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N63 Valve Stem Seals cost
Oil-burning N63 V8: valve stem seal job without pulling the heads. Real prices reported by owners on Reddit and BMW forums, with a link to every one.
Limited data: Better now, with more dealer figures. Indy data is still one price list plus one forum mention.
Typical cost
Ranges are the lowest and highest prices in the table below. They are not estimates. Shop prices include parts and labor unless noted.
Every price we found
| Price | Where | Details | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $8,000 | Dealer | Dealer quote "over $8000", 2015 X5 xDrive50i (Raleigh NC, 2022) | [1] |
| $3,000 | Indy | Los Angeles BMW mechanic's price, per a forum member (2023) | [1] |
| $3,500 | Indy | Independent shop (GA) posted price incl. parts, 550/650/750 | [2] |
| $4,000 | Indy | Same shop, xDrive / X5 price | [2] |
| $7,000–$9,000 | Dealer | Dealer estimate given to an owner under the settlement, 2013 550i xDrive (2019) | [3] |
| $8,000 | Dealer | Service advisor: "a 8K repair", F10, covered by CPO warranty (2019) | [3] |
- Owners in source 3 got the valve seal job covered under the N63 settlement. One owner did it himself at 100k miles and reports no oil loss since.
- The shop price includes valve cover gaskets, upper timing cover gaskets, VANOS seal kits and breather hoses. Ask what is included before comparing.
- Some N63 owners may qualify for help under the N63 class settlement. Check before paying.
How long it takes
The dealer in source 3 dropped the engine to do the job. Expect the car to be gone for days to weeks.
Which cars are affected
2009–2016 X5 xDrive50i, X6 50i, 550i, 650i, 750i (N63/N63TU).
Symptoms
- Blue smoke from the exhaust after idling or at startup
- Burning about a quart of oil every few hundred to 1,000 miles
- Oily spark plugs, misfires
- Catalytic converter damage over time
Parts list
| N63 valve stem seal set | ECS TuningPelican PartsAmazon |
| N63 valve cover gaskets | ECS TuningPelican PartsAmazon |
| Valve spring compressor / valve holding tool | ECS TuningPelican PartsAmazon |
| N63 spark plugs | ECS TuningPelican PartsAmazon |
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Common questions
How much does N63 Valve Stem Seals cost at a BMW dealer?
Real dealer prices we found ranged $7,000 to $9,000 (3 data points, median $8,000).
How much does an independent shop charge for N63 Valve Stem Seals?
Independent shop prices ranged $3,000 to $4,000 (3 data points, median $3,500).
Can I do N63 Valve Stem Seals myself?
We have not found a DIY parts cost for this job yet.
How long does N63 Valve Stem Seals take?
The dealer in source 3 dropped the engine to do the job. Expect the car to be gone for days to weeks.
Which BMWs are affected?
2009–2016 X5 xDrive50i, X6 50i, 550i, 650i, 750i (N63/N63TU).
Related repairs
Sources
- N63 Valve Seal Replacement (BimmerFest)
- BMW 550 N63 Engine Valve Stem Seals $3500 in Atlanta, GA (BimmerFest)
- 2013 N63 like new after valve stem seal repair (F10 Bimmerpost (5post))
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