Get specialist quotes from UK Ferrari California/Portofino engine experts. Compare reconditioned & rebuilt V8 engines for California to Portofino M - F136IH/F154BH covered. Get specialist quotes for your California/Portofino.
Rebuilt units from £8,000
Common codes: F136IH, F136FB
Rebuilt units from £12,000
Common codes: F154AC, F154BH, F154BD
Rebuilt units from £15,000
Common codes: F154BH (620hp), F154BD
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The cards below cover the main engines fitted to the Ferrari California Portofino in the UK, including documented failure causes, variant production years, and typical rebuilt engine costs based on current UK market data.
Production History
Known Failures
Specs
Petrol · 4.3L · 460-483hp · Naturally Aspirated
Replacement Cost
Typical UK rebuilt engine: £8,000-£14,000 (supply only)
Production History
Known Failures
Specs
Petrol · 3.9L · 552-560hp · Twin-Turbocharged
Replacement Cost
Typical UK rebuilt engine: £12,000-£17,000 (supply only)
Production History
Known Failures
Specs
Petrol · 3.9L · 552-620hp · Twin-Turbocharged
Replacement Cost
Typical UK rebuilt engine: £14,000-£22,000 (supply only)
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Every engine code fitted to the Ferrari California Portofino across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed petrol and performance engine families across Ferrari California Portofino variants.
Extracted from detailed petrol and performance engine families across Ferrari California Portofino variants.
Can't find your engine code- Enter your registration number above - we'll instantly identify the exact unit, its technical specifications, and live replacement prices from UK Ferrari California Portofino engine specialists. Every rebuilt engine comes with a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty.
The Ferrari California Portofino's F136IH and F154 family engines dominate UK replacement enquiries. Timing chain guide wear on F136IH and turbo wastegate failures on...
Every rebuilt engine includes a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty.
Why F136IH Engines Fail Prematurely
Production Years: 2008 - 2014
Engine: F136IH
Typical failure window
Plastic timing chain guides degrade with heat and mileage, allowing chain slack that damages tensioners and can cause catastrophic interference failure.
| Repair Tier | Dealer Price | Specialist Price | What It Involves | Longevity / Suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Minor - Preventative Chain Service Minor | £3,500 - £5,500 | £2,200 - £3,800 | Chain, guides, tensioners replaced before failure occurs | Viable only if caught early; not suitable once rattling is severe |
Full Replacement - Rebuilt F136IH Engine Best Value | £18,000 - £25,000 | £8,000 - £14,000 | Complete rebuilt engine with upgraded guides, bench tested, 12-month warranty | Recommended once interference damage has occurred; addresses root cause |
On a California worth £60,000-£90,000, preventative chain service at 50k miles offers excellent value. Once rattling is audible or mileage exceeds 70k, a rebuilt F136IH with upgraded components is the safer long-term investment.
Whether you're facing timing chain rattle, wastegate noise, or oil consumption, EngineMarket makes it simple to compare prices from trusted UK Ferrari California Portofino specialists. Every rebuilt engine includes upgraded components addressing the original failure point, plus a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty and nationwide delivery. Compare prices and get back on the road without the main dealer premium.
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Every Ferrari California Portofino engine type is available through our UK network with typical price ranges based on variant, engine code and budget.
Ferrari California Portofino Reconditioned Engines (Recon)£9,000 - £16,000(supply only)
Ferrari California Portofino Rebuilt Engines£12,000 - £22,000(supply only)
Ferrari California Portofino Used Engines£8,000 - £14,000(supply only)
Ferrari California Portofino Remanufactured Engines£15,000 - £25,000(supply only)
Complete engine replacement service including specialist fitting, calibration and handover at a UK-approved garage.
Every displacement fitted to the Ferrari California Portofino is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The 4.3L naturally aspirated V8 powered the original California and California 30 (2008-2014), delivering linear power delivery and Ferrari's signature naturally aspirated soundtrack before the turbo era.
| ENGINE CODE(S) | F136IH, F136FB |
| COMPATIBLE MODELS (UK) | California (2008-2014), California 30 |
| PRODUCTION YEARS | 2012-2014 |
Timing chain guide wear after 60k miles; piston ring land failure causing oil consumption on high-mileage units
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Fuel Type
Choose your Ferrari California Portofino engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from early California 4.3L to the latest Portofino M 3.9L twin-turbo.
All Ferrari California Portofino variants use high-performance petrol V8 engines, from the naturally aspirated 4.3L F136IH to the twin-turbo 3.9L F154 family.
Not sure which fuel type your Ferrari California Portofino has- Enter your registration number above to instantly identify your engine code, fuel system and compatible replacement options - all backed by a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty from UK Ferrari California Portofino specialists.
This timeline covers all major engine changes across the Ferrari California Portofino production run, organised so owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt engine prices from UK specialists.
Ferrari California Portofino engine replacement costs range from £8,000 for used F136IH units to £22,000 for rebuilt Portofino M F154BH engines, depending on engine code, condition and supplier.
Timing chain guide wear on F136IH engines and turbo wastegate actuator failure on F154 family engines dominate Ferrari California Portofino replacement enquiries in the UK.
Portofino F154BD engines can physically fit California T chassis but require ECU reflash, cooling upgrades and transmission adaptation for reliable operation.
Replacing a Ferrari California Portofino engine is typically worthwhile if the chassis is sound and the car holds £60,000+ value, with rebuilt engines offering like-new reliability.
A properly rebuilt Ferrari California Portofino engine with upgraded failure-point components can deliver 40,000-60,000+ miles of reliable service when maintained correctly.
Ferrari California Portofino engines require Shell Helix Ultra 10W-60 synthetic oil, with capacity of approximately 9.5 litres including filter for F154 family engines.
Ferrari California Portofino engine codes are stamped on the rear left of the V8 block; enter your registration above for instant DVLA verification of engine code and variant.
Used Ferrari California Portofino engines can be reliable if sourced from verified donors with full service history and pre-dispatch compression testing.
Professional Ferrari California Portofino engine replacement services include ECU adaptation and coding to match the new engine to your chassis and transmission.
All Ferrari California Portofino replacement engines supplied through EngineMarket include a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty covering parts and workmanship.
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