Mahle 3899 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Brand Mahle 3899
Material Composite
Thickness 0.04
Thickness 1.12
Cylinder Bore Diameter 3.89
Cylinder Bore Diameter 98.81
Gasket Sealant Included No
Additional Package Contents Head gasket
Cylinder Head Gasket Material Composite
Item Grade Oem standard
Package Quantity 1
Fits Buick, Jeep, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac · 104 vehicles

OEM-standard grade. Built for service replacement with consistent sealing performance.

Composite construction. Provides the material type specified for this cylinder head gasket.

Precise bore sizing. 3.89-inch bore and 0.04-inch thickness for the listed engine application.

Cross-references American Motors 1233 446, American Motors 1242 569 and American Motors 1382 145 for the same application. See all 17.

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Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Overview

Mahle 3899 is an OEM-standard composite engine cylinder head gasket for a wide range of classic Buick, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, and Jeep applications. It is built for direct sealing service in engines that require a composite head gasket and a 3.89-inch bore.

Key Features

  • Composite cylinder head gasket material for dependable sealing performance.
  • 0.04-inch thickness for the specified engine application.
  • 3.89-inch bore diameter, or 98.81 mm.
  • OEM-standard grade for service replacement use.
  • Gasket sealant is not included.

Detailed Application Information

This Mahle 3899 head gasket is listed for multiple Buick, Pontiac, and Jeep models, including Fits 1968-1972 Buick Skylark, N/A; Fits 1973-1977 Buick Regal, N/A; and Fits 1968-1971 Jeep Wagoneer, N/A. Fitment also includes other classic applications such as Buick LeSabre, Pontiac Bonneville, and Pontiac Catalina. The fitment notes call for cylinder head bolt replacement on many applications, and one Buick listing excludes cylinder head #1240142.

Mahle gaskets are used by OEMs and technicians worldwide for sealing applications that require consistent compression and surface conformity. Part number 3899 is a practical choice when replacing a worn or damaged engine cylinder head gasket on compatible Buick, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, and Jeep engines. This part number 3899 also cross-references FEL-PRO 8264 PT-1 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

  • Coolant or combustion leakage at the cylinder head interface.
  • Loss of compression from a deteriorated head gasket.
  • Sealing issues after cylinder head service or engine teardown.
  • Mismatch with the required composite gasket thickness or bore size.
  • Repeat sealing failure when the head bolts are not renewed as noted in fitment.

Installation Notes and Quality

Confirm engine code, cylinder head design, and the fitment notes before installation. Clean and inspect the mating surfaces carefully, and follow the application note to replace cylinder head bolts where specified. Verify that the gasket bore and thickness match the engine requirements before assembly.

Mahle 3899 is an OEM-standard sealing component backed by Mahle's global reputation for gasket engineering and OE-level supply experience.

This part fits 104 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersNotes
1981BuickElectra5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1980BuickElectra5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1980BuickEstate Wagon5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1980BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1980PontiacBonneville5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1980PontiacCatalina5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1980PontiacLaurentian5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1980PontiacParisienne5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1979BuickElectra5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1979BuickEstate Wagon5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1979BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1979PontiacBonneville5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1979PontiacCatalina5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1978BuickElectra5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1978BuickEstate Wagon5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1978BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1978BuickRiviera5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1978PontiacBonneville5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1978PontiacCatalina5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1977BuickCentury5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1977BuickElectra5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1977BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1977BuickRegal5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1977BuickRiviera5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1976BuickCentury5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1976BuickElectra5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1976BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1976BuickRegal5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1976BuickSkylark5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1976OldsmobileOmega5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1976PontiacVentura5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1975BuickApollo5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1975BuickCentury5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1975BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1975BuickRegal5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1975BuickSkylark5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1975OldsmobileOmega5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1975PontiacGrand Am5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1975PontiacLeMans5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1975PontiacVentura5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1974BuickApollo5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1974BuickCentury5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1974BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1974BuickRegal5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1973BuickApollo5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1973BuickCenturion5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1973BuickCentury5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1973BuickEstate Wagon5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1973BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1973BuickRegal5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1972BuickGS5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1972BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1972BuickSkylark5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1972BuickSportwagon5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1971BuickGS5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1971BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1971BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1971BuickSkylark5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1971BuickSportwagon5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1971JeepJ-1005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1971JeepJ-25005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1971JeepJ-26005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1971JeepJ-38005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1971JeepWagoneer5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970BuickEstate Wagon5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970BuickEstate Wagon5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1970BuickGS5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1970BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1970BuickSkylark5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970BuickSportwagon5.7LV8Cylinder Head Bolt Replacement Recommended; Composite; Except Cylinder Head # 1240142
1970JeepJ-1005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970JeepJ-25005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970JeepJ-26005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970JeepJ-27005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970JeepJ-35005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970JeepJ-36005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970JeepJ-37005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970JeepJ-38005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970JeepJ-45005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970JeepJ-46005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970JeepJ-47005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1970JeepWagoneer5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969BuickGS 3505.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969BuickSkylark5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969BuickSpecial5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969BuickSportwagon5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969JeepJ-1005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969JeepJ-25005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969JeepJ-26005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969JeepJ-27005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969JeepJ-35005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969JeepJ-36005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969JeepJ-37005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969JeepJ-38005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1969JeepWagoneer5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1968BuickGS 3505.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1968BuickLeSabre5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1968BuickSkylark5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1968BuickSpecial5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1968BuickSportwagon5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1968JeepJ-1005.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
1968JeepWagoneer5.7LV8Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket.
Directly replaces or cross-references 17 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
American Motors — 1233 446American Motors — 1242 569American Motors — 1382 145Chrysler — FSZ5039FEL-PRO — 8264 PT-1General Motors — 1242 569General Motors — 1382 145General Motors — 6808General Motors — 129556General Motors — 1231136General Motors — 1232180General Motors — 1235380General Motors — 1254760General Motors — 1255744General Motors — 1385145General Motors — 1385204Rol — HG31220