2018 Tesla Model 3 heater core price snapshot
- Low
- $200
- Average
- $288
- High
- $353

Year-specific price guide
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Part overview
A used 2018 Tesla Model 3 heater core costs between $200 and $353, with a median of $300 from 8 salvage yard listings.
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A used 2018 Tesla Model 3 heater core costs $200 to $353, with a median asking price of $300. Based on 8 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 21, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $200–$353 | 8 |
Replacement cost
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for heater core replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include coolant refill, and dashboard reassembly on vehicles requiring full dash removal. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full heater core replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Year-specific context
The 2018 guide is based on 24 observed listings, including 8 with posted prices. Its $300 median is 0% above the Tesla Model 3 guide's $300 median.
Among the 2 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #1 from lowest to highest median.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
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Common questions
Based on 8 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Tesla Model 3 heater core lists between $200 and $353, with a median asking price of $300.
Using a used part, a 2018 Tesla Model 3 heater core replacement typically runs $775–$1,800 all-in: the median used heater core for this year lists at $300, and independent-shop labor for heater core replacement typically takes 5–10 hours at $95–$150/hr ($475–$1,500). The labor figure does not include coolant refill, and dashboard reassembly on vehicles requiring full dash removal. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
This price guide does not confirm interchangeability. Check the seller's part number, drivetrain, trim or variant, and your VIN before buying; parts from the same model can use different fitments in the same year.