Gearboxes and drives
More informationOur offer includes both manual and automatic transmissions and various drive components, such as drive shafts and differentials (differentials, differential bearings, and other differential parts) for models such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, AUDI, Volkswagen, and many others.
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Part no. A2710320147-1
Mercedes W204 Petrol M271 Flywheel Starter Ring Gear A2710320147
£32.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 95534104030
Porsche Cayenne 955 9PA 3.0 TDI Transfer Box Case LLF 95534104030 WARRANTY
£569.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 09L300042F
AUDI A6 C6 4F Allroad 2.7 TDI Quattro Automatic Gearbox LWD 09L300042F WARRANTY
£617.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6793638
Axle Stopper BMW F01 F07 F10 F11 Plate Rear Right O/S Suspension 6793638
£13.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4M0971348K
Audi Q7 4M Gearbox Wiring Harness Transmission Cable Loom V6 TDI 4M0971348K
£18.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4E0599285A
Audi A8 S8 D3 Rear Axle Differential Bracket Mount Carrier 4E0599285A
£32.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8644292
BMW 3 Series F30 LCI 330e B48X Hybrid Gearbox Oil Inlet Pipe Line 8644292
£42.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7572661
BMW X1 E84 23dX 25dX xDrive Prop Drive Shaft Propshaft Petrol 7572661
£104.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2052703901
Mercedes W205 Automatic Gearbox 722993 722.993 A2052703801 WARRANTY
£949.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1J0521307D
Audi TT 8N Quattro Rear Propshaft Rubber Coupling Vibration Damper 1J0521307D
£28.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 068105269H
VW Volkswagen New Beetle 1.6 BFS Petrol Solid Flywheel Manual 068105269H
£85.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2214110547
Mercedes W212 Joint Disc Propshaft Universal Joint Rubber Wheel A2214110547
£23.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8644294
BMW 3 Series F30 LCI 330e B48X Hybrid Gearbox Oil Outlet Pipe Line 8644294
£47.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1713501110
Mercedes R171 Rear Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S Drive Shaft A1713501110
£89.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 05E105266R-1
Audi Q2 GA 35 TFSI Dual Twin Mass Flywheel Clutch Kit Set 05E105266R
£189.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A9063506701
Mercedes Sprinter W906 Rear Axle Differential Diff A9063506701 WARRANTY
£778.95
Delivery: Feb 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 9452673
BMW G10 G30 Drive Prop Shaft Front Axle Final Propshaft xDrive 808,4MM 9452673
£94.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. CV17-3B436-BD
Ford Fiesta Mk7 1.0 Petrol Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Manual CV17-3B436-BD
£23.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2114108906
Mercedes W211 OM642 Propshaft Drive Shaft Automatic Transmission A2114108906
£142.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2053503309
Mercedes W205 OM626 Diesel Rear Axle Driveshaft Right O/S A2053503309
£151.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1632800800
Mercedes ML W163 Transfer Box Case A1632800800 WARRANTY
£569.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8642909
Propshaft BMW F30 F32 F36 xDrive Automatic Transmission Prop Drive Shaft 8642909
£94.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8J0521101N
Audi TT 8J Quattro Propshaft Drive Prop Shaft Manual Transmission 8J0521101N
£237.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8615258
Electric Gearbox BMW F45 225xe Mini F60 ALL4 B38X 8615258 GE1F45GK WARRANTY
£408.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. NC-248-004-003
Ford Transit Mk6 Rear Axle Differential Diff RWD NC-248-004-003 WARRANTY
£284.95
Delivery: Feb 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2213504614
Mercedes C216 W221 M157 Rear Axle Differential Diff 2,65 A2213504614 WARRANTY
£949.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
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Part no. 4E0599133C
Audi A8 D3 Rear Axle Differential Holder Mount Bracket 4E0599133C
£13.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0AF300040S
Volkswagen Golf V 1K 2.0 SDI HHN Manual Gearbox 5 Speed HHN 0AF300040S WARRANTY
£636.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A4702600000
Mercedes W470 Automatic Transmission Gear Shift Cable A4702600000
£56.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7548102-1
Flywheel BMW E60 E65 E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 Automatic Petrol 7548102
£13.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2063507000
Mercedes C200 W206 M254 Petrol Driveshaft Rear Left Right N/O/S A2063507000
£203.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 95B521101AC
Porsche Macan 95B Propshaft Prop Drive Shaft 3.0 TDI Diesel 95B521101AC
£237.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2133502411
Mercedes GLC X253 Axle Driveshaft Rear Right O/S Drive Shaft A2133502411
£42.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1793822
Ford Transit Mk7 Front Axle Driveshaft Left N/S 2.2 TDCI Manual CC11-3B437-BB
£47.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2063504106
Mercedes W206 Rear Differential Support Bracket Mount A2063520000
£142.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 09F300035FX
Volkswagen Phaeton 3D 5.0 V10 4-Motion Automatic Gearbox 09F300035FX WARRANTY
£664.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8J0407272K
Audi TT 8J 2.0 TDI Axle Drive Shaft Manual Gearbox Front Right O/S 8J0407272K
£32.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6769634
BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Diesel 520d Gearbox Support Cradle Mount Bracket 6769634
£13.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7799634
BMW Mini Cooper D R55 R56 Diesel Automatic Gearbox Flywheel Ring 7799634
£37.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2730300312
Flywheel Mercedes W204 Petrol M272 M273 Flywheel Starter Ring Gear A2730300312
£42.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 05L105266J
Volkswagen Audi Skoda Seat 2.0 TFSI Petrol Twin Dual Mass Flywheel 05L105266J
£123.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 9806470
MINI Cooper One D R60 R61 Driveshaft Output Shaft Front Right O/S 976MM 9806470
£123.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2122707109
Mercedes W212 C218 W222 Automatic Gearbox 722931 722.931 A2122707109 WARRANTY
£1,804.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2474105000
Mercedes W177 W247 Propshaft Drive Prop Shaft Transmission A2474105000
£284.95
Delivery: Feb 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4G0399263AC
Audi RS6 C7 0BK Gearbox Cradle Lower Mount Support Bracket 4G0399263AC
£28.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8658661
Propshaft BMW G11 G32 630dX 730dX 750iX Prop Shaft xDrive Automatic 8658661
£189.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 2385262
BMW F45 Active Tourer 218i B38 Manual Gearbox 2385262 GS6-58BG AAJ WARRANTY
£1,329.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0GC300044E
Audi A3 8V 2.0 TDI DFGA Automatic Gearbox 7 Speed DSG UAW 0GC300044E WARRANTY
£1,899.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 06F105266AB-1
Audi A3 8P 2.0 FSI Petrol Clutch Flywheel Manual Gearbox 06F105266AG
£284.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. C1BR-7C453-AKD
Ford Fiesta Mk7 Gear Shifting Stick Lever 5 Speed Manual C1BR-7C453-AKD
£23.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5143455AA
Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD 4 Speed Automatic Gearbox DGL 5143455AA WARRANTY
£807.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1K0199555AT
Audi A3 8P Seat Leon Mk2 1P Gearbox Mount Support Bracket 2.0 TDI 1K0199555AT
£23.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 2282123
BMW E46 M3 Engine S54 Lever Gear Shifting Steptronic SMG Sequential Gearbox
£42.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 02S300051R
Audi A3 8V 1.6 TDI CXXB Manual Gearbox 6 Speed RSK 02S300051R WARRANTY
£712.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2312707201
Mercedes R231 SL400 Automatic Gearbox 725018 725.018 A2312707201 WARRANTY
£427.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1K0407271HT
Audi A3 8P Front Axle Driveshaft Front Left N/S 1.4 TFSI CAXC FWD 1K0407271HT
£37.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7565198-1
BMW E60 X3 E83 LCI 2.5si 3.0si 525xi Manual 6 Speed Gearbox WARRANTY
£522.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8673993
BMW F20 F30 F31 LCI Hose Radiator Transmission Oil Cooler 8673993
£13.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. AH22-7Z370-AC
Land Rover Discovery 4 L319 Gear Selector Shaft Mechanism AH22-7Z370-AC
£56.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 98637516301
Porsche Boxster 986 Gearbox Transmission Mount Bracket Left N/S 98637516301
£47.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 02Q300013T
Audi TT Mk2 8J 2.0 TDI Quattro Manual Gearbox 6 Speed NFM 02Q300013T WARRANTY
£474.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A4472400200
Mercedes Vito W447 Gearbox Mount Transmission Support Bracket Holder A4472400200
£37.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4E0407272Q
Audi A8 S8 D3 Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Drive Shaft 4E0407272Q
£23.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1K0199555CA
Seat Leon 1P VW Golf MK6 1.2 TSI Gearbox Mount Bracket Left N/S 1K0199555CA
£18.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8689559
BMW G01 G01 LCI Driveshaft Output Drive Shaft Rear Left Right N/O/S 8689559
£23.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. rhd-A6392670164
Mercedes Vito W639 Automatic Gearbox Gear Selector Lever Cable Line A6392670164
£28.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0AH300042T
Volkswagen Golf Mk7 1.2 TSI CJZB Manual Gearbox 5 Speed PKH 0AH300042T WARRANTY
£436.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. KV6R7C453CAC
Ford Transit Connect II Gearstick Gear Selector Stick Lever Manual KV6R7C453CAC
£23.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2462704900
Mercedes C117 X156 W176 W246 Gearbox Clutch Covering Plate Panel A2463700103
£237.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8E0407506P
Audi A4 B7 Wishbone Upper Control Arm Front Right O/S 8E0399263AG
£47.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1714103306
Propshaft Drive Shaft Mercedes SLK R171 M272 Automatic Transmission A1714103306
£170.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0BK300038H-1
Audi A7 4G 3.0 TDI CGQB Quattro Automatic Gearbox NVF Parts Set Kit 1087437252
£759.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4E0407720
Audi A8 D3 Front Heat Shield Drive Shaft Panel Cover Guard Right 4E0407720
£13.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A7009050100
Mercedes W177 Input RPM Sensor 1 Counter Automatic Transmission A7009050100
£47.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8V51-3B436-AAF
Ford Fiesta Mk7 Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Petrol Manual 8V51-3B436-AAF
£32.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 420317021D
Audi R8 42 Oil Cooler Radiator Gearbox Transmission 420317021D
£13.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7L0927131D
Volkswagen Touareg 7L Gearbox Transmission Module Control Unit 7L0927131D
£13.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 02E300062T
Volkswagen Scirocco III 2.0 TDI Automatic Gearbox DSG PYB 02E300062T WARRANTY
£1,329.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 08V500043
Audi A4 B7 3.2 FSI Quattro Manual Rear Differential 35/8 HUN 08V500043 WARRANTY
£664.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 2546718
Ford Ranger Wildtrak 3.2 TDCi Front Differential 3.55 EB3G-3B079-AH WARRANTY
£854.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8664962
BMW X1 F48 Gear Lever 6 Speed Manual Gearbox Shifter Linkage Mechanism 8664962
£108.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0B5300060F
Audi A6 A7 4G 3.0 TDI Quattro Automatic Gearbox S-Tronic PLX 0B5300060F WARRANTY
£2,042.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8681526
Electric Gearbox BMW i3 I01 60Ah Mega City E-Transmission GE1B130H WARRANTY
£664.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4K0521101G
Audi A6 C8 Automatic Gearbox Propshaft Cardan Shaft 3.0 TDI Quattro 4K0521101G
£237.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1773306300
Mercedes X118 OM654 Front Axle Drive Shaft Driveshaft Right O/S A1773306300
£80.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5N0711761
Seat Leon 5F Manual Gearbox Selector Bowden Cable End Linkage Catch 5N0711761
£13.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2512710185
Mercedes ML W164 Gearbox Vent Vacuum Pipe Line Transmission Hose A2512710185
£13.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7P0317037-1
VW Touareg 7P Gearbox Oil Cooler Transmission Cooling Radiator 7P0317037
£23.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2512802200
Mercedes ML 63 AMG W166 GL X166 4Matic Transfer Box Case A2512802200 WARRANTY
£1,234.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A4472400100
Mercedes Vito W447 Gearbox Mounting Mount Bracket Holder Carrier A4472400100
£51.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0B4409131E
Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Q5 8R Automatic Transmission Gearbox Differential 0B4409131E
£170.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7607681
BMW F10 Gear Selector Shifting Arm Lever Mechanism Manual 7607681
£37.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 09E300039GX
Audi S8 D3 5.2 FSI V10 BSM Quattro Automatic Gearbox KLW 09E300039GX WARRANTY
£1,187.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2904100400
Mercedes C238 4Matic Automatic Transmission Transfer Case Front Axle Propshaft
£189.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8N0521101H
Propshaft Audi TT 8N Quattro Drive Prop Shaft Centre Transmission 8N0521101H
£142.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7010977
BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Bracket F Bowden Cable Trunk lid 7010977
£13.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 95B317825C
Porsche Macan 95B Gearbox Oil Cooler Pipe Line Hose 95B317825C
£47.95
Free delivery: Feb 18
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 09D300038DX
Audi Q7 4L VW Touareg 7L 3.0 TDI Automatic Gearbox HXG 09D300038D WARRANTY
£569.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1886233
Ford Ranger Mk1 2.2 TDCI 4X4 Automatic Gearbox 6R80 FB3P-7000-BA WARRANTY
£1,614.95
Free delivery: Feb 19 – 26
If paid before 14:00
High-quality car gearboxes – GlobalParts offer
Advantages of modern gearboxes – smoothness and driving efficiency
Have you ever wondered what makes your car accelerate smoothly on the highway or effortlessly climb hills? The answer lies in your vehicle's drivetrain —the heart of the mechanism that transfers power from the engine to the wheels. Whether you drive a sleek Mercedes, a dynamic BMW, or or an Audi or a reliable Volkswagen, gearboxes and drivetrains play a key role. If you're looking for a modern automatic transmission for your luxury SUV or a reliable manual transmission for your compact city car, you've come to the right place! We offer used gearboxes in our store. and top-quality automotive transmissions for brands such as BMW , Mini , Mercedes , Audi , Volkswagen, Seat, Skoda, and Ford . This ensures that each part will perfectly fit your vehicle and ensure its reliable operation for years to come. We ensure that you can enjoy trouble-free operation of your vehicle in all conditions.
Definitions and Applications of Gearboxes
A gearbox is a mechanical or electronic-mechanical gear unit whose task is to adjust engine torque to current driving conditions. Modern vehicles use various types of gearboxes: manual (with a classic clutch), automatic (torque converter or planetary gears), and dual-clutch (DSG, Tiptronic, 7G-Tronic). In vehicles like the BMW E90, power can be transferred to the rear axle (RWD) or all wheels (xDrive), and the gearbox is an integral part of the entire drivetrain.
A wide selection of original gearboxes and drives
Our offer includes both manual and automatic transmissions, as well as various drive components, such as drive shafts and differentials ( differentials, differential bearings, and other differential parts ). Each product is carefully tested for quality and performance to ensure reliable operation and long service life. With your safety on the road and the comfort of your vehicle in mind, we provide only the best technological solutions, supported by years of experience in the automotive industry. Choose our products today and enjoy the peace of mind of knowing your car is running smoothly!
Comparison of gearbox types
| Box type | Number of gears | Application | Advantages | Compatibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual | 5-6 gears | Compacts, SUVs, sports cars | Full torque control, lower service costs | BMW, Audi, VW, Ford |
| Automatic | 6–9 gears | Limousines, SUVs | Driving comfort, smooth gear changes | Mercedes, BMW, Audi |
| Dual-clutch (DSG/7G-Tronic) | 6–8 gears | Modern premium models | Fast gear changes, high efficiency | VW, Mercedes, Skoda |
| Sequential | 5–7 gears | Sports, competitive | Dynamic operation, no torque interruptions | BMW M, Audi S |
Expert assistance in choosing the right gearbox or drive
Our specialists provide expert advice when choosing the perfect gearbox or drive for your vehicle . Their knowledge ensures that the selected gearbox or drive component will be a perfect fit for your car, ensuring smooth operation. They will also help you select the right drive components. Whether you need to repair an existing part or a complete drivetrain kit, our expertise will ensure the right choice. Our offer includes both driveshafts and differentials of the highest quality. Our goal is to provide only proven technological solutions supported by years of experience in the automotive industry. Therefore, you can be sure that the part you choose will be durable and reliable for many years of use. We also offer not only complete gearboxes but also numerous drive components such as driveshafts and differentials . All in one place! We invite you to take advantage of our expert assistance in selecting the right parts. Our specialists will be happy to advise you on the best solution tailored to your needs and expectations. Trust our products and see for yourself! Check out our offer today and take care of your car just as it takes care of you every mile of the way. We invite you to discover our offer! Find the perfect components for your vehicle and enjoy safety and comfort every mile of the way.
Compatibility and fit
When selecting a gearbox or driveline component, it's important to pay attention to the transmission code and OEM designation – these determine the full compatibility of the part with a given vehicle model. In the case of the BMW E90 or Audi A4 B8, the gearbox number (e.g., GA6HP19Z or 0B5 S-Tronic) allows you to select the identical transmission type. Using parts matching the OEM number ensures optimal fit, durability, and reduced operating costs.
Gearbox and Drive Category Components:
- Automatic gearboxes – Modern gearboxes ensuring smooth gear changes and driving comfort.
- Manual gearboxes – Precise mechanisms for dynamic driving and full control of the vehicle.
- Parts for automatic transmissions – Control modules, torque converters and other key components.
- Flywheels and gears – They are responsible for torque transmission and the stability of the drive system.
- Manual transmission parts – Gears, synchronizers and other mechanical components ensuring reliable operation of manual gearboxes.
- Gear shift levers, connectors and cables – Precision components enable smooth gear changes.
- Torque converters – Key components of torque converters in automatic transmissions.
- Gearbox sensors – Monitor and optimize drive system performance, ensuring a smooth ride.
- Axles – Drive system components that transmit torque to the vehicle's wheels.
- Clutch parts and kits – Components necessary for transmitting torque in manual drive systems.
- Drive shafts – They are responsible for transferring power from the engine to the wheels, ensuring a smooth ride.
- Differentials and parts – They are responsible for distributing torque to the wheels, improving vehicle stability.
- Cardan joints and parts – They provide a flexible connection between the drive shaft and other system components.
- Mounting parts and drive brackets – Elements supporting the assembly and stabilization of drive systems.
- Oil coolers and hoses – They are responsible for optimal cooling of drive systems and gearboxes.
- Transfer cases – Key components in four-wheel drive vehicles that distribute torque between the axles.
- Parts for transfer cases – Elements ensuring their proper operation, such as gears, bearings and seals.
- Gearbox and drive mounts – They are responsible for stabilizing the gearbox and drive system in the vehicle.
- Gearbox controllers – Electronic units managing the operation of transmissions in automatic drive systems.
- Wires, harnesses and connectors – Key components ensuring communication between drive system components.
The principle of operation of a car drive
A car's drivetrain is a set of components that collectively transfer power from the engine to the wheels. Depending on the vehicle's design, we distinguish between front-wheel drive (FWD), rear-wheel drive (RWD), and all-wheel drive (AWD or 4x4). The BMW E90 with xDrive features a torque splitter that automatically redirects power to the axle with the best traction. This solution increases driving stability, especially on wet or slippery surfaces.
What functions do gearboxes and drives perform?
Gearboxes and drivetrains play a key role in ensuring optimal performance and a smooth ride:
- Torque Transfer – Ensures efficient use of engine power in various driving conditions.
- Reduced fuel consumption – Efficient gearboxes and drives allow for more efficient fuel consumption and reduced energy losses.
- Smooth gear changes – Thanks to the appropriate components, the gearbox operates efficiently, eliminating jerking and vibrations.
- Ensuring stability and control – Differentials and transfer cases enable efficient transfer of power to the wheels depending on road conditions. Used car parts, such as gearboxes, drive shafts and differentials, offer an economical solution for every vehicle.
Application examples and technical data
In ZF 6HP automatic transmissions (used in BMW 3 and 5 Series models, among others), gear shift times are approximately 200 ms, guaranteeing smooth, jerk-free acceleration. In Getrag 6-speed manual transmissions, the gear ratios are optimized for fuel economy and synchronizer durability. These parameters directly translate into comfort and longevity of the entire drivetrain.
How to choose the right parts for gearboxes and drives?
- Vehicle fit – At Global Parts you will find drivetrain parts that perfectly fit BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen and more .
- Technical condition – Used gearboxes and drives should be free from excessive wear, mechanical damage and leaks.
- Gearbox Type – Choose components suitable for manual, automatic or sequential transmissions.
- Drivetrain Compatibility – Make sure the components you choose are compatible with your vehicle's drivetrain type (FWD, RWD, AWD).
How to take care of gearboxes and drivetrain?
- Regular oil changes – Prevents excessive gear wear and ensures smooth gear changes.
- Controlling play and tension – Avoids unnecessary vibrations and noise in the drive system.
- Repair or replacement on time - In case of damage, choose car parts that will ensure long-lasting performance.
Operating instructions
Regularly checking the level and quality of your transmission oil is key to maintaining the durability of your transmission. For automatic transmissions, it's recommended to change the oil every 60,000–80,000 km, and for manual transmissions, every 100,000 km. Drive shafts and universal joints require periodic lubrication to avoid play and vibration at higher speeds.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about gearboxes and DRIVES
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What does a gearbox do in a car? | A gearbox is a gear assembly that allows you to change gear ratios between the engine and the wheels, adapting torque to driving speed. |
| How does a car's drive work? | The drive is the system that transfers power from the engine to the wheels – depending on the type (FWD, RWD, AWD) it differs in the arrangement of shafts and differentials. |
| What is the difference between a manual and an automatic transmission? | A manual transmission requires the driver to operate the clutch and shift gears, while an automatic transmission automatically adjusts the gear ratios to driving conditions. |
| How do I check which gearbox fits my car? | The surest way is to check the gearbox code (e.g. on the data plate) or VIN number – this ensures full OEM fit. |
| What symptoms indicate a drive problem? | Vibrations, noises when starting or jerking may indicate a worn universal joint or play in the drive shaft. |
| Do BMW E90 gearboxes fit other models? | Some versions (e.g. 6HP19) are compatible with BMW E60 or X3 models, provided that the OEM number and drive type match. |
| Is replacing the gearbox cost-effective? | Yes – used, proven gearboxes offer up to 60% savings compared to new ones, while maintaining full functionality. |
Summary: Gearboxes and Drivetrains at Global Parts Automotive Store
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