53,200 km1.872,00 €BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2007, 125,300 km2.453,00 €

BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2006, 145,600 km — 2.454,00 €, reduced from 3.250,00 €. It comes from a 2006 donor car with 145,600 km, and 7 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW E61 525d M57D25TU Engine 2004, 76,300 km — 1.711,00 €, reduced from 2.900,00 €. It comes from a 2004 donor car with 76,300 km, and 11 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW E61 525d M57D25TU Engine 2007, 161,600 km — 2.281,00 €, reduced from 3.450,00 €. It comes from a 2007 donor car with 161,600 km, and 27 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2005, 54,400 km — 2.020,00 €, reduced from 2.650,00 €. It comes from a 2005 donor car with 54,400 km, and 18 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2006, 77,100 km — 2.295,00 €, reduced from 2.950,00 €. It comes from a 2006 donor car with 77,100 km, and 15 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2004, 135,600 km — 1.705,00 €, reduced from 2.450,00 €. It comes from a 2004 donor car with 135,600 km, and 9 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2006, 64,800 km — 2.297,00 €, reduced from 3.450,00 €. It comes from a 2006 donor car with 64,800 km, and 25 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW E61 525d M57D25TU Engine 2004, 121,000 km — 2.282,00 €, reduced from 3.250,00 €. It comes from a 2004 donor car with 121,000 km, and 21 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW E61 525d M57D25TU Engine 2007, 121,000 km — 2.420,00 €, reduced from 3.800,00 €. It comes from a 2007 donor car with 121,000 km, and 7 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW E61 525d M57D25TU Engine 2006, 18,500 km — 1.963,00 €, reduced from 3.200,00 €. It comes from a 2006 donor car with 18,500 km, and 21 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2004, 53,200 km — 1.872,00 €, reduced from 2.450,00 €. It comes from a 2004 donor car with 53,200 km, and 20 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW E60 525d M57D25TU Engine 2007, 125,300 km — 2.453,00 €, reduced from 3.500,00 €. It comes from a 2007 donor car with 125,300 km, and 15 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

Buying a used M57D25TU: checklist

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
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. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.

Questions about the M57D25TU

What should I replace when I fit a used M57D25TU engine?

A used engine lasts longest when it starts life in your car with fresh fluids and new seals. Fit a new oil filter and fresh oil of the grade BMW lists for this engine, and refill the coolant with the correct BMW antifreeze mix. Clean the intercooler and the intake pipes, and fill the turbo oil feed with clean oil before the first start, so the turbo never runs dry. Change the drive belt, the thermostat and the water pump seals if they look tired, because they are cheap while the engine is out.

Look at the engine mounts and the clutch or the torque converter while the engine is out. Old mounts can crack a new engine's brackets, and a worn clutch is much easier to change now.

Before the first start, turn the engine over without fuel until the oil pressure light goes out. Then let it idle, check for leaks, and drive gently for the first few hundred kilometres.

The warranty asks for fitting by a qualified mechanic and the correct oil, coolant and filters. Keep your receipts in case you ever need to make a claim.

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How much is a replacement M57D25TU engine for a BMW E61 525d?

A used M57D25TU for the BMW E61 525d costs from about 1.550 € to 2.600 € 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 M57D25TU 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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Does a used M57D25TU 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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Can you check if an M57D25TU fits my car with my VIN?

Yes, and it is free. Send the 17-character VIN of your car and, if you have it, the gearbox code. We check the engine family, the build year window and the parts your car needs.

For the M57D25TU, we confirm that your car was built with this code or with a version that can take it. BMW used it in the BMW E60 525d, BMW E61 525d and BMW E39 525d.

We only reserve an engine once the match is confirmed, so you never pay for the wrong unit. You can reach the Hamburg desk by email at autowerkeengines@gmail.com, or by phone and WhatsApp on +49 15510 030835, Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 16:00 CET.

You can also use the VIN check on our site. It reads the year, the make, the model and the engine from the public vehicle register.

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Will the M57D25TU engine fit my BMW E39 525d?

Yes, if your BMW E39 525d was built with the M57D25TU. BMW used this 2.5 liter (2,497 cc) diesel engine with 130 kW (177 HP) in the E39 525d from about 2000 to 2007.

In our records the M57D25TU is the engine for the E39 525d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your E39 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 M57D25TU engine fit my BMW E60 525d?

Yes, if your BMW E60 525d was built with the M57D25TU. BMW used this 2.5 liter (2,497 cc) diesel engine with 130 kW (177 HP) in the E60 525d from about 2000 to 2007.

In our records the M57D25TU is the engine for the E60 525d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your E60 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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Which cars use the BMW M57D25TU engine?

BMW fitted the M57D25TU to the BMW E60 525d, BMW E61 525d and BMW E39 525d. These cars were built with this engine from about 2000 to 2007.

The badge on the boot is not enough to be sure. The same model name can hide two different engines, for example after a facelift or a change in emission rules. Always read the engine code stamped on the block, or look it up with your VIN.

Other engines in the same M57 family are the M57D30TU2 (286 HP) and M57D30TU (218 HP). They look alike but differ in power, parts and electronics, so they are not always a direct swap.

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 M57D25TU engine for a BMW E60 525d?

A used M57D25TU for the BMW E60 525d costs from about 1.550 € to 2.600 € 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 M57D25TU 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 does a used BMW M57D25TU engine cost?

A used BMW M57D25TU engine in our yard usually costs between 1.550 € and 2.600 €. The exact price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Our units show recorded mileage from about 22,000 km up to around 200,000 km. Lower mileage and more ancillaries mean a higher price. Each listing shows its own price, and the price you see is the price you pay. Prices include VAT for private buyers.

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 order a gearbox or a second engine on the same order, the fee is still charged once.

Inside the EU there is no import duty. For the UK and other non-EU countries, import duty and local VAT are paid by the receiver, and we supply a commercial invoice.

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What is the difference between the M57D25TU and other M57 engines?

The M57D25TU makes 130 kW (177 HP) and 400 Nm. The other M57 engines are: M57D30TU2 with 210 kW (286 HP) and 580 Nm (2006 to 2012); M57D30TU with 160 kW (218 HP) and 500 Nm (2003 to 2010).

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 M57D25TU 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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How much is a replacement M57D25TU engine for a BMW E39 525d?

A used M57D25TU for the BMW E39 525d costs from about 1.550 € to 2.600 € 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 M57D25TU 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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Is the BMW M57D25TU a diesel or petrol engine?

The M57D25TU is a diesel engine. It is a 2.5 liter (2,497 cc) inline 6, DOHC, 24 valve unit with a variable-geometry turbocharger, and it was built to the Euro 4 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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How much power and torque does the BMW M57D25TU have?

From the factory the BMW M57D25TU makes 130 kW (177 HP) and 400 Nm of torque. It is a 2.5 liter (2,497 cc) inline 6, DOHC, 24 valve diesel engine with a variable-geometry turbocharger.

Because it is turbocharged, the torque comes in low in the rev range, which makes the car feel strong in everyday driving. A healthy turbo, a clean intercooler and tight boost pipes are key to getting the full figure.

A used engine reaches its factory numbers when it is fitted with the matching engine computer and software, and serviced with the right oil and filters. If the engine computer from your car is a different version, a specialist may need to code it.

Every M57D25TU on our site lists its year and mileage. Ask the desk for more pictures of any listing. We are happy to show the stamp, the ports and the ancillaries before you decide.

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What comes with a used M57D25TU engine?

Each M57D25TU 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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Will the M57D25TU engine fit my BMW E61 525d?

Yes, if your BMW E61 525d was built with the M57D25TU. BMW used this 2.5 liter (2,497 cc) diesel engine with 130 kW (177 HP) in the E61 525d from about 2000 to 2007.

In our records the M57D25TU is the engine for the E61 525d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your E61 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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What is the BMW M57D25TU engine?

The BMW M57D25TU is a 2.5 liter (2,497 cc) diesel engine from the M57 family. It has an inline 6, DOHC, 24 valve layout with a variable-geometry turbocharger, and makes 130 kW (177 HP) with 400 Nm of torque. BMW built it from 2000 to 2007 and it meets the Euro 4 emission standard.

You find the M57D25TU in the BMW E60 525d, BMW E61 525d and BMW E39 525d. What we list: BMW M57 2.5 and 3.0 turbo diesel engines across E39, E46, E60, E65, E70 and E83.

At Autowerke Engines every M57D25TU is a real used engine from our yard in Hamburg. Before a unit is listed, the yard checks the engine code against the listing, writes down the parts fitted to it, seals every opening and photographs the real engine you will receive. Each listing shows the year, the mileage and the price, so you can compare units side by side.

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 do I know a used M57D25TU 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. You can ask for extra photos, a close-up of the code stamp or a short video before you order.

On a diesel like the M57D25TU, a careful fitter will also look at the injectors, the turbo shaft play and the oil in the intake 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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Delivery, warranty and payment

Every M57D25TU we sell is drained, sealed at each opening, strapped to a heat-treated pallet and shrink-wrapped before it leaves Hamburg. You receive photographs of the packed engine and a tracking number.

Door-to-door delivery is included to the address you give at checkout. Typical delivery takes three to five working days within Germany and neighbouring countries and five to ten working days to the rest of Europe and the UK.

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.

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