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. 0BR525010B-2
Audi TT 8J Rear Axle Differential Part MMK Quattro 2.0 TDI CFGB 0BR525010B
€56.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1712709700
Mercedes SLK55 R171 AMG Automatic Gearbox 722907 722.907 1712703700 WARRANTY
€2,564.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2132401302
Mercedes W205 W213 Automatic Gearbox Support Holder Rear OM654 OM656 A2132401302
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7573542-8
Mini R50 R52 Automatic Gearbox Transmission Wheel Drive Actuator 7573542
€56.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0C8300036T
Volkswagen Touareg 7P 3.0 TDI Automatic Gearbox Transmission 0C8300036T WARRANTY
€1,187.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0BC500044D
Audi A8 4H 3.0 TDI Quattro Rear Axle Differential Diff NPR 0BC500044D WARRANTY
€237.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. AH22-7Z326-AB
Land Rover Discovery 4 L319 Transfer Box ECU Mount Bracket AH22-7Z326-AB
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 3439814-2
BMW X3 E83 2.0d M47N2 Diesel 6 Speed Manual Gearbox GS6X37DZ H021 H021A WARRANTY
€360.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8639890
BMW 3 F30 LCI 330e Hybrid B48X Automatic Gearbox Heat Insulation Shield Plate
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1633300005
Mercedes ML W163 Front Differential Diff 3,46 Ratio A1633300005 WARRANTY
€161.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7611991
BMW X1 E84 Transmission Oil Cooler Line Pipe Hose Radiator Z4 E89 Petrol 7611991
€80.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1693520088-1
Mercedes A-Class W169 1 Rear Axle Bridge Subframe Beam Carrier Trim Cover Panel
€47.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 01X300044R
Audi A6 C6 2.0 TFSI Manual Gearbox Transmission 6 Speed LDW 01X300044R WARRANTY
€617.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. LR045477
Range Rover L405 4.4 SDV8 Transfer Case Box LR045477 CPLA-7K780-AB WARRANTY
€598.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0GC300013J
Audi Q3 F3 2.0 TDI Automatic Gearbox S-Tronic UDC 0GC300013J WARRANTY
€1,234.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8744948
BMW X3 G01 X4 G02 M40dX B57 Automatic Gearbox GA8HP75X 8744948 WARRANTY
€1,899.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8632187
Torque Converter BMW F20 125d N47S1GA8HP Automatic Transmission Gearbox 8632187
€284.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0B4300027A-1
Audi S4 B8 3.0 TFSI CAKA Quattro Manual Gearbox 6 Speed KMR 0B4300040E WARRANTY
€854.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1764100100
Propshaft Mercedes CLA X117 C117 4matic Automatic Gearbox Propshaft A1764100100
€284.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2122706109
Automatic Gearbox Mercedes W204 C207 W212 722908 722.908 A2122704409 WARRANTY
€693.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1712700084
Mercedes SLK R171 W204 W212 Automatic Gearbox Oil Pipe Line Hose A1712700084
€37.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6798811
BMW 5 7 F01 F02 F10 F11 Axle Stopper Plape Rear Axle Left 6798811
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0FN409053-1
Audi A3 S3 8V Transfer Box Part Flange Wheel 2.0 TFSI Quattro 0FN409053
€113.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6780135
BMW E90 E92 335d M57N2 Vibration Absorber Rear Differential 6780135
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2513500610
Mercedes W251 Rear Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Drive Shaft A2513500610
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8687653
Mini One F56 F57 Petrol B38 Manual Gearbox 6 Speed GS6-59SG 8687653 WARRANTY
€664.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 3420709
BMW X3 E83 Drive Shaft Rear Axle Left N/S Output Shaft 3417391
€56.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2032420801
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W203 Gearbox Holder Bracket Mount A2032420801
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6784359
Mini Cooper D R55 R56 W16 R60 N47N Gearbox Mount Holder Bracket 6784359
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2572702100
Mercedes W205 X253 Automatic Gearbox 725008 725.008 A2572702100 WARRANTY
€949.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2213511418
Mercedes-Benz W221 Rear Axle Differential Holder Mounting Right O/S A2213511418
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. LR036587
Range Rover L405 4,4 Automatic Gearbox Transmission 8HP70 CPLA-7000-CC WARRANTY
€645.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6776522
BMW E60 E60N E61 E61N LCI Cross Member Gearbox Suspension Petrol 6776522
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0BP525015K
Volkswagen Touareg 7P 3.0 TDI Rear Axle Differential Diff 0BP525015K WARRANTY
€218.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 9488509
BMW F45 F46 LCI Mini S F56 F60 Automatic Gearbox 7DCT300 9488509 WARRANTY
€1,092.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A6280300012
Gearbox Flywheel Mercedes W203 W211 M112 Starter Ring A1120320247
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8644245
BMW F20 F21 LCI Left N/S Output Drive Shaft B37 Diesel 8644245
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2660300012
Mercedes W169 W245 OM640 Gearbox Flywheel Starter Ring A2660300012
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2213511318
Mercedes-Benz W221 Rear Axle Differential Holder Mounting Left N/S A2213511318
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7627527
BMW F20 118d N47N Automatic Gearbox 7627527 GA8HP45Z WARRANTY
€427.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0FD300040
Porsche Macan 3.0 TDI AWD Automatic Gearbox Dual Clutch A5B00 0FD300040 WARRANTY
€1,852.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. LR043761
Range Rover L405 Transmission Bearing Damper Vibration Absorber CPLA-3A791-AB
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0CQ525015B
Audi A3 S3 8V 2.0 TFSI Quattro Rear Axle Differential Diff 0CQ525015B WARRANTY
€1,139.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 9485370
BMW G11 G12 LCI 730i G32 630i B48D Automatic Gearbox GA8HP51Z 9485370 WARRANTY
€2,849.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7565314
BMW X5 Series E53 Front Axle Right O/S Drive Shaft Driveshaft 4WD 7565314
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7631348
Propshaft BMW F10 535d N57S N57Z Automatic Gearbox Drive Shaft L=1603MM 7631348
€165.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A7252804700
Mercedes C253 X253 Transfer Case Box Transmission A7252800100 WARRANTY
€522.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7630949
Automatic Gearbox BMW X1 E84 18dX 20dX Diesel N47 GA6HP19X 7630949 WARRANTY
€664.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7630832
BMW F01 F10 F12 F13 550i 650i 740d Rear Differential 3.08 Ratio 7630832 WARRANTY
€550.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. AV11-7C280-CB
Ford B-Max Gear Shifter Selector Bracket Mount Support Holder AV11-7C280-CB
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2513501610
Mercedes W251 Rear Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Drive Shaft A2513501610
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7548536
Mini Cooper S R52 R53 W11 Automatic Auto Gearbox 7540981 GA6F21WA ANA WARRANTY
€1,899.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6781222
Gearbox Mount BMW F07 F10 F11 Bracket Transmission Cross Member 6781222
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. CPLA-7J167-AC
Range Rover L405 Transmission Gear Cable Shift Lever Link CPLA7J167AC LR048174
€142.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7527357
BMW E90 E91 E92 330i Propshaft Drive Shaft Prop Shaft Automatic Gearbox 7527357
€51.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5A3B7C6
BMW F70 U06 U10 Mini F65 F66 B38L B38N Petrol Dual Twin Mass Flywheel 5A3B7C6
€332.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2054108801
Mercedes W205 M274 Petrol Drive Propshaft Prop Shaft Automatic A2054108801
€184.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0399151DB-1
Porsche Macan 95B Audi A4 B8 Gearbox Transmission Mount Bracket 8K0399151DB
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 95B525015M
Porsche Macan S 95B Rear Axle Differential Diff 95B525015M WARRANTY
€522.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7561798
BMW E90 325i N52 Rear Axle Right O/S Output Drive Shaft Driveshaft 7559092
€37.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 02E300054J
Audi A3 8P 2.0 TDI CFFB Automatic Gearbox Dual Clutch MSV 02E300054J WARRANTY
€1,044.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6771129
BMW E65 E66 760i 760Li N73 Gearbox Suspension Mounting Mount Support 6771129
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
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Part no. 0FN409053-2
Audi A3 S3 8V Transfer Box Part Flange Shaft Wheel 2.0 TFSI Quattro 0FN409053
€142.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1643501614
Mercedes W251 Rear Axle Differential Diff 2,92 Ratio A1643501614 WARRANTY
€113.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7615398
Propshaft BMW X1 E84 18d 20d 20i sDrive Prop Shaft Automatic Petrol 7615398
€170.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
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Part no. 7L6521101G
VW Volkswagen Touareg 7L BPE Front Axle Prop Shaft Tube L=694MM 7L6521101G
€66.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7560602
BMW E60 525i 530i N52 N52N N53 Rear Differential Diff 3,64 7560602 WARRANTY
€474.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1643302502-1
Mercedes W251 Front Axle Differential Flange Carrier 2,92 Ratio A1643302502
€80.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
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Part no. 7530961
BMW E65 E66 735i Petrol N62 Automatic Auto Gearbox GA6HP26Z 7530961 WARRANTY
€617.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6798812
BMW F01 F02 F10 F11 Axle Stopper Plape Rear Axle Right O/S 6798812
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. LR039594
Range Rover Vogue L405 4.4D Front Axle Differential 2.73 CPLA-3017-AD WARRANTY
€474.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2053506718-1
Mercedes W205 W213 C253 Rear Axle Differential Diff A2053509527 3,066 WARRANTY
€645.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. TVK500480
Range Rover L322 3.6 V6 4x4 Rear Axle Differential Diff 7H42-4W063-DC WARRANTY
€237.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2023505610
Mercedes W202 Rear Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S Drive Shaft A2023505610
€56.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A4474110000
Mercedes Vito W447 Propshaft Bracket Holder Prop Drive Shaft Mount A4474110000
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
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Part no. 7545076
Mini R50 R52 Manual Transmission Switching Unit GS5-52BG 7545083
€265.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7L6521101Q
Audi Q7 4L Front Propshaft Drive Shaft Automatic Transmission 7L6521101Q
€142.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2573506400
Mercedes W213 C238 C257 AMG Rear Differential Diff A2573506400 3,06 WARRANTY
€1,757.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8605467
BMW Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 Driveshaft Output Shaft Front Left N/S
€37.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
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Part no. 7L8501201A
Audi Q7 4L Driveshaft Rear Axle Left Right N/O/S Drive Shaft 7L8501201A
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2820303400
Mercedes W177 M282 Petrol Engine Flywheel Dual Mass A2820303400
€327.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0B5300056D
Audi A4 B8 A5 8T 2.0 TDI CGLC Quattro Automatic Gearbox NSA 0B5300056D WARRANTY
€2,469.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6G9N-R6K034-AG
Range Rover Evoque L538 Transmission Mount Reinforcement Bracket 6G9N-R6K034-AG
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
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Part no. 7595577-1
Dual Mass Flywheel Mini R58 R59 R60 R61 Petrol N18 DMF Flywheel 7595577
€122.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
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Part no. A2044109706
Mercedes W204 Front Propshaft Drive Shaft Automatic Transmission A2044109706
€165.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2052704802-1
Mercedes W205 C200 BlueTec Automatic Gearbox 722993 722.993 A2052703502 WARRANTY
€617.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
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Part no. 0A6409905B
Audi RS3 8P RSQ3 8U TTRS 8J Gearbox Mount Holder Bracket 2.5 TFSI 0A6409905B
€37.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A7252704918
Mercedes GLC 220d C253 4Matic Automatic Gearbox 725.058 A2532704001 WARRANTY
€902.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0AM300048
Audi A3 8P 1.4 TSI Automatic Gearbox S-Tronic LXA 0AM300048 WARRANTY
€1,424.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6875904
BMW 1 3 Series F20 F21 F30 LCI B38 Gearbox Suspension Mounting Mount 6875904
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 9806465
Mini Countryman R60 R61 Front Axle Left N/S Output Shaft 9809169
€66.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7524041
BMW X3 Series E83 Rear Axle Left N/S Output Drive Shaft Driveshaft 7524041
€80.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A6460300012-1
Engine Flywheel Mercedes W204 W211 OM646 Diesel Gearbox Ring A6460300012
€56.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7572193
BMW E90 E91 E92 E93 330i N52N Automatic Auto Gearbox 7572193 WARRANTY
€569.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2053509608
Mercedes W205 Drive Shaft Rear Axle Right O/S Output Shaft A2053509608
€89.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2033502610
Mercedes W203 Drive Output Shaft Rear Left Right N/O/S Axle Shaft A2033502610
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0BR525010B-3
Audi TT 8J Rear Axle Differential Part MMK Quattro 2.0 TDI CFGB 02D525230D
€66.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0BU341011G
Audi Q7 4L 3.0 TDI Quattro Transfer Box Case MYX 0BU341011G WARRANTY
€560.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 2057783
Ford Focus Mk3 1.0 GTDi Manual Gearbox 5 Speed CV6R-7002-BBE WARRANTY
€522.95
Free delivery: Mar 12 – 17
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 |
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| 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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