Cadillac CTS engine — 3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo) price snapshot
- Low
- $1,700
- Average
- $3,117
- High
- $6,016
Trim-specific price guide
Cadillac CTS Engine — 3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo) prices
Pricing for the 3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo) variant of the Cadillac CTS engine, aggregated from 103 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
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Price summary
A used Cadillac CTS engine (3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo)) costs $1,700 to $6,016, with a median asking price of $2,669. Based on 103 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 16, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$2,693
Grade B (good)$2,700
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$1,700–$6,01675 listings
Grade BStandard used$1,800–$2,70014 listings
Grade XUngraded$1,795–$4,11814 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $1,700–$6,016 | 75 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,800–$2,700 | 14 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,795–$4,118 | 14 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$2,693
Grade B$2,700
Ungraded$3,750
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,700–$6,016 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo) variant of the Cadillac CTS engine, based on 103 priced listings across 3 model years (2017, 2018, 2019). Its $2,669 median is 40% above the Cadillac CTS engine overall median of $1,900.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Price by model year
What does a 3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Cadillac CTS engine variants
2.0L (VIN X, 8th digit, opt LTG), AWD
4 yrs$1,925$820 – $2,8622.0L (VIN X, 8th digit, opt LTG), RWD
4 yrs$2,313$1,200 – $3,8803.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3)
1 yr$3,000$1,500 – $6,8003.6L, VIN S (8th digit, opt LGX), AWD
4 yrs$1,120$478 – $2,6753.6L, VIN S (8th digit, opt LGX), RWD, engine cooling (opt KC4)
4 yrs$2,470$550 – $3,2503.6L, VIN S (8th digit, opt LGX), RWD, w/o engine cooling
4 yrs$1,425$520 – $3,274Sdn, 2.0L VIN X (8th digit, opt LTG), AWD
1 yr$1,800$1,399 – $2,444Sdn, 2.0L VIN X (8th digit, opt LTG), RWD
1 yr$2,248$1,250 – $3,136Sdn, 3.6L, VIN 3 (8th digit, opt LFX), California emissions, (opt NU5), AWD
1 yr$1,167$799 – $4,029Common questions
Cadillac CTS engine (3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo)) FAQ
How much is a used Cadillac CTS engine (3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo))?
Based on 103 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Cadillac CTS engine in the 3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo) variant lists between $1,700 and $6,016, with a median asking price of $2,669.
Which Cadillac CTS years use the 3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo) engine?
The 3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo) variant appears in model years 2017, 2018, 2019. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 3.6L, VIN 8 (8th digit, opt LF3, twin turbo) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $2,693, Grade B has a median of $2,700. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.