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Used 2018 Buick Encore Engine — (1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV) prices

Trim-specific pricing for the (1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV) variant of the 2018 Buick Encore engine, built from 43 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.

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Last updatedOct 10, 2026

2018 Buick Encore · (1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV)

$2,100

median asking price

43 priced listings · $1,050–$3,500

Price summary

A used 2018 Buick Encore engine ((1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV)) costs $1,050 to $3,500, with a median asking price of $2,100. Based on 43 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 10, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$2,190

Grade B (good)$1,900

2018 Buick Encore engine — (1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV) price snapshot

USD

Low: $1,050
Average: $2,116
High: $3,500

43 priced listings used · last updated Oct 10, 2026· How we price·

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$1,050–$2,63029 listings

Grade BStandard used$1,300–$2,4625 listings

Grade XUngraded$1,800–$3,5009 listings

Grade	Price range	Listings
Grade AClean / low wear	$1,050–$2,630	29
Grade BStandard used	$1,300–$2,462	5
Grade XUngraded	$1,800–$3,500	9

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Grade A$2,190

Grade B$1,900

Ungraded$1,900

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,050–$3,500 overall range

Trim-specific context

How does the (1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV) compare?

This pricing covers the (1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV) variant of the 2018 Buick Encore engine, based on 43 priced listings. Its $2,100 median is 17% above the 2018 Buick Encore engine overall median of $1,800.

There is 1 other engine variant available for the 2018 Buick Encore.

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

Same trim, other years

(1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV) in other model years

All years

202141 listings$2,100$1,050 – $3,500 201934 listings$2,448$1,550 – $3,755 201743 listings$1,999$1,400 – $2,947 201635 listings$2,448$1,500 – $3,755

Same year, other trims

What other 2018 Buick Encore engine variants are available?

(1.4L), VIN M (8th digit, opt LE2)

37 listings$1,600$900 – $3,100

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2018 Buick Encore engine — all trims

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Common questions

2018 Buick Encore engine ((1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV)) FAQ

How much is a used 2018 Buick Encore engine ((1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV))?

Based on 43 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Buick Encore engine in the (1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV) variant lists between $1,050 and $3,500, with a median asking price of $2,100.

Which years use the (1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV) engine?

The (1.4L), VIN B (8th digit, opt LUV) variant appears in model years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021. Prices and availability may differ by year.