Used Ford Engines for Sale
Based in Nicholasville, Kentucky, just south of Lexington, we supply used Ford engines to drivers, mechanics, and shops across the Bluegrass State and ship nationwide. Whether you drive an F-150, a Mustang, an Explorer, or a Transit van, we either have your engine in stock or can source it fast through our nationwide network. Find your model below, or send us your VIN and we will confirm the exact engine your Ford needs.
Shop Used Ford Engines by Model
Every Ford model we carry links straight to its live inventory, where you can see the donor vehicles in stock with their year, mileage, and VIN. If your model is listed, we have parts for it, and engines are one of the components we move most.
BRONCO
BRONCO SPORT
ECOSPORT
EDGE
ESCAPE
EXPEDITION
EXPLORER
FIESTA
FOCUS
FOCUS RS
FORD F150 PICKUP
FORD F250SD PICKUP
FUSION
MAVERICK PICKUP
MUSTANG
MUSTANG MACH~E
RANGER
TRANSIT 150
TRANSIT 250
TRANSIT 350
TRANSIT CONNECT
Do not see your exact year listed, or shopping an older model?
Browse the full Ford inventory or call with your VIN. Our network reaches well beyond what is on the shelf today.
Why Buy a Used Ford Engine?
A used Ford engine costs a fraction of a new or remanufactured unit while delivering the same factory design your vehicle was built around. On a Ford that is sound everywhere except the engine, dropping in a low-mileage used unit is usually the fastest and most economical way back to the road.
The value comes from a simple reality. Ford engines are engineered for long service lives, often well past 150,000 or 200,000 miles when maintained. When a donor vehicle is retired early by a collision, the engine is frequently untouched by whatever ended the car’s life, which means a used engine from that donor still has the large majority of its lifespan ahead of it. You are buying proven factory hardware, not a gamble.
Compare the three common paths when a Ford engine fails:
New OEM engine from a dealer
Delivers full life but at the highest cost, often approaching or exceeding the value of an older vehicle.
Remanufactured engine
Rebuilds your existing or a core block, with quality that depends heavily on the rebuilder and labor cost baked in.
Quality used engine
Gives you a complete, factory-assembled unit that already proved itself on the road, at the lowest cost of the three when sourced from a low-mileage, documented donor.
For most drivers with a sound Ford, the used engine wins the value math outright. That is especially true for expensive engines like the EcoBoost turbo family and the PowerStroke diesels, where new and remanufactured pricing climbs fast.
Ford Engine Families We Stock
Ford runs several distinct engine families across its lineup, and knowing which one your vehicle uses is the first step to buying the right used engine. Match the engine, not just the model year, because a single Ford model can offer more than one engine depending on trim and configuration.
The Ford engine families you will encounter most:
Duratec and Ti-VCT engines
The naturally aspirated fours and sixes in models like the Fusion, Focus, and older Explorers.
PowerStroke diesel engines
The heavy-duty diesels in Super Duty trucks, built for towing and long-haul work, where a used unit saves a substantial sum over new.
Coyote 5.0L V8
The modern V8 in the Mustang GT and F-150, prized for durability and performance.
EcoBoost turbocharged engines
Ford's turbo family spanning the 1.5L, 2.0L, 2.3L, 2.7L, and 3.5L displacements found across the F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, Edge, Escape, and more. These deliver strong power and efficiency, and used units are in high demand.
Because turbocharged EcoBoost and diesel PowerStroke engines run under more heat and stress than a naturally aspirated engine, donor mileage and documented history matter even more on those units. Every engine we sell comes with its donor details so you can buy with the full picture in front of you.
Ford Engine Families We Stock
A used Ford engine with under 100,000 miles from a well-maintained donor generally has substantial life left, and many Ford engines run reliably well past 150,000 miles. Mileage is your starting point, but donor history, how the miles were driven, and why the vehicle was retired matter just as much as the odometer number.
A low-mileage engine from a three-year-old F-150 totaled in a collision is a very different proposition from a high-mileage unit scrapped for mechanical failure, even if the odometer readings were similar. That is why we document donor mileage and history on every engine, so you are weighing real information rather than guessing. For turbocharged and diesel engines especially, service history and fluid condition tell you as much about remaining life as the mileage does.
What to Verify Before You Buy
Before buying any used Ford engine, verify the engine matches your vehicle’s exact configuration, confirm the donor mileage and history, and get the warranty in writing. These three checks prevent the overwhelming majority of bad used-engine purchases. Here is what we confirm with every buyer:
Interchange match to your VIN
Since the same Ford engine can span several model years and trims, and the correct interchange number is what guarantees the unit fits your truck or car’s mounts, wiring, and emissions setup.
Engine configuration
W hether you need a long block, a complete drop-in engine, or a specific assembly, so you know exactly what is included and what you will transfer over.
Warranty coverage
Backed by our standard one-year warranty with options to extend coverage and add labor protection, which matters on an engine given the significant install labor involved.
Donor mileage and a real photo
A real photo of the actual engine you will receive, never a stock image.
Why Buy Your Ford Engine From A Plus Auto?
Every used Ford engine we sell is inspected against our A+ grade standard, cleaned in-house, photographed from multiple angles, and backed by a one-year warranty, with more than 100,000 graded parts across our inventory and a nationwide sourcing network behind it. What you see online is what arrives at your door.
We built our process around the things that make used engines risky when you buy them elsewhere. Parts are tested and graded rather than pulled blind, so you are not gambling on condition. Donor details come with every engine, so mileage and history are transparent. Orders ship within 24 hours and arrive cleaned and protected. And a real warranty stands behind every unit, because we expect our engines to perform. That is the difference between an inspected engine from A Plus Auto and an as-is unit off a junkyard shelf.
Serving customers from our warehouse at 2125 Catnip Hill Road in Nicholasville, KY, we are a short drive from Lexington and easy to reach for buyers across central Kentucky, from Louisville and Georgetown to Richmond, Danville, and Frankfort. Local customers can arrange pickup, and we ship used Ford engines to car owners, mechanics, and repair shops nationwide. Ford trucks and SUVs work hard on Kentucky roads and job sites, and we keep them running for less.
Frequently Asked Questions About Used Ford Engines
How much does a used Ford engine cost?
The price of a used Ford engine depends on the model, engine family, and donor mileage, with a used unit typically costing a fraction of a new or remanufactured engine. An EcoBoost or PowerStroke diesel engine runs higher than a naturally aspirated four-cylinder, and a low-mileage donor commands more than a high-mileage one. Send us your VIN for an exact quote on the engine your Ford needs.
Are used Ford engines reliable?
Yes, a used Ford engine from a low-mileage, well-documented donor is reliable, because Ford engines are engineered for long service lives and a donor retired early by a collision often leaves the engine with most of its lifespan intact. Reliability comes down to donor history and inspection, which is why every engine we sell is tested against our A+ grade standard and backed by a one-year warranty.
What warranty comes with a used Ford engine from A Plus Auto?
Every used Ford engine includes our standard one-year warranty, with options to extend coverage and add labor protection. Labor protection is worth considering on an engine, since the install labor is significant and coverage protects you if a unit ever needs to come back out.
How do I know which Ford engine fits my vehicle?
Match the engine by your VIN and interchange number, not just the model year, because a single Ford model can offer more than one engine depending on trim and configuration. Give our team your VIN and we confirm the exact interchange before you buy, so the engine that arrives fits your Ford’s mounts, wiring, and emissions setup.
Do you sell used EcoBoost and PowerStroke diesel engines?
Yes, we stock and source used EcoBoost turbocharged engines across the 1.5L through 3.5L range and PowerStroke diesel engines for Super Duty trucks. Because these run under more heat and stress than naturally aspirated engines, we pay especially close attention to donor mileage and documented history on every turbo and diesel unit.
Can I get a used Ford engine near Lexington, KY?
Yes. Our warehouse is in Nicholasville, about 15 minutes south of Lexington, so central Kentucky customers can arrange local pickup, and we ship nationwide for everyone else. We serve buyers across Lexington, Louisville, Georgetown, Richmond, Frankfort, and beyond.
What is included with a used Ford engine, a long block or a complete engine?
It depends on the unit, which is why we confirm the configuration before you buy. A long block includes the block, crankshaft, pistons, and cylinder head, while a complete or drop-in engine comes with more accessories attached. We tell you exactly what is included so you know what you will transfer over during the install.
Find Your Used Ford Engine Today
Ready to replace your Ford engine without overpaying? Find your model above to browse live inventory, or search the full Ford parts inventory by year, model, and part type. Every used Ford engine is inspected, graded A+, cleaned, photographed, and backed by a one-year warranty. Send us your VIN or submit a part inquiry, and get the right engine matched to your Ford the first time.Â