Used 2021 Ford Explorer engine – 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit)

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Used 2021 Ford Explorer Engine3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) prices

Trim-specific pricing for the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) variant of the 2021 Ford Explorer engine, built from 50 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
Price summary

A used 2021 Ford Explorer engine (3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit)) costs $1,500 to $3,800, with a median asking price of $2,895. Based on 50 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 21, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$2,950
Grade B (good)$2,684

2021 Ford Explorer engine — 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) price snapshot

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Low
$1,500
Average
$2,880
High
$3,800
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Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$2,300$3,77022 listings
Grade BStandard used$1,950$3,32021 listings
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngraded$1,500$3,8007 listings

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Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,500$3,800 overall range

Trim-specific context

How does the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) compare?

This pricing covers the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) variant of the 2021 Ford Explorer engine, based on 50 priced listings. Its $2,895 median is 169% above the 2021 Ford Explorer engine overall median of $1,077.

There are 4 other engine variants available for the 2021 Ford Explorer.

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

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3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) in other model years

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How much is a used 2021 Ford Explorer engine (3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit))?

Based on 50 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2021 Ford Explorer engine in the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit) variant lists between $1,500 and $3,800, with a median asking price of $2,895.

Which 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 may differ by year.