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. 1K0407271LB
Drive Shaft Audi A3 8V 1.6 TDI Front Left N/S Driveshaft Shaft 1K0407271LB
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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. 7566087
Drive Shaft BMW F01 F12 N63 550i 650i Rear Axle Left N/S Output Shaft 7566087
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Part no. 6C113B437BE
Ford Transit MK7 2.2 TDCi Drive Shaft Front Left N/S Driveshaft 6C113B437BE
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Part no. 7566088
Drive Shaft BMW F01 F12 N63 550i 650i Rear Axle Right O/S Output Shaft 7566088
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Part no. 9660782880
Citroen Berlingo B9 Drive Shaft Output Shaft Front Axle Right O/S 9660782880
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Part no. A1773309000
Drive Shaft Mercedes W117 W247 Front Left N/S Axle Driveshaft A1773309000
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Part no. 7581028
BMW F10 F11 B47 N47N Rear Axle Right O/S Output Drive Shaft Driveshaft 7581028
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Part no. 1227773
BMW 3 E36 316i 318i 5 Speed Drive Prop Shaft Propshaft Manual 1227773
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Part no. 7614290
Rear Driveshaft BMW F10 F11 N47S1 Axle Right O/S Output Shaft Automatic 7614290
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Part no. 7553564
BMW 1 3 E87 E90 130i 325i 330i N52 Output Shaft Right O/S Drive Shaft 7553564
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Part no. A2463309300
Drive Shaft Mercedes C117 X156 W176 Front Right O/S Axle Driveshaft A2463309300
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Part no. A2463309500
Driveshaft Mercedes W242 W246 OM651 Front Axle Right Output Shaft A2463309500
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Part no. 8643373
BMW X1 1 Series F48 F40 Front Left N/S Output Drive Shaft 8643373
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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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Part no. 2323888-1
Ford Transit Custom 2.0 Ecoblue Diesel Driveshaft Right O/S 2323888
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Part no. 2K3407271B
VW Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Front Axle Left N/S Drive Shaft 2K3407271B
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Part no. A1693704772
Mercedes W169 M266 OM640 Front Right O/S Axle Drive Shaft Automatic A1693704772
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Part no. A2033504356
Mercedes W203 Drive Shaft Rear Left Right N/O/S Petrol Output Shaft A2033504356
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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. 1K0407272JB
Audi A3 8P Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S 1.8 TFSI CDAA Petrol 1K0407272JB
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Part no. A1773505700
Mercedes W177 AMG Drive Shaft Rear Left N/S Axle Output Shaft A1773505700
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Part no. A2123502210
Mercedes W212 AMG Drive Shaft Rear Axle Left Right Output Shaft A2123502210
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Part no. A1773505800
Mercedes W177 AMG Drive Shaft Rear Right O/S Axle Output Shaft A1773505800
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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. A1773301801
Mercedes W177 W247 Automatic Transmission Driveshaft Front Left N/S A1773301801
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Part no. 5Q0407271CQ
Audi VW Seat Skoda Drive Shaft Front Left N/S Driveshaft 5Q0407271CQ
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Part no. A2114104506
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W211 E 270 CDI Drive Prop Shaft Propshaft Automatic
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Part no. 8J0407762J
Audi TT 8J Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Drive Shaft 8J0407762J
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Part no. A9063502810
Mercedes Sprinter W906 Rear Axle Driveshaft Left N/S Drive Shaft A9063502810
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Part no. 7557161
BMW 5 E60 E61 520i 523i 525i Drive Prop Shaft Propshaft Automatic 7557161
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Part no. A2133303603
Drive Shaft Mercedes W213 A238 Front Axle Right O/S Driveshaft A2133303603
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Part no. A2213501810
Mercedes W221 Diesel Rear Left Right N/O/S Axle Output Drive Shaft A2213501810
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Part no. A9063502910
Mercedes Sprinter W906 Rear Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Drive Shaft A9063502910
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Part no. 1496579
Ford Transit 85 2.2 TDCI Front Axle Drive Shaft Right O/S 1496579
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Part no. 9680276880
Peugeot 207 1.6 HDI Driveshaft Supporting Bracket Mount Holder Axle 9680276880
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Part no. 1K0407271EE
Drive Shaft Audi A3 8P Volkswagen Golf 5 6 Front Left N/S Driveshaft 1K0407271EE
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Part no. 1K0407272RE
Skoda Octavia II Audi A3 8P 2.0 TFSI Front Driveshaft Right O/S 1K0407272RE
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Part no. 1K0407272EN
VW Golf 5 6 Driveshaft Axle Shaft Front Right 1K0407272EN
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Part no. 7508629
BMW X5 SERIES E53 DRIVE SHAFT ASSY FRONT FINAL DRIVE FRONT AXLE 774MM 7508629
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Part no. 5Q0407271BT
Volkswagen Golf CD1 Front Axle Drive Shaft Driveshaft Left N/S 5Q0407271BT
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Part no. A1663303300
Mercedes GLE C292 350d 4matic Coupe Front Axle Driveshaft Left N/S A1663303300
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Part no. 1229063
BMW 3 E36 316i 318i Drive Prop Shaft Propshaft Driveshaft Automatic 1229063
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Part no. A2463307700
Drive Shaft Mercedes W176 W246 M607 Front Right O/S Axle Manual A2463307700
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Part no. A2033503056
Mercedes W203 Drive Output Shaft Rear Left Right N/O/S Axle Shaft A2033503056
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Part no. A1633300401
Mercedes ML W163 Front Axle Left N/S Output Drive Shaft A1633300401
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Part no. A1693706372
Mercedes W169 W245 Front Left Axle DriveShaft Automatic A1693706372
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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. 8200684227
Renault Master Mk2 Driveshaft Supporting Bracket Mount Front Axle 8200684227
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Part no. A1633500210
Mercedes W163 Rear Axle Output Drive Shaft A1633500210
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Part no. 1229587
BMW E46 Petrol Drive Shaft Rear Axle Left N/S Driveshaft Manual Gearbox 1229493
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Part no. 3M513B436NH
Ford Focus MK2 C-Max 2.0 TDCi Driveshaft Front Right O/S Shaft 3M513B436NH
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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. A2043502010
Drive Shaft Mercedes W204 Diesel OM646 Rear Left Right Output Shaft A2043502010
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Part no. 7567933
BMW 1 Series E82 E88 135i N54 Drive Prop Shaft Propshaft Manual 7567933
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Part no. 1229592
BMW E46 E85 Drive Shaft Rear Axle Right 1229496
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Part no. A1683701872
Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 Front Right O/S Axle Drive Half Shaft A1683701872
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Part no. A2513501410
Mercedes W251 Rear Axle Driveshaft Left N/S Drive Shaft A2513501410
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Part no. 3272LW
Drive Shaft Citroen Berlingo Peugeot Partner Front Axle Left N/S Output 3272LW
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Part no. A1693607172
Mercedes A B Class W169 W245 Front Left N/S Axle Drive Half Shaft A1693607172
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Part no. 7565290
BMW 1 Series E81 E87 LCI Manual Drive Prop Shaft 120d N47 Diesel 7565290
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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. 1J0407271CH
Audi TT 8N 1.8 T AUM Petrol Engine Front Axle Driveshaft Left N/S 1J0407271CH
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Part no. 7639432
Drive Shaft Mini F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 Driveshaft Front Right O/S Side 7639432
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Part no. 8611936
Mini F55 F56 F57 Front Right Axle O/S Automatic Output Shaft Driveshaft 8611936
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Part no. 8200974845
Driveshaft Bracket Renault Scenic III 1.5 dCi Right Support Mount 8200974845
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Part no. A2113500356
Mercedes W211 OM646 Drive Output Shaft Rear Left N/S Axle Shaft A2113500356
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Part no. 8607271
Mini Cooper D F55 F56 B37 Drive Output Shaft Front Left Manual 8607271
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Part no. 8K0407271S
Audi A4 B8 Front Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S Drive Shaft 8K0407271S
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Part no. 8643375
Output Drive Shaft BMW F45 X1 F48 B47 B48 Front Axle Left N/S 8643375
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Part no. A2463309200
Drive Shaft Mercedes W176 W246 M270 Diesel Front Left N/S Axle A2463309200
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Part no. A1663301500
Mercedes W166 C292 Front Axle Drive Shaft Right O/S 4Matic Drive A1663301500
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Part no. 5A2DFD2
Drive Shaft BMW F40 F45 Mini F54 F60 Front Right O/S Axle Output Shaft 5A2DFD2
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Part no. A2463301401
Driveshaft Mercedes GLA X156 OM651 Front Axle Left N/S Output Shaft A2463301401
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Part no. 3M513B437NH
Ford Focus MK2 C-Max 2.0 TDCi Shaft Front Left N/S Driveshaft 3M51-3B437-NH
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Part no. 6R0407764M
Audi A1 8X Driveshaft Front Axle Right O/S Drive Shaft 6R0407764M
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Part no. A1643302101
Mercedes X164 Drive Shaft Front Right O/S Axle Drive Half Shaft A1643302101
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Part no. 8681529
Drive Shaft BMW X1 F48 Mini F60 B48C Output Shaft Front Left N/S Axle 8681529
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Part no. 1K0407271LA
Volkswagen VW Passat B7 Front Axle Driveshaft Left N/S Petrol 1K0407271LA
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Part no. 7614493
Drive Shaft BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Diesel Output Shaft Left N/S D=27MM 7614493
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Part no. 5Q0407272BN
Volkswagen VW Passat B7 Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Petrol 5Q0407272BN
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Part no. 7561791
BMW 1 3 Series E81 E87 E90 Output Shaft Left N/S Driveshaft Drive Shaft 7561791
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Part no. 7523963
BMW E87 118d Output Drive Shaft Left N/S 7523963
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Part no. 8634242
Driveshaft BMW F20 F30 LCI B48 Rear Axle Output Shaft Right O/S D=27,6mm 8634242
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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. 1229495
BMW Z4 E85 Output Shaft 2.5i 3.0i M54 Rear Left N/S Drive Shaft 1229495
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Part no. 9680482880
Peugeot 308 3008 2.0 HDI Diesel Driveshaft Bracket Mount Axle Holder 9680482880
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Part no. 7523929
BMW 3 E46 320d M47N Drive Prop Shaft Propshaft Manual 7523929
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Part no. 1J0407271QG
Volkswagen VW New Beetle Drive Shaft Front Left N/S Petrol 1J0407271QG
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Part no. 8605472
Mini Cooper D R55 R56 R57 Front Right Axle O/S Output Drive Shaft Driveshaft
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Part no. A2463509500
Driveshaft Mercedes X117 4matic Rear Axle Left Output Shaft A2463509500
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Part no. 7588783
BMW Z4 E89 N52N Drive Shaft Rear Axle Left N/S Output Shaft Driveshaft 7588783
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Part no. 7519303
BMW 3 E46 316i 318i N42 N46 Drive Prop Shaft Propshaft Automatic 7519303
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Part no. A2533302200
Driveshaft Mercedes X253 GLC 220d Front Axle Output Shaft Right O/S A2533302200
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Part no. 8687782
BMW X3 G01 30dX B57 Diesel Drive Shaft Front Axle Right O/S Output Shaft 8687782
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Part no. 7511185
Driveshaft BMW E46 Rear Axle Left N/S Output Drive Shaft Petrol 7511185
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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. 7550770
BMW 1 Series E87 118d M47N2 Propshaft Drive Shaft Manual Gearbox 7550770
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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 .