Drive shafts
More informationAt Global Parts, we offer a wide selection of original used car parts, including drive shafts for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen, and others. Each drive shaft we offer undergoes quality control to ensure you receive a top-quality product.
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Part no. 8E0407272AR
Audi A4 B7 Drive Shaft Front Axle Right O/S Driveshaft Quattro 8E0407272AR
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Audi A6 C8 Front Axle Left Right N/O/S Drive Shaft 2.0 TDI 4K0407271B
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Part no. 5Q0407272DB
Audi A3 8V VW Golf VII 1.4 TSI Front Axle Drive Shaft Right O/S 5Q0407272DB
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Part no. 5N0107761F
Audi Q3 8U 2.0 TDI Driveshaft Front Left N/S Axle Drive Shaft 5N0107761F
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Part no. 5QF505226C
Audi RSQ3 F3 2.5 TFSI DNWA Rear Axle Drive Shaft Right O/S 5QF505226C
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Part no. 1K0501204F
Audi Q3 8U Quattro Drive Shaft Rear Right O/S Driveshaft Diesel 1K0501204F
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Part no. 83A501204C
Audi RSQ3 F3 2.5 TFSI DNWA Rear Axle Drive Shaft Right O/S 83A501204C
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Part no. 6R00407761S
Audi A1 8X Driveshaft Front Left N/S Axle Drive Shaft 6R00407761B
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Part no. 3Q0407272AG
Audi TT FV Q3 Mk2 VW Tiguan Mk3 Front Axle Drive Shaft Right O/S 3Q0407272AG
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Part no. 1K0407271DJ
Audi A3 8P Petrol Front Axle Driveshaft Left N/S 1K0407271DJ
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Part no. 5Q0407272FN
Audi S3 8Y Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Drive Shaft 5Q0407272FN
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Part no. 6R0407764P
Audi A1 8X Seat Ibiza Mk4 Front Axle Driveshaft Drive Shaft Right O/S 6R0407764P
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Part no. 5WA501204A
Audi S3 8Y Driveshaft Rear Axle Right O/S Drive Shaft 5WA501204A
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Audi S3 8Y Driveshaft Rear Axle Left N/S Drive Shaft 5WA501203A
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Part no. 8N0407271E
Audi TT 8N Quattro Front Driveshaft Side Drive Shaft Left N/S 8N0407271E
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Audi TT 8N Quattro Front Driveshaft Side Drive Shaft Right O/S 8N0407272E
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Part no. 8E0407272BQ
Audi A4 B7 Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Drive Shaft 8E0407272BQ
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Part no. 4F0407272G
Audi A6 C6 2.0 TDI CAHA Driveshaft Front Right O/S Manual Gearbox 4F0407272G
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Part no. 5N0407763G
Audi Q3 8U Driveshaft Drive Shaft Front Left N/S Manual 5N0407763G
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Part no. 7L0407271F
Audi Q7 4L Front Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S Drive Shaft 7L0407271F
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Part no. 8K0407271P
Audi A5 8T Driveshaft Front Left Right N/O/S Drive Shaft 8K0407271P
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Part no. 5WA501203
Audi RS3 8Y VW Golf R Mk8 Driveshaft Drive Shaft Rear Axle Left N/S 5WA501203
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Part no. 5QF407272N
Audi Q3 FY VW Volkswagen Tiguan AD1 Driveshaft Front Right O/S Side 5QF407272N
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Part no. 5WA501204
Audi RS3 8Y VW Golf R Mk8 Driveshaft Rear Axle Right O/S Drive Shaft 5WA501204
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Part no. 8P0501204
Audi RS3 8V Driveshaft Rear Axle Right O/S Drive Shaft 8P0501204
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Part no. 5Q0407272ER
Audi A3 8P Volkswagen Passat B6 B7 Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S 5Q0407272ER
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Part no. 5Q0407272DN
Audi A3 8V 35 TDI DFGA Diesel Front Axle Drive Shaft Right O/S 5Q0407272DN
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Part no. 1K0501203G
Audi TT 8J Skoda Yeti Drive Shaft Rear Axle Left N/S Driveshaft 1K0501203G
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Part no. 5Q0407271CR
Audi A3 8V 35 TDI Diesel Front Axle Drive Shaft Left N/S Automatic 5Q0407271CR
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Part no. 8E0407272BA
Audi A4 B7 Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Drive Shaft 8E0407272BA
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Part no. 8P0501203
Audi RS3 8V Driveshaft Rear Axle Left N/S Drive Shaft 8P0501203
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Part no. 80A501203F
Audi SQ5 FY 3.0 TFSI CWGD Rear Axle Drive Shaft Left N/S 80A501203F
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Part no. 1K0407272NJ
Audi A3 8P 2.0 TDI BMN Diesel Front Driveshaft Right O/S 1K0407272NJ
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Part no. 0B4409355C
Audi A6 C7 2.0 TDI CGLC Diesel Gearbox Flange Shift Manual Left N/S 0B4409355C
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Part no. 7L8501201
Audi Q7 4L 3.0 TDI BUG Rear Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S 7L8501201
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Part no. 1J0407271CH
Audi TT 8N 1.8 T AUM Petrol Engine Front Axle Driveshaft Left N/S 1J0407271CH
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Part no. 80A407271D
Audi Q5 SQ5 Front Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S Drive Shaft 80A407271D
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Part no. 8J0407271G
Audi TT 8J Front Axle Driveshaft Left N/S Drive Shaft 8J0407271G
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Part no. 8E0407271BE
Audi A4 B7 2.0 TFSI Engine Front Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S 8E0407271BE
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Part no. 8J0407762
Audi TTS 8J Driveshaft Front Right O/S Side Drive Shaft 8J0407762
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Part no. 5Q0407271H
Audi A3 8V 2.0 TDI CRLB Diesel Front Axle Drive Shaft Left N/S 5Q0407271H
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Part no. 3Q0501204
Audi TT FV Quattro Drive Shaft Rear Axle Right O/S Driveshaft 3Q0501204
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Part no. 6R0407762A
Audi A1 8X 1.6 TDI CXMA Diesel Front Driveshaft Right O/S 6R0407762A
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Part no. 8R0407271G
Audi Q5 8R Driveshaft Shaft Front Left N/S Drive Shaft 8R0407271G
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Part no. 8K0501203C
Audi A5 8T Rear Axle Drive Shaft Left Right N/O/S 8K0501203C
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Part no. 8W0407271D
Audi A4 B9 Front Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S Drive Shaft 8W0407271D
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Audi Q7 4L Front Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S Drive Shaft 8R0407271C
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Part no. 4F0407271N
Audi A6 C6 2.0 TDI Front Axle Left N/S Drive Shaft 4F0407271N
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Audi A6 C6 2.0 TDI Front Axle Right O/S Drive Shaft 4F0407272N
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Part no. 8K0407451D
Audi A5 8T 3.0 TDI Quattro Front Axle Drive Shaft Left Right N/O/S 8K0407451D
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Part no. 0BL409355
Audi A8 D4 Differential Shaft Left N/S Flanged Shaft 4.2 TDI Quattro 0BL409355
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Part no. 3Q0407720C
Audi S3 8Y Driveshaft Heat Shield Protection Plate Panel Right O/S 3Q0407720C
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Part no. 8J0407761D
Audi TT FV Driveshaft Axle Drive Shaft Front Left N/S 8J0407761D
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Part no. 5WA407272M
Audi Q2 GA 35 TFSI DXDB Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S 5WA407272M
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Part no. 1K0407272SP
Drive Shaft Audi A3 8V 1.6 TDI Front Right O/S Driveshaft Shaft 1K0407272SP
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Part no. 0AA409271B
Audi Q7 4L Differential Shaft Left N/S Flanged Shaft 3.0 TDI Quattro 0AA409271B
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Part no. 4G0407271A
Audi A6 C7 Driveshaft Front Right O/S Side Drive Shaft 4G0407271A
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Part no. 02D525355B
Audi TT 8J A3 8P Skoda Yeti 5L Rear Axle Flanged Shaft Left N/S 02D525355B
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Part no. 02D525356
Audi TT 8J A3 8P Skoda Yeti 5L Rear Axle Flanged Shaft Right O/S 02D525356DB
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Part no. 8W0407271M
Audi A4 B9 8W 2.0 TFSI DMSB Driveshaft Front Axle Left Right N/O/S 8E0407272AT
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Part no. 6R00407761B
Audi A1 8X Driveshaft Shaft Front Left N/S 6R00407761B
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Part no. 5Q0407721B
Audi A3 8V Skoda Octavia Mk3 Heat Shield Front Right O/S Drive Shaft 5Q0407721B
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Drive shafts – structure and function in the vehicle drivetrain
The importance and principle of operation of drive shafts in power transmission
Driveshafts are fundamental components of the drivetrain, responsible for transferring torque from the engine or transmission to the vehicle's wheels. Their reliability and precision are crucial for a smooth ride, safety, and durability of the entire drivetrain. At Global Parts, you'll find a wide selection of used car parts. , including drive shafts, fitted to BMW , Audi , Mercedes , Volkswagen , Mini and others.
What role do drive shafts play?
Drive shafts are an essential link in the drivetrain and perform several key functions:
- Torque Transfer – Responsible for transferring energy from the engine or gearbox to the vehicle axles.
- Vibration damping – Thanks to joints and flexible connections, drive shafts minimize vibrations, which improves driving comfort.
- Providing flexibility – Joints and shafts allow for power transmission in various planes, adapting to the movement of the suspension and steering system. Drive shafts are made of durable materials such as hardened steel, ensuring their durability in extreme conditions. A driveshaft typically consists of steel tubes with a diameter of 50 to 100 mm, universal joints or CV joints, bearing supports, and mounting hardware. In vehicles such as the BMW E60 530d, BMW X3 E83 or the Mercedes Vito 639, multi-element shafts are also used, enabling power transmission over large distances between the gearbox and the drive axle. In delivery models, e.g., the VW LT 35, the shafts can reach lengths of over 2 meters, which requires precise balancing.
Why is it worth taking care of drive shafts?
Damaged or worn drive shafts can lead to serious problems such as:
- Noise and vibration – May indicate worn joints or improper shaft balance.
- Transmission problems – These can result in a loss of smooth driving or even drivetrain failure.
- Shortened lifespan of other components – Such as axles, transmissions or suspension. At Global Parts, we offer original used drive shafts that have been thoroughly tested for quality and durability. It's worth knowing that vibration intensity can often be related to rotational speed. For example:
- in the range of 40–60 km/h, vibrations may indicate wear of the joints,
- at 80–120 km/h they most often concern shaft imbalance. Such data helps diagnose problems more accurately and select the right replacement more quickly.
How to choose the right drive shaft?
When choosing a drive shaft, there are several key factors to consider:
- Vehicle-specific fit – Every drivetrain has its own unique requirements. At Global Parts, you'll find driveshafts perfectly matched to BMW , Audi , Mercedes , Volkswagen , Mini , and more.
- Technical condition – Make sure the shaft is free from mechanical damage such as cracks or corrosion and that the joints operate smoothly.
- Balance and length – Proper shaft balance and dimensions are crucial for the proper operation of the drive system.
Table of sample shaft lengths and types for popular models
| Vehicle model | Shaft type | Number of elements | Approximate length |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW E60 530d | 2-piece shaft | 2 | approx. 1700–1800 mm |
| BMW X3 E83 | 2-piece shaft | 2 | approx. 1650 mm |
| Mercedes Vito 639 | 3-piece shaft | 3 | approx. 2200–2400 mm |
| VW LT 35 | 2-3 element shaft | 2–3 | up to 2600 mm |
Why choose used drive shafts?
Used car parts , such as drive shafts, are a practical solution that allows you to save money while maintaining high quality. By choosing used drive shafts, you benefit from:
- Lower costs – Used components are much cheaper than new ones, but offer equally high quality.
- Ecology – Recycling car parts supports environmental protection and reduces waste.
- A wide range – In our store you will find drive shafts for the most popular car brands. Dismantled driveshafts often come from fleet or service vehicles that have had their wear and tear components regularly replaced. As a result, many are in excellent technical condition and dimensional compliance with the original. This also applies to specialized models, such as the BMW E60 530d driveshaft, the BMW X3 E83 driveshaft, the Vito 639 driveshaft, or the VW LT 35 driveshaft .
How to take care of the drive shaft?
To ensure that the drive shaft functions reliably for a long time, it is worth following a few rules:
- Regularly check the condition of the joints and rubber boots to prevent them from wearing out.
- Monitor shaft balance, especially after replacing other drivetrain components.
- Keep joints properly lubricated according to the manufacturer's recommendations. If you need to replace your driveshaft, you'll find the right used car parts at Global Parts. that will restore full functionality to your vehicle.
Description of the control procedure
Regular checkups typically include:
- Evaluation of radial and axial play in joints.
- Checking the stiffness of the shaft support and rubber bearing.
- Assessment of the condition of the crosspieces and possible leaks.
- Balance measurement in a specialized machine ("G16" standard for automotive shafts).
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about drive shafts
FAQ (question - answer)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is a drive shaft? | A driveshaft is a component of the drivetrain that transmits torque from the engine or gearbox to the drive axle or axle. |
| What is the difference between a single-element and a multi-element shaft? | A single-piece shaft is stiff and used in shorter vehicles, while multi-piece shafts (2-3 parts) allow operation at greater distances and variable angles. |
| What does VIN shaft compatibility mean? | It means matching in terms of length, type of joints and construction - thanks to the VIN number, a component is selected that is structurally identical to the factory one. |
| How to recognize drive shaft imbalance? | Most often after vibrations at higher speeds, especially in the range of 80–120 km/h. |
| Does the drive shaft from the BMW E60 530d fit other engine versions? | Typically not—they vary in length and pipe diameter. Each variant is selected individually. |
| Do the shafts for the Mercedes Vito 639 differ depending on the body length version? | Yes, the Long and Extra-Long versions use different shaft segment lengths and configurations. |
| Which models most often use 3-piece shafts? | Primarily commercial vehicles such as the Mercedes Vito 639 and VW LT 35. |
Summary: Drive Shafts at Global Parts Automotive Store
Driveshafts are key components of the drivetrain, contributing to smoothness, comfort, and safety. By maintaining their technical condition, you ensure your vehicle's reliability and longevity. The Global Parts automotive store invites you to browse our extensive selection of genuine used car parts . Whether you're looking for car parts for BMW , Audi , Volkswagen , Mercedes, Mini , and more, you'll find them at competitive prices. We strive to ensure every customer finds the right parts for their car, and if you have any questions or concerns about selecting the right components, we're happy to help! Please contact us – we're here to help! For more information and interesting facts, visit our automotive blog .