{"product_id":"moteur-citroen-c3-1-4-vti-reconditionne-ep3c","title":"Reconditioned Citroën C3 1.4 VTi Engine – Bare Engine – Ref. EP3C","description":"\u003ch2\u003eReconditioned Citroën C3 1.4 VTi EP3C Engine\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis reconditioned engine for the Citroën C3 1.4 VTi corresponds to engine code EP3C, a 1397 cm³ petrol unit widely fitted to this model. The EP3C reference offered here allows a faulty block to be replaced with a reliable base unit, fully rebuilt in our workshop before dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSigns that your engine needs replacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a C3 fitted with the 1.4 VTi, several warning signs should prompt action before the problem worsens:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine warning light on persistently, even after a diagnostic check\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoticeable loss of power under acceleration, with the engine feeling breathless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbnormally high oil consumption between services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetallic noise or unusual knocking at idle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue or black smoke from the exhaust, particularly when cold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeated stalling or difficult starting with no identified electrical cause\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExchange basis: a reconditioned bare engine delivered to you first\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis engine is sold as a bare unit; the exact details of what is supplied with the EP3C reference are set out in the quote prepared before your order. Reconditioning follows a rigorous process: complete strip-down of the block, cleaning and inspection of every component, replacement of internal wear parts as required, then reassembly to manufacturer tolerances and bench testing before sign-off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder this exchange arrangement, the old unit is not collected before delivery: the reconditioned engine is dispatched first, so your vehicle or workshop ramp is not left idle. The old unit — the intact block — is only collected after delivery and installation of the reconditioned engine; return of the old unit is required in accordance with our Terms and Conditions. A deposit is taken at the time of order and refunded once the reconditioned engine has been delivered, fitted, and the old unit returned and received.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis EP3C engine, with a capacity of 1397 cm³, corresponds to manufacturer reference EP3C and fits Citroën C3 models equipped with this 1.4 VTi petrol engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty and payment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis rebuilt engine comes with a 12-month parts warranty, subject to fitting by a qualified professional. Payment can be spread over multiple instalments, in up to 10 instalments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEDEN BOITES supports you from quote through to collection of the old unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible vehicles (ref. EP3C)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis reference also fits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/moteur-citroen-ds3-1-4-vti-reconditionne-ep3c\"\u003eReconditioned Citroën DS3 1.4 VTi Engine – Bare Engine – Ref. EP3C\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/moteur-peugeot-208-1-4-vti-reconditionne-ep3c\"\u003eReconditioned Peugeot 208 1.4 VTi Engine – Bare Engine – Ref. EP3C\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Citroën","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42749324656725,"sku":"EP3C_MOTEUR","price":4381.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/9161\/5317\/files\/moteur-eden-boites-2_943c921c-89a5-4ba6-83fb-08fd398e30f0.png?v=1784536522","url":"https:\/\/eden-boites.com\/en\/products\/reconditioned-citroen-c3-1-4-vti-engine-ep3c","provider":"EDEN BOITES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}