How do I find a used engine for my car?

Submit a request on Car Part Cow with your vehicle's year, make, model, and the engine size or trim. We search the salvage and used parts network and follow up with sourcing options, pricing, and delivery details — so you don't have to call yards one by one.

What information do I need to order a used engine?

At minimum you need the year, make, model, and engine displacement or cylinder count (e.g. 5.3L V8, 2.5L 4-cylinder). Trim level, VIN, and mileage tolerance help narrow down compatible engines and improve match accuracy.

Can I get a used engine for any vehicle?

Yes. Car Part Cow sources used engines for domestic and foreign vehicles — Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevy, Dodge, BMW, Mercedes, Nissan, Jeep, and more. Submit a request regardless of make or model.

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Q: How much does a used engine cost?

Used engine prices vary widely by make, model, mileage, and condition. Common 4-cylinder engines typically range from $300–$900. V6 and V8 engines from $500–$2,000+. High-demand or performance engines cost more. Submit a request and we'll source competitive options.

Q: Do used engines come with a warranty?

Warranty terms depend on the specific yard or supplier. Many salvage yards offer a 30–90 day parts warranty. Ask about warranty terms when we present sourcing options after your request.

Stop calling salvage yards one by one. Submit one request with your vehicle details and we search the used and salvage parts network for a matching replacement engine. 4-cylinder, V6, V8, diesel, and performance — domestic or foreign.

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What We Source

Every type of used replacement engine

Tell us the displacement, cylinder count, or trim and we match it to compatible used inventory from the salvage network.

4-Cylinder Engines

Compact and mid-size replacements — Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Ford Focus, Chevy Cruze, Mazda, Subaru, and more. High availability keeps prices competitive.

V6 Engines

Trucks, SUVs, and sedans — Ford F-150 EcoBoost, Chevy Silverado, Toyota Tacoma, Dodge Charger, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, BMW 3-series, and more.

V8 and Performance Engines

LS-series, Hemi, Coyote, Vortec — full-size trucks, muscle cars, and performance builds. We source cores and low-mileage options from the salvage network.

How It Works

One form. We do the yard-hopping.

Sourcing a used engine normally means calling five to ten yards, quoting your VIN each time, and hoping one has low mileage. Car Part Cow handles that.

Submit the request

Year, make, model, engine size or cylinder count. Add trim level, acceptable mileage, and ZIP code to help us narrow the search.

We search the network

We contact suppliers and salvage yards in the used parts network and locate compatible options based on your fitment requirements.

You get sourcing options

We follow up with pricing, mileage, condition notes, and delivery timeline. You pick what works — no endless callbacks required.

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Common Questions

Used engine FAQ

What information do I need to find a replacement engine?

Year, make, model, and engine size (e.g. 5.3L V8 or 2.5L 4-cyl). Trim level and VIN help match compatible engines. The more detail you include in your request, the faster we can source the right fit.

How much does a used engine cost?

Prices vary by make, mileage, and demand. Common 4-cylinder engines typically run $300–$900. V6 and V8 engines from $500–$2,000+. High-demand or performance engines run higher. Submit a request and we'll source competitive options.

Do used engines come with a warranty?

Warranty terms depend on the supplier. Many salvage yards offer 30–90 day parts warranties. We'll include warranty details when we present sourcing options after your request.

Can you find engines for foreign and European vehicles?

Yes. We source for Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen, Subaru, Hyundai, Kia, and more — in addition to all domestic makes.

Is there a fee to submit a request?

No. Submitting a request is free. You only pay if you decide to move forward with a sourced engine.

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