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Head Gasket Replacement cost

Head Gasket Replacement on a BMW with the N20 engine typically costs $900 at an independent shop or $13,000 at a BMW dealer, based on 2 real owner-reported prices.

Last updated October 16, 2026 · Sources: 2 owner-reported prices from 2 cited threads

Cylinder head gasket on 4/6-cylinder BMWs. Real prices reported by owners on Reddit and BMW forums, with a link to every one.

N20F30

Limited data: Two quotes with wildly different scope; treat as a rough guide.

Typical cost

BMW dealer

$13,000

Median $13,000 · 1 data point

Independent shop

$900

Median $900 · 1 data point

DIY (parts/tools)

No real price found yet

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
$900	Indy	Quote, 2013 328i (may not include machining or timing parts)	[1]
$13,000	Dealer	Quote owners considered far above normal (shop type not clear)	[2]

Ask whether head machining and timing chain parts are included.

Which cars are affected

2013 328i (N20) quotes. Confirm with a leak-down / combustion gas test; oil leaks are often mistaken for a head gasket.

Symptoms

Coolant loss with no visible leak
White exhaust smoke
Bubbles in the coolant tank
Overheating

Parts list

N20 head gasket set	ECS Tuning Pelican Parts Amazon
N20 head bolts	ECS Tuning Pelican Parts Amazon

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Common questions

How much does Head Gasket Replacement cost?

Head Gasket Replacement on a BMW with the N20 engine typically costs $900 at an independent shop or $13,000 at a BMW dealer, based on 2 real owner-reported prices.

How much does Head Gasket Replacement cost at a BMW dealer?

Real dealer prices we found ranged $13,000 (1 data point, median $13,000).

How much does an independent shop charge for Head Gasket Replacement?

Independent shop prices ranged $900 (1 data points, median $900).

Can I do Head Gasket Replacement myself?

We have not found a DIY parts cost for this job yet.

Which BMWs are affected?

2013 328i (N20) quotes. Confirm with a leak-down / combustion gas test; oil leaks are often mistaken for a head gasket.