What is the construction and purpose of drive shafts?

Drive shafts are drivetrain components mounted between the transmission, transfer case, axle, or drive axle. A typical element consists of a tube or several segments, joints, flanges, a support, and mounts. Their design depends on the vehicle length, drivetrain type, and connection method with other components.

What are drive shafts used for?

Drive shafts are used to transfer torque between drivetrain units while maintaining smooth operation. In addition to power transmission, they compensate for suspension movement and minor changes in operating angles. Without a correctly selected shaft, vibrations, noise, and overloads of other drivetrain elements may occur.

What is the role of the shaft support?

The shaft support is an element that stabilizes the middle part of a longer drive shaft. It serves to maintain the correct position of the unit during rotation and limits the transmission of vibrations to the body. Its condition affects both operating smoothness and the durability of joints and mounts.

How to choose a drive shaft for a specific car version?

It is safest to compare the OEM part number, interchangeable numbers, transmission type, and vehicle placement. The body version, fuel type, and drivetrain configuration also matter. In cars of the same series, there may be different shaft lengths and different mounting flanges.

How to recognize signs of drive shaft imbalance or wear?

Most often, vibrations are felt during acceleration or within a specific speed range. Additional signals may include knocking during load changes, jerking, and noise from the center tunnel or the rear of the vehicle. It is then worth checking the support, joints, and bolted connections.

What elements should be checked before installing a drive shaft?

Before installation, assess the condition of joints, flanges, support, threads, and contact surfaces. You must also confirm the compatibility of mounting points and the absence of transport damage. After installation, it is important to correctly align the element according to the car's design and check that other drivetrain parts do not have excessive play.

Drive shafts

At 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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€37.95

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€32.95

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VW Volkswagen Polo 6R 1.2 CGPB Front Axle Right O/S Drive Shaft Petrol 6R0407762

€23.95

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€70.95

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€23.95

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€23.95

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Ford Fiesta Mk7 Driveshaft Front Axle Left N/S 1.6 Ti IQJA Petrol D1B7-3B437-CC

€56.95

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€51.95

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€23.95

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€23.95

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€28.95

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€28.95

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€23.95

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Driveshaft BMW F30 F31 F32 F34 N20 N26 Rear Output Shaft Left N/S D=31mm 7637445

€32.95

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BMW F40 F70 X3 G01 G12 G13 G20 G21 G30 G31 Driveshaft Collar Bolt Spring 6866022

€23.95

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Mercedes W221 Diesel Rear Left Right N/O/S Axle Output Drive Shaft A2213501810

€51.95

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Ford Transit 85 2.2 TDCI Front Axle Drive Shaft Right O/S 1496579

€28.95

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Audi SQ5 FY Rear Engine Driveshaft Drive Shaft Left Right N/O/S 80A501203E

€56.95

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€23.95

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Ford Transit Mk6 Mk7 Drive Shaft Left Side N/S Driveshaft 1496580

€28.95

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Mercedes W204 Petrol M271 Rear Axle Drive Shaft Left Right N/O/S A2043501710

€23.95

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Audi A8 D3 Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S 6 Speed Automatic Gearbox A4E0407272P

€37.95

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Audi TT 8J Axle Drive Shaft Manual Transmission Front Right O/S 8J0407272H

€42.95

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Audi A5 8T Propshaft Heat Shield Cover Insulation Guard Plate Panel 4H0301325A

€23.95

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VW Golf 5 6 Driveshaft Axle Shaft Front Right 1K0407272EN

€23.95

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€23.95

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Porsche Boxster 986 Driveshaft Axle Shaft Rear N/O/S 3.2 Manual 98633202450

€56.95

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€28.95

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Mini Cooper S D R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 Driveshaft Output Shaft Front Left N/S

€37.95

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Mercedes W213 Drive Shaft Rear Axle Left N/S Output Shaft OM654 A2133502511

€56.95

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BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Output Drive Shaft Left N/S Front Axle 670MM 7553945

€75.95

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Drive Shaft BMW F30 F31 328i N20 Rear Axle Right O/S Output Driveshaft 7637444

€89.95

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Audi Q7 4M 3.0 TDI Quattro Rear Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S 4M0501203D

€56.95

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Mercedes W203 Drive Output Shaft Rear Left Right N/O/S Axle Shaft A2033503056

€23.95

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Mercedes W205 Propshaft Rear Drive Prop Shaft OM626 Diesel A2054109201 Automatic

€170.95

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Mercedes W163 Rear Axle Output Drive Shaft A1633500210

€23.95

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Mercedes W164 Driveshaft Drive Shaft Front Left N/S Axle A1643302301

€37.95

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Volkswagen Touareg R Rear Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S CVVA 7P0501201S

€23.95

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€189.95

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€89.95

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€28.95

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€28.95

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€47.95

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€23.95

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€23.95

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€47.95

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Drive Shaft BMW F40 xDrive Mini F60 ALL4 B48E Rear Axle Output Shaft 8679838

€80.95

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Drive Shaft Mercedes W415 Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S A4153600015

€123.95

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Seat Ibiza 6J Front Axle Drive Shaft Right O/S 2.0 TDI Diesel CFHD 6R0407762F

€66.95

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Porsche Cayenne 92A Rear Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S 4.2 V8 7P5501201A

€256.95

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Mercedes W251 Rear Axle Driveshaft Left N/S Drive Shaft A2513501410

€32.95

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BMW X5 Series E53 Front Axle Right O/S Output Shaft Part Petrol 7505004

€23.95

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Range Rover L405 Front Axle Driveshaft Propshaft Prop Shaft Centre LR034513

€51.95

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BMW X1 F48 Mini F54 F60 Front Driveshaft Output Drive Shaft Right O/S 8611942

€222.95

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Ford Transit Custom MK8 Front Axle Drive Shaft Left N/S 1841533

€66.95

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Drive Shaft Mini F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 Driveshaft Front Right O/S Side 7639432

€332.95

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Mini F55 F56 F57 Front Right Axle O/S Automatic Output Shaft Driveshaft 8611936

€132.95

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Audi A6 C7 A7 4G Front Axle Drive Shaft Left N/S Quattro Automatic 0B6409355A

€113.95

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€23.95

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Drive Shaft Mercedes W176 W246 M607 Front Right O/S Axle Manual A2463307700

€99.95

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Mercedes X166 Rear Driveshaft Axle Shaft Left Right N/O/S A1663501110

€42.95

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Audi A4 B8 Front Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S Drive Shaft 8K0407271S

€23.95

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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Front Axle Driveshaft Left N/S Manual 1.4 Petrol 5Q0407271A

€32.95

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Mercedes R172 Rear Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S M271 Petrol A1723501204

€56.95

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Drive Shaft Audi A3 8V VW Golf Mk7 1.4 TFSI Front Axle Right O/S 5Q0407272C

€28.95

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Volkswagen Passat B7 Drive Shaft Front Right O/S 2.0 TDi Automatic 3C0407272AJ

€28.95

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BMW X5 Series E53 Rear Right Left O/N/S Driveshaft Output Drive Shaft 7500914

€28.95

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Drive Shaft Mercedes W176 W246 M270 Diesel Front Left N/S Axle A2463309200

€42.95

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Audi A3 8P Front Axle Driveshaft Left N/S 1.4 TFSI CAXC 1K0407271HT

€37.95

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Mercedes W213 Drive Shaft Rear Axle Right O/S Output Shaft OM654 A2133502611

€32.95

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Mercedes W166 Drive Shaft Rear Axle Left Right N/O/S Output Shaft A1663501210

€80.95

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VW Sharan 7N 2.0 TDI Drive Shaft Driveshaft Front Right O/S 7N0407764Q

€42.95

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Audi Q5 8R Axle Driveshaft Rear Left N/S Drive Shaft 8R0501203C

€23.95

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Audi A4 B7 Drive Shaft Heat Shield Guard Plate Cover Protection 8E0407722

€23.95

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Propshaft BMW F20 F21 LCI F22 120i 220i Manual Gearbox Drive Prop Shaft 8605185

€189.95

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€237.95

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Mercedes X164 Drive Shaft Front Right O/S Axle Drive Half Shaft A1643302101

€66.95

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Ford Transit Tourneo Custom Driveshaft Front Left N/S 2007677 Automatic

€75.95

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Audi A3 8P VW Golf Mk6 Skoda Octavia Mk2 Fron Driveshaft Right O/S 1K0407272RL

€51.95

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Mini Countryman R60 ALL4 Front Axle Right O/S Output Shaft 9803455 9809176

€23.95

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Drive Shaft BMW X1 F48 Mini F60 B48C Output Shaft Front Left N/S Axle 8681529

€379.95

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Mini F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 Petrol Engine Balance Shaft Gear 8645453

€61.95

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BMW Mini Cooper One D R50 W17 R53 S W11 Driveshaft Output Shaft Front Left N/S

€71.95

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Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Flanged Shaft 5-Speed Manual CAYD 1.6 Diesel 02A409343G

€189.95

Part no. 3Q0407271AR

Volkswagen Passat B8 Driveshaft Drive Shaft Front Left N/S 1.6 TDI 3Q0407271AR

€32.95

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Land Rover Discovery 3 L319 Rear Axle Drive Shaft Driveshaft Right O/S TOB500280

€32.95

Part no. 1K0407271JJ

Volkswagen Touran 1T 1.4 TSI DSG Driveshaft Front Left N/S 1K0407271JJ

€37.95

Part no. 8V51-3B436-AAF

Ford Fiesta Mk7 Front Axle Driveshaft Right O/S Petrol Manual 8V51-3B436-AAF

€37.95

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