Used 2018 BMW 330i alternator from a salvage yard

Year-specific price guide

Used 2018 BMW 330i Alternator prices

Year-specific used alternator pricing for the 2018 BMW 330i, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Last updatedOct 2, 2026

Part overview

About the 2018 BMW 330i alternator

A used 2018 BMW 330i alternator costs between $50 and $325, with a median of $125 from 115 salvage yard listings.

What the alternator does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used alternator price guide →

Price summary

A used 2018 BMW 330i alternator costs $50 to $325, with a median asking price of $125. Based on 115 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2017–2021 (5 model years), updated Oct 2, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$125
Grade B (good)$186

2018 BMW 330i alternator price snapshot

USD
Low
$50
Average
$132
High
$325
145 listings observed · 115 priced listings used · last updated Oct 2, 2026· How we price·

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Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$50–$31099 listings
Grade BStandard used$71–$3256 listings
Grade XUngraded$65–$20010 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $50–$325 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2018 BMW 330i alternator replacement cost?

ESTIMATE
Used part
$125
2018 BMW 330i median asking price
Labor
$95–$375
1–2.5 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$220–$500
median used part + labor

Labor is a typical independent-shop range for alternator replacement, not a quote for your vehicle. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full alternator replacement cost breakdown

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

180 amp42 listingsInterchange 2017–2020$100$66 – $310
220 amp38 listingsInterchange 2017–2020$140$50 – $310
190 amp35 listingsInterchange 2017–2021$100$50 – $325

Year-specific context

How does the 2018 BMW 330i compare?

The 2018 guide is based on 145 observed listings, including 115 with posted prices. Its $125 median is 11% below the BMW 330i guide's $140 median.

Among the 9 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #4 from lowest to highest median.

Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021. Shopping across all 5 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

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01wide ±115%

AC Compressor

$177median
$41$448
02wide ±118%

ABS Module

$232median
$80$627
03wide ±200%

Air Bag

$269median
$70$1,144
04wide ±178%

Axle Shaft

$196median
$46$742
05spread ±57%

Blower Motor

$146median
$40$205
06wide ±302%

Brake Caliper

$193median
$35$1,200
07wide ±197%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$550median
$125$2,296
08spread ±54%

Front Bumper

$625median
$180$849
09wide ±73%

Rear Bumper

$600median
$145$1,016
10wide ±265%

Car Radio

$185median
$35$1,014
11wide ±131%

Center Console

$150median
$39$433
12wide ±83%

AC Condenser

$195median
$75$400
13wide ±201%

Control Arm

$125median
$25$528
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Differential

Price data updating

15wide ±88%

Door Assembly

$890median
$175$1,744
16wide ±145%

Drive Shaft

$250median
$76$800
17wide ±62%

Engine

$3,125median
$1,800$5,658
18wide ±126%

Engine Computer

$220median
$63$617
19

Exhaust Manifold

Price data updating

20wide ±122%

Fender

$327median
$75$873
21wide ±205%

Fog Light

$136median
$25$583
22wide ±149%

Front Seat

$211median
$70$700
23wide ±144%

Fuel Pump

$168median
$40$524
24wide ±77%

Fuel Tank

$200median
$68$374
25wide ±276%

Grille

$85median
$20$489
26wide ±72%

Headlight Assembly

$1,400median
$561$2,566
27wide ±111%

Heater Core

$266median
$58$650
28wide ±108%

Hood

$597median
$250$1,544
29wide ±215%

Ignition Switch

$78median
$24$360
30

Instrument Cluster

Price data updating

31spread ±55%

Intake Manifold

$606median
$99$766
32wide ±179%

Master Cylinder

$65median
$19$252
33wide ±261%

Side Mirror

$250median
$45$1,350
34

Power Steering Pump

Price data updating

35wide ±75%

Quarter Panel

$500median
$250$1,000
36wide ±173%

Radiator

$200median
$60$750
37wide ±73%

Rear View Mirror

$136median
$50$248
38wide ±130%

Starter

$100median
$40$300
39wide ±123%

Steering Column

$191median
$55$524
40wide ±114%

Steering Rack

$500median
$119$1,256
41wide ±155%

Steering Wheel

$261median
$50$857
42wide ±176%

Strut

$200median
$40$743
43wide ±98%

Sunroof

$350median
$114$800
44wide ±110%

Tail Light

$209median
$40$500
45wide ±82%

Tailgate

$711median
$176$1,349
46wide ±163%

Throttle Body

$71median
$35$267
47

Torque Converter

Price data updating

48wide ±82%

Transfer Case

$738median
$335$1,546
49wide ±166%

Transmission

$700median
$180$2,500
50wide ±234%

Transmission Control Module

$141median
$25$686
51wide ±83%

Turbocharger

$576median
$150$1,105
52wide ±154%

Water Pump

$147median
$25$477
53wide ±266%

Wheels

$255median
$45$1,400
54wide ±109%

Window Regulator

$125median
$40$313

Common questions

2018 BMW 330i alternator FAQ

How much is a used 2018 BMW 330i alternator?

Based on 115 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 BMW 330i alternator lists between $50 and $325, with a median asking price of $125.

How much does it cost to replace a 2018 BMW 330i alternator?

Using a used part, a 2018 BMW 330i alternator replacement typically runs $220–$500 all-in: the median used alternator for this year lists at $125, and independent-shop labor for alternator replacement typically takes 1–2.5 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$375). Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.

Will a 2018 BMW 330i alternator fit another year?

Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 BMW 330i alternator also appear under model years 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.

2018 BMW 330i Alternator Cost — Used From $50 to $325