BMW E65 Bare Engine 730d M57N2 306D3 231HP New Timing and 74k miles, 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 E65 Bare Engine 730d M57N2 306D3 231HP New Timing and 74k miles, WARRANTY is a complete powertrain unit from the M57N2 family, designed for the luxury BMW 7 Series E65 diesel sedan. This is an offer for users looking for a proven, factory-spec solution with stable operating parameters, featuring a new timing chain already installed, which significantly reduces the risk of costly repairs in the near future.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: p0441281-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0441281
• Substitutable numbers: 11000441281, 0441281, 11000413750, 11000399686, 11000441283, 11000399687, 11000413751, 0413750, 0399686, 0441283, 0399687, 0413751
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Number of cylinders: 6
• Category: Engines
• Mileage: 74 000

Technical characteristics of the M57N2 unit

The engine belongs to the popular family of BMW inline diesel units, valued for their refinement and good flexibility. The configuration based on 6 cylinders in an inline layout ensures smooth torque delivery and stable operation across the entire rev range. The use of Diesel fuel translates into favorable fuel consumption while maintaining appropriate dynamics, which is particularly important in a heavier F-segment sedan.

The M57N2 306D3 engine is a popular choice among users and workshops specializing in the BMW brand due to the good availability of service parts and extensive market knowledge regarding this design. This facilitates subsequent maintenance and diagnostics.

New timing chain – benefits for the user

A key advantage of this unit is the new timing chain, which in practice means a significantly reduced risk of failure in one of the most critical areas of the engine. For the user, this translates into:

• increased peace of mind after installation,
• reduced need for immediate service intervention in the timing system,
• more predictable maintenance costs during the initial period of use.

Combined with the refined M57N2 design, the new timing chain is a significant argument when choosing this unit as a base for replacing a damaged engine in a BMW E65 730d.

Application and compatibility with BMW E65 730d

The offered engine is intended for the BMW E65 730d model, which allows for maintaining factory driving characteristics and full compatibility with vehicle systems (control, accessories, electronics – according to the specific car configuration). Thanks to this, the unit will work well both for a standard replacement of a damaged engine and for a comprehensive vehicle rebuild after a major failure.

The mileage of the unit is known, which makes it easier for the workshop and the car owner to assess the potential for further operation and plan future inspections. This is important information when making a decision to invest in a used engine.

Condition, origin, and identification parameters

The engine is dismantled and offered as a used original BMW part, which for many users is a favorable compromise between cost and quality. The manufacturer's designation and the assigned OEM part number allow for unambiguous identification of the unit and its compatibility with a specific vehicle configuration. Additional interchangeable numbers allow the engine to be matched to various equipment variants within the same model family.

Thanks to this solution, the workshop has the ability to quickly verify compatibility with a given BMW E65 730d unit, which shortens preparation time for installation and reduces the risk of errors when selecting a powertrain.

Why choose this engine for your BMW E65 730d

By choosing the BMW E65 Bare Engine 730d M57N2 306D3 231HP New Timing and 74k miles, WARRANTY, you are investing in a proven design that performs well in the daily operation of a premium sedan. The combination of an inline diesel unit with a new timing system ensures a favorable balance between durability, fuel economy, and driving comfort.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as blocks, cylinder heads, or complete powertrain units, check out the available parts in the BMW Engines category.

For a better understanding of the specifics of this brand's powertrain units and typical operational problems in other models, it is worth reading the practical guide on our blog: Troublesome BMW E90 engines: check what can ruin your budget!. This will allow you to better assess how a properly selected and prepared engine affects the long-term maintenance costs of the car.