Engine BMW S38B36 M5 E34 3.6 – Original, Completely Restored

If you are searching for a BMW S38B36 engine for sale, you already know this isn’t just any engine—it’s one of BMW’s most iconic powerplants. The BMW M5 E34 3.6L inline-six, known internally as the S38B36, represents the pinnacle of German engineering from the early 1990s. Famous for its high-revving performance, motorsport DNA, and bulletproof reliability when properly maintained, the S38 is a legend among collectors and enthusiasts. This listing offers a completely restored, original BMW S38B36 engine—a rare opportunity to bring your M5 E34 back to its authentic factory glory.

Technical Specifications

• Engine Code: BMW S38B36

• Displacement: 3.6L (3,535 cc) inline-six

• Power Output (Factory): 315 hp (232 kW) @ 6,900 rpm

• Torque: 360 Nm (266 lb-ft) @ 4,750 rpm

• Application: BMW M5 E34 (1989–1992)

• Condition: Fully rebuilt and restored to OEM specifications

• Authenticity: 100% Original OEM BMW engine – not a replica

Whether you’re in the USA, UK, or France, enthusiasts are constantly searching for a rebuilt BMW S38 engine because of its rarity and historical significance. This engine is the real deal—an authentic, collector-grade piece of BMW M history.

Complete Restoration Process

This BMW E34 M5 engine has undergone a professional, full restoration with uncompromising attention to detail:

• Engine block honed, resurfaced, and inspected

• Crankshaft polished and balanced

• New OEM-spec pistons, rods, and bearings

• Cylinder head rebuilt with new valves, guides, and seals

• Timing chain, tensioners, and guides fully replaced

• New gaskets and seals throughout the engine

• Throttle bodies and intake system fully refurbished

• Compression and leak-down tests performed for quality control

The result is an OEM-level rebuild that ensures this BMW S38 engine is as close to factory-new as possible.

Why Choose the BMW S38B36 Engine?

• Authenticity: This is a genuine BMW M Power engine, not a modified or swapped alternative.

• Performance: The 3.6L inline-six delivers a raw, motorsport-inspired driving experience unmatched by modern engines.

• Collector Value: Original S38 engines are becoming increasingly rare, making this a strong investment piece for BMW collectors.

• Restoration Quality: Built with OEM or equivalent components, this engine is ready to deliver years of reliable performance.

If you’re restoring a BMW M5 E34 or searching for rare BMW classic car engine parts, this rebuilt unit is the perfect solution.

Ideal Buyers

This engine is perfect for:

• BMW M5 E34 owners looking to restore their vehicle to factory specification

• Collectors investing in rare and original BMW spare parts

• Classic BMW enthusiasts who want the authentic S38 driving experience

• Workshops and specialists serving BMW restoration projects across the USA, UK, and France

Why Buy From Us?

As a trusted BMW spare parts store, we specialize in rare BMW engines, OEM BMW parts, and rebuilt BMW performance engines. Buyers across the USA, UK, and France rely on us for authenticity, quality, and professional service.

When you search for terms like “BMW S38B36 engine for sale,” “rebuilt BMW S38 engine,” or “buy BMW M5 E34 engine online,” this listing provides exactly what you’re looking for: an original, restored, and investment-grade BMW engine ready to perform.