BMW F10 F30 F32 328i 428i 520i 528i Bare Engine N20 N20B20A New Timing WARRANTY

Warranty and technical condition of the part

The engine is sold with a 90-day warranty.

The power unit was tested before removal and is in full working order.

Listing details

The offer applies to a bare engine.

The engine is sold without accessories (e.g. alternator, starter motor, manifolds, injectors, turbocharger, etc.).

BMW F10 F30 F32 328i 428i 520i 528i Bare Engine N20 N20B20A New Timing WARRANTY is a complete powertrain assembly from the N20 family, designed for modern BMW models with a four-cylinder gasoline engine. This is a solution for users looking for a proven gasoline engine with an advanced design and optimized timing system operation. Thanks to the factory specification, the unit maintains operating characteristics in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements, which facilitates professional installation and subsequent operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2420306-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2420306
• Substitutable numbers: 11002420306, 2420306, 11002288219, 1100230408711002420307, 1100228822011002304088, 228821923040872420307, 22882202304088, 110024203081100242030911002304156, 11002288221, 2446955, 242030824203092304156, 2288221, 23041572288222, 11002
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Number of cylinders: 4
• Category: Engines
• Engine code: N20B20B
• Mileage: 59 000

Purpose and compatibility

The described engine belongs to the Engines category and is dedicated to popular BMW 3 and 5 series models, such as the F10, F30, F32, 328i, 428i, 520i, and 528i, equipped with units from the N20 family. The design based on the N20B20B code ensures compatibility with factory auxiliary systems, control units, and mounting points in the engine bay, allowing it to be used as a replacement for the unit originally installed in the vehicle.

The engine has been designed to work with a gasoline fuel system, which is important when selecting the appropriate unit for a specific body version and equipment level. The four-cylinder architecture provides a balance between performance and fuel economy, while maintaining the driving culture characteristic of BMW.

Construction and technical characteristics

The N20B20B unit is a modern, four-cylinder gasoline engine that utilizes an advanced timing system. In the presented unit, the timing has been replaced, which significantly increases operational safety and reduces the risk of costly failures in the initial period of use after installation. This type of configuration is particularly valued in workshops specializing in the BMW brand, as it shortens the list of components requiring immediate maintenance after replacing the unit.

The engine has mileage that allows for further operation while maintaining proper installation and service procedures. Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry and operating parameters, the unit works well with the vehicle's original control units and auxiliary systems, which facilitates adaptation in cars equipped with N20 family engines.

Practical application and benefits of installation

The use of this powertrain is particularly beneficial in the case of:

• mechanical failure of the existing engine (damage to the block, head, or timing system),
• the need to replace the complete unit instead of performing costly repairs on internal components,
• renovation or modernization projects within the powertrain of BMW 3 and 5 series.

The gasoline engine from the N20 family allows for maintaining the original characteristics of the vehicle while reducing costs compared to purchasing a brand-new unit. The new timing in this unit is a significant advantage in terms of durability and predictable operation, especially in the first years after installation.

Condition, origin, and selection by part numbers

The offered unit is a used component, which in practice means a favorable cost-to-functionality ratio while maintaining the original BMW specification. The engine has an assigned OEM part number and a set of interchangeable numbers, which facilitates precise verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle at the stage of selection by VIN or catalog numbers.

To minimize the risk of errors when purchasing, it is worth comparing the unit's markings with the vehicle documentation or consulting with a workshop specializing in the BMW brand before finalizing the order. Thanks to this, the N20B20B engine can be selected in a way that complies with the requirements of the control unit, accessories, and installation in a given car.

Substantive support and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as complete powertrains, long blocks, or short blocks, check the available parts in the BMW Engines category.

For users considering the purchase of a used powertrain, an expert guide describing facts and myths about the secondary powertrain market will be particularly useful – you can find it in the article Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths, where topics such as selection by VIN/OEM and cost ratios compared to new components are discussed.