The camshaft controls the timing of the valves opening and closing, which sets how the engine breathes and makes power. This one is for the BMW 840Ci, the E31 8-series grand tourer, cast iron with hydraulic lash adjusters. It is a used part, inspected before it ships. Worn camshaft lobes show up as ticking, misfires, power loss, or metal in the oil, and the camshaft position sensor (CPS) reads off the camshaft, so check the sensor too if you have timing faults.
The key fitment point: the 840Ci used two different V8s. Early cars (roughly 1993 to 1995) used the 4.0L M60B40, which is non-VANOS. Later cars (roughly 1996 to 1999) used the 4.4L M62B44, which has single-VANOS. The correct camshaft differs by engine, so confirm your engine (M60 or M62) by VIN and do not cross-fit. Also note the live page listed a '1992' year, which looks off since the 840Ci began around 1993. This is an engine-internal precision part: have it installed by a professional with correct timing and, on the M62, VANOS setup.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine | M60B40 or M62B44, by VIN. |
| VANOS | M62 has VANOS; M60 does not. |
| Year | E31 840Ci began about 1993. |
Your engine: 4.0L M60B40 or 4.4L M62B44, by VIN
Whether your engine has VANOS (M62) or not (M60)
Intake or exhaust camshaft, as needed
Your exact year (the '1992' entry looks off)
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| INCLUDED | The used camshaft as confirmed for your engine. |
| NOT INCLUDED | Lifters, bearings, seals, timing components, VANOS unit, and CPS, unless confirmed at order. |
| Tools You Need | A professional engine builder or mechanic, with correct timing and (on the M62) VANOS setup. |
This BMW 840Ci camshaft is offered for the following:
| Vehicle | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| BMW 840Ci, 4.0L M60B40 | Early E31, roughly 1993 to 1995, non-VANOS |
| BMW 840Ci, 4.4L M62B44 | Later E31, roughly 1996 to 1999, single-VANOS |
This camshaft is offered for the BMW 840Ci (E31). Confirm whether your car has the 4.0L M60B40 (non-VANOS) or the 4.4L M62B44 (single-VANOS) by VIN, since the correct camshaft differs by engine. Do not cross-fit between the two. We disclose the donor details before shipping.
Not sure which camshaft fits your 840Ci? Call (240) 301-0095 with your VIN and your old part number. Our team confirms the engine (M60 or M62), VANOS, and the intake or exhaust cam before your order ships.
Quality control for this part includes:
This is a used camshaft. Because the 840Ci used two different V8s, we confirm the engine by VIN, inspect the lobes and journals, and disclose what we find. It is an engine-internal precision part: professional installation with correct timing and, on the M62, VANOS setup is required.
| Application | BMW 840Ci (E31) |
|---|---|
| Material | Cast iron |
| Lift | 9.0 mm |
| Engines | M60B40 (4.0L, non-VANOS) and M62B44 (4.4L, single-VANOS) |
| Journal Diameter | About 46 mm |
| Lubrication | Hydraulic lash adjusters |
| Valve Timing | Variable on the VANOS system for the M62 |
| Fitment Note | Confirm engine by VIN; do not cross-fit M60 and M62 |
| Year Note | Live '1992' likely off; the 840Ci began around 1993 |
| Sold As | Used, inspected |
| Shipping | Free to all 50 states, no core charge |
| Condition | Used |
| Sku | vaz332 |
Contact (240) 301-0095 within 15 days of delivery.
