Online used diesel engine seller

Truck and pickup owners, independent repair shops, small fleets, farms and equipment owners who need a replacement engine.

You earn the margin between what you pay your supplier and your selling price. You can also charge for freight handling, core deposits and optional warranty add-ons.

• Basic diesel engine knowledge (makes, models, common engine families)
• Sales and clear communication with buyers
• Organizing orders, freight and paperwork

• Emissions rules: check EPA requirements and, if you sell in California or other CARB states, which engines can legally be installed in which vehicles
• Check with your state about whether selling used parts needs a dealer, dismantler or resale license, and register for sales tax and a resale certificate if required
• Verify engine serial numbers and the supplier's history to avoid stolen or mislabeled engines
• Heavy freight costs, damage in transit and returns can wipe out your margin, so agree warranty and return terms in writing
• General liability insurance and a clear written warranty policy
• Check home occupation, HOA or lease rules if you store engines or parts at home

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your website and listings, insurance and whether you hold any stock. Many sellers handle sales and freight without holding much stock themselves.

Check EPA requirements and, if you sell in California or other CARB states, which engines can legally be installed in which vehicles. Also check whether your state requires a dealer, dismantler or resale license, plus sales tax and resale certificate rules, and verify serial numbers.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $4,000 to $20,000, depending on how many engines you sell and at what price. Estimates start from about 10 hours a week. Freight costs, damage and returns can cut into margins, so agree terms in writing.