Ford Explorer engine — 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $1,500
- Average
- $2,993
- High
- $4,801
Trim-specific price guide
Ford Explorer Engine — 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) prices
Pricing for the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) variant of the Ford Explorer engine, aggregated from 142 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
Price summary
A used Ford Explorer engine (3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit)) costs $1,500 to $4,801, with a median asking price of $2,943. Based on 142 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 10, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$3,058
Grade B (good)$2,300
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$2,019–$4,80187 listings
Grade BStandard used$1,950–$4,68648 listings
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngraded$1,500–$3,8007 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $2,019–$4,801 | 87 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,950–$4,686 | 48 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,500–$3,800 | 7 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$3,058
Grade B$2,300
Ungraded$3,800
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,500–$4,801 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) variant of the Ford Explorer engine, based on 142 priced listings across 3 model years (2020, 2021, 2022). Its $2,943 median is 80% above the Ford Explorer engine overall median of $1,633.
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 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Ford Explorer engine variants
3.5L, turbo, (VIN T, 8th digit), oil cooler (police package)
3 yrs$2,400$800 – $4,4233.5L, turbo, (VIN T, 8th digit), w/o oil cooler
3 yrs$2,683$1,200 – $4,4502.3L (VIN H, 8th digit, turbo)
3 yrs$2,184$1,383 – $3,2643.5L, w/o turbo; (VIN 8, 8th digit), w/o oil cooler
3 yrs$1,875$1,150 – $28,8253.5L, w/o turbo; (VIN 8, 8th digit), oil cooler
2 yrs$1,878$1,200 – $28,8253.7L (VIN R, 8th digit)
2 yrs$1,300$650 – $1,9483.3L, VIN B (8th digit)
6 yrs$763$79 – $5,7703.3L, VIN W (8th digit, hybrid)
5 yrs$863$158 – $5,1852.3L (VIN H, 8th digit, turbo), 4x2
6 yrs$1,481$400 – $4,703Common questions
Ford Explorer engine (3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit)) FAQ
How much is a used Ford Explorer engine (3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit))?
Based on 142 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Ford Explorer engine in the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) variant lists between $1,500 and $4,801, with a median asking price of $2,943.
Which Ford Explorer years use the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) engine?
The 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) variant appears in model years 2020, 2021, 2022. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $3,058, Grade B has a median of $2,300. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.