BMW S54 3.2-litre Engine
Used & Reconditioned for Sale
S54B32, S54B32HP, 326S4.
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SUB: Fits E46 M3, Z3 M and more — verified fitment by registration, fixed prices, UK delivery. ALSO_KNOWN: Also known as: S54B32, S54B32HP, 326S4. SPEC FIELDS: 3.2 L · Petrol · 6 cylinders · 2000–2008 · Longitudinal FROM_PRICE: From £4,845 IMG_ALT: BMW S54 3.2-litre engine — complete unit with individual throttle bodies and dual VANOS
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Verified Fitment
Checked by registration
12-Month Warranty
On reconditioned units
UK Nationwide Delivery
2-4 working days
14-Day Returns
Uninstalled, full refund
Buy a S54 Engine for Your Vehicle
INTRO: We offer 1 application group for the BMW S54 3.2-litre naturally aspirated inline-six engine, configured and priced for its specific vehicle. Use the card below to find your exact fitment — E46 M3, Z3 M, or Z4 M.
S54 — M Performance (E46 M3 / Z3M / Z4M)
Fits E46 M3, Z3 M, Z4 M — 2001–2008
£4,845
Coming soonFull S54 Compatibility
INTRO: Every BMW model that uses the S54 engine is listed below in the compatibility matrix. Each row links to its specific unit page, where you can confirm fitment by registration. Cross-brand applications (Wiesmann) are pending verification and are not included until confirmed.
| Model | Chassis | Variants | Years | Config. | Unit page |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Series (M3) | E46 | M3 (coupe, convertible) | 2001–2006 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 3 Series (M3) | E46 | M3 CSL | 2003 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| Z3 | E36/7, E36/8 | Z3 M Roadster, Z3 M Coupe | 2001–2002 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| Z4 | E85, E86 | Z4 M Roadster, Z4 M Coupe | 2006–2008 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
Confirm your exact specification with the registration checker above.
S54 Engine Prices
INTRO: Used and reconditioned S54 engines are available for M Performance applications. Prices vary by condition — used units from breakers start around £4,845 for bare engines, while reconditioned units are recommended for high-value or track-use cars.
| Application | Used from | Reconditioned from |
|---|---|---|
| S54 — M Performance (E46 M3 / Z3M / Z4M) | £4,845 | £7,000 |
DISCLAIMER (verbatim): "Prices shown are current lowest listed prices and update as stock changes. The price on each listing is the price you pay — no hidden fees at checkout.
What You Get with a S54 Engine
What You Get with a S54 Engine
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Used or reconditioned?
For M Performance applications (E46 M3, Z3M, Z4M), used units are available from UK breakers and specialist dismantlers at £4,500–£8,500; reconditioned units are more commonly selected for high-value or track-use applications given the engine's high-strung nature and known failure points. BUYER_ISSUE_NOTE: The S54 is BMW M Division's high-revving 3.2-litre naturally aspirated straight-six, fitted to the E46 M3, Z3 M, and Z4 M. Replacement demand is driven by rod bearing wear — BMW issued a recall for overly tight bearing tolerances — and VANOS drive hub failures where the exhaust hub tabs can shear, risking catastrophic timing failure. Every prepared S54 unit has rod bearings inspected or renewed, VANOS components overhauled with updated hardware, and the timing chain and tensioners checked before dispatch.
S54 Engine Buying FAQs
Answers to common fitment, condition, warranty and delivery questions.
Check S54 Fitment for Your Vehicle
CTA_H2: Find Your S54 Engine — Buy Direct CTA_P: Enter your registration or choose your model from the card below. Confirm fitment by chassis code, then buy your S54 at the listed price. CTA_BUTTON: Check Fitment by Reg