Mercedes X166 W166 C292 63 AMG 4 Matic Bare Engine 157982 157.982 79k, WARRANTY

Warranty and technical condition of the part

The engine is sold with a 90-day warranty.

The power unit was tested before removal and is in full working order.

Listing details

The offer applies to a bare engine.

The engine is sold without accessories (e.g. alternator, starter motor, manifolds, injectors, turbocharger, etc.).

Mercedes X166 W166 C292 63 AMG 4 Matic Bare Engine is a used, original engine block from the Mercedes Engines range, designed for high-performance AMG versions with 4Matic all-wheel drive. The bare engine serves as a solid foundation for a professional powertrain rebuild, allowing for the preservation of factory performance characteristics and high driving refinement.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1570105200
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1570105200
• Substitutable numbers: A1570105200, A 157 010 52 00
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Number of cylinders: 8
• Category: Engines
• Engine code: 157982
• Mileage: 79 000

Technical characteristics of the AMG engine block

The presented engine block belongs to the Engines category and represents a V8 petrol unit, typical for high-performance AMG versions. This configuration ensures high power potential, smooth torque delivery, and the characteristic, dynamic throttle response valued in X166, W166, and C292 models.

The bare engine includes the key structural engine block, which serves as the base for further assembly of accessories according to the requirements of a specific vehicle configuration. Thanks to this solution, the workshop has full control over the selection of accompanying components while maintaining the original architecture of the AMG unit.

Application in Mercedes AMG 4Matic models

The engine with code 157982 is used in sports variants of Mercedes SUVs and crossovers with 4Matic drive, such as the X166, W166, or C292 in 63 AMG versions. This type of powertrain is designed for high load capacity, stable operation at high speeds, and efficient power transfer to all wheels.

The bare engine is suitable both for comprehensive repairs after a failure and for professional engine reconstruction in vehicles used dynamically. Maintaining the original structural base facilitates compliance with factory parameters and ECU maps, which is essential for the stability of the powertrain system.

Condition, mileage, and operational potential

The unit comes from the secondary market and is offered as a used component, which allows for a significant reduction in repair costs compared to a new block from an authorized dealer. The declared mileage of the engine is relatively low for this class of unit, which translates into a favorable starting point for further operation after proper installation and servicing.

For workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand and for users requiring the preservation of the original AMG specification, such a block represents an attractive base for building a functional, powerful engine at controlled costs. A used engine block allows you to combine savings with the preservation of the factory design of the powertrain.

Benefits of choosing a used engine block

Choosing a used block from the AMG series is a solution that often proves to be economically optimal while maintaining a high level of safety and durability, provided it is properly verified and installed. In workshop practice, this allows you to:

• reduce repair costs compared to purchasing a complete new engine,
• preserve the original architecture of the Mercedes AMG powertrain,
• select accessories and accompanying components according to the requirements of the specific vehicle configuration,
• shorten repair time compared to a full rebuild of a damaged block.

To better understand how to safely and consciously choose components from the secondary market, it is worth reading our expert guide on our blog: Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths. The article discusses, among other things, issues of selection by identification numbers, common myths, and repair cost ratios.

Selection and compatibility within the Mercedes Engines range

When selecting this block for a specific vehicle, it is crucial to verify the compatibility of the engine code, fuel type, and unit configuration with the car's documentation. If necessary, it is worth consulting with a specialized workshop or technical department to ensure that the selected component will work correctly with the existing accessories and ECU.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as blocks, cylinder heads, or other bare engines, check the available parts in the Mercedes Engines category.