BMW Drivetrain Parts for BMW 3 Series E46 (1999-2005)

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Building your perfect BMW is more than just adding horsepower and stiff suspension. Your drivetrain needs attention in order to deliver power effectively. Most BMWs feature comfortable clutch discs, heavy flywheels, long shifter throws, and open differentials. The drivetrain transmits power to the wheels, but can also be a source of power loss when it is designed for comfort rather than performance. Everything on this page will help you improve your power delivery and driving experience by providing custom Limited Slip Differentials, Short Shift Conversions, Performance Clutch Discs, Lightweight Flywheels, and anything else your BMW needs to be the perfect driving experience.

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Throw Out Bearing (Sachs) for Most BMWs (see list)
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T#:371823
Part#: 21517521471
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Standard Throwout Bearing. Works with stock clutch/pressure plate or HD setup. Note: When you buy a standard clutch kit from us, it includes the throw-out bearing. This part is also known by a few other part#'s, including BMW Part# 21 51 1 223 366 (21511223366), BMW Part# 21 51 2 226 729 (21512226729), and Sachs part# 3151231031.

This throw out bearing fits most BMWs including:
1975-1983  E21 3 Series  - all including 320i, 323i
1975-1989  E24 6 series  including 630csi, 633csi, 635csi & E24 M6
1982-1988  E28 5 Series  (all) including 528e, 533i, 535i & E28 M5
1984-1991  E30 3 series  (all) including 318i, 318is, 325, 325e, 325es, 325i, 325is, 325ix & E30 M3
1988-1994  E32 7 Series  6 cylinder (735i, 735iL)
1989-1995  E34 5 Series  6 cylinder (525i & 535i)
1992-1999  E36 3 Series  (all) including 318i, 318is, 318ti, 325i, 325is, 323is, 328i, 328is, and E36 M3
1997-2003  E39 5 Series  6 cylinder, including 528i, 525i & 530i
1999-2005  E46 3 Series  with 5 speed, including 323i, 323Ci, 325i, 325xi, 325Ci, 328i, 328Ci, 330i, 330Ci & 330xi (**no ZHP 6 speed)
2000-2006  X5  6 cylinder / X5 3.0
1996-2002  Z3 Roadster/Coupe  including Z3 1.9, 2.3, 2.5, 2.8 and 3.0
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Clutch Slave Cylinder - E46 (Incl M3-non SMG), X3, Z4 and MZ4 ...
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T#:1309
Part#: 21526766279
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$ 58.13

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This is a replacement clutch slave cylinder, made by a high quality OEM manufacturer. Replaces 21526785966 and 21526775922.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi M3 - Not for SMG
2004-2010 E83 BMW X3 2.5i X3 3.0i X3 3.0si
2003-2008 Z4 BMW Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i Z4 3.0si Z4 M Roadster M Coupe
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Sachs Clutch Kit - E46 M3
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T#:4208
Part#: 21212282667
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E46 M3 Sachs OEM Clutch Kit. Disc, Pressure Plate and Throw-out bearing. Fits manual gearbox and SMG. While you are replacing the clutch you will have easy access to many parts that are not normally easy to get to. It is a perfect time to replace those items with minimal extra labor. Below are a list of some of the items that you may want to replace.

Optional items:
Exhaust Gaskets & Hardware:
  • 11627830668 - exhaust seal ring x 2
  • 11621318568 - bolts x 4
  • 18301317898 - nuts x 4
    Transmission Seals:
  • 23127501580 - shift shaft seal
  • 23121222769 - output seal
  • 23127501328 - input seal
    Additional Clutch Parts:
  • 21511223328 - clutch pivot pin
  • 11211720310 - pilot bearing
  • 21207548052 - pressure plate bolts x 6

    Fitment:
    2001-2006 E46 M3 manual coupe, convertible
    2001-2006 E46 M3 SMG coupe, convertible
    2003-2006 E46 M3 CSL (SMG)
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    T#:389705
    Part#: NCV27522
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    Since established in 2004, GSP North America has positioned itself as a leading supplier of New Axles in North America.GSP’s new axle program consistently offers the best application coverage, most SKU count, and more new numbers than any other competitors. GSP’s hub assembly program was introduced to North America market in 2010 and has grown into one the most trustable programs in US market.

     

    This item fits the following BMWs: 

    E46 BMW 325xi 330xi

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    T#:389709
    Part#: NCV27523
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    Since established in 2004, GSP North America has positioned itself as a leading supplier of New Axles in North America.GSP’s new axle program consistently offers the best application coverage, most SKU count, and more new numbers than any other competitors. GSP’s hub assembly program was introduced to North America market in 2010 and has grown into one the most trustable programs in US market.

     

    This item fits the following BMWs: 

    E46 BMW 325xi 330xi

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    GSP Rear Axle Assembly - Left - E36, E46, E82, E88, Z3, Z4
    For vehicles with an Automatic transmission only For all automatic models - For manual models up to 01/1998
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    T#:389676
    Part#: NCV27990
    Ships in 3 Business Days
    $ 111.99 USD
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    Since established in 2004, GSP North America has positioned itself as a leading supplier of New Axles in North America.GSP’s new axle program consistently offers the best application coverage, most SKU count, and more new numbers than any other competitors. GSP’s hub assembly program was introduced to North America market in 2010 and has grown into one the most trustable programs in US market.

     

    This item fits the following BMWs: 

    E82/88 BMW 128i

    E46 BMW 323i 323is 325Ci 325i 325xi 328CI 328i 

    E36 BMW 323is 328i 328is 

    Z3 BMW 1.9 2.3i 2.5i 2.8 3.0i

    Z4 BMW 2.5i 3.0i

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    T#:389683
    Part#: 274125
    Ships in 3 Business Days
    $ 72.99 USD
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    Since established in 2004, GSP North America has positioned itself as a leading supplier of New Axles in North America.GSP’s new axle program consistently offers the best application coverage, most SKU count, and more new numbers than any other competitors. GSP’s hub assembly program was introduced to North America market in 2010 and has grown into one the most trustable programs in US market.

     

    This item fits the following BMWs: 

    1992-1998 E36 BMW 318i 318ic 318is 318ti 323is 323ic 325i 325ic 325is 328i 328ic 328is M3 M3 Convertible 
    1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 
    3/1991-1995 E34 BMW 525i 530i 535i 540i 
    11/1991-1994 E32 BMW 735i 735il 740o 740il 750il 
    3/1992-1999 E31 BMW 840ci 850ci 850csi 
    1996-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9 Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i M Roadster M Coupe

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    E36, E46, Z3, Z4 HD Clutch and JB Racing Flywheel Kit
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    T#:338444
    Part#: 520-010S-
    Ships in 8 Business Days
    $ 1,650.00

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    As Used on Project E36 M3
    This lightweight aluminum flywheel w/ Heavy Duty "sprung-hub" clutch package is the best-engineered solution for the BMW E36, E46, Z3, and Z4 models. Instead of picking a clutch from another car that may or may not work at all, the engineers at JB Racing have taken all of the guess work out of this upgrade and incorporated a Sachs HD sprung hub clutch with the correct pressure plate and combined it with our most-popular aluminum lightweight flywheel. The Sachs HD clutch disc has a sprung hub to minimize noise and vibration and organic linings to give the feel and engagement of a stock clutch. Mixing and matching of the incorrect clutch, pressure plate, and flywheel components can lead to inconsistent engagement and feel -- why make your clutch feel worse?

    In addition, the Sachs HD pressure plate will clamp with greater force -- allowing approximately 350 ft-lbs of torque,which makes it an obvious upgrade from the stock clutch kit. And with the aluminum flywheel weight savings is substantial over the stock dual-mass flywheel - which allows your motor to spool up faster and transmit more HP to the ground.

    Because Sachs is an OE supplier to most German cars, replacement parts are just a phone call away. This kit uses the stock throw-out bearing (included in the price!).

    BMW Fitment/Applications:
    1992-1999 E36 3 Series 325i, 325is, 328i 328is, 323is
    1995-1999 E36 M3
    1999-2005 E46 3 Series 323i, 323Ci, 325i, 325Ci, 328i, 328Ci, 330i, 330Ci (with 5-speed transmission)
    1997-2002 Z3 Roadster/Coupe with 2.3, 2.5, 2.8 or 3.0 engine
    1998-2002 MZ3 M Roadster & M Coupe
    2003-2005 Z4 Roadster/Coupe Z4 2.5, Z4 3.0 (5-speed transmission)
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    Clutch Kit - E46 325xi (Thru 08/03), 330i 5 speed (Thru 03/03), E39 5...
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    T#:373269
    Part#: 21207531843
    In Stock at Vendor
    $ 370.99 USD
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    E46 325xi (Thru 08/03), 330i 5 speed (Thru 03/03), E39 530i, Z3 3.0 Clutch Kit

    GSP Rear Axle Assembly - Left - E46
    For vehicles with automatic transmission
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    T#:389723
    Part#: NCV27920
    Ships in 3 Business Days
    $ 134.99 USD
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    Since established in 2004, GSP North America has positioned itself as a leading supplier of New Axles in North America.GSP’s new axle program consistently offers the best application coverage, most SKU count, and more new numbers than any other competitors. GSP’s hub assembly program was introduced to North America market in 2010 and has grown into one the most trustable programs in US market.

     

    This item fits the following BMWs: 

    E46 BMW 330i

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    GSP North America - Corporate Logo
    T#:389701
    Part#: NCV27516
    Ships in 3 Business Days
    $ 183.99 USD
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    Since established in 2004, GSP North America has positioned itself as a leading supplier of New Axles in North America.GSP’s new axle program consistently offers the best application coverage, most SKU count, and more new numbers than any other competitors. GSP’s hub assembly program was introduced to North America market in 2010 and has grown into one the most trustable programs in US market.

     

    This item fits the following BMWs: 

    E46 BMW M3

    E85 BMW Z4M 

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    OEM Sachs Throwout Bearing - E39 E60 E63/E64 Z4, E46 M3
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    T#:594018
    Part#: SB60133
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    $ 142.77

    This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
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    Replace your worn out throwout bearing every time you replace your clutch


    GSP North America - Corporate Logo
    T#:389714
    Part#: NCV27500
    Ships in 3 Business Days
    $ 178.99 USD
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    Since established in 2004, GSP North America has positioned itself as a leading supplier of New Axles in North America.GSP’s new axle program consistently offers the best application coverage, most SKU count, and more new numbers than any other competitors. GSP’s hub assembly program was introduced to North America market in 2010 and has grown into one the most trustable programs in US market.

     

    This item fits the following BMWs: 

    E46 BMW M3

    E85 BMW Z4M

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    E46 M3 Sachs Heavy Duty (HD) Clutch Kit
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    T#:1437
    Part#: TMS1437
    Ships in 6 Business Days
    $ 1,050.99 USD
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    Experience longer life and less slippage with this SACHS heavy duty clutch kit, which includes their heavy puty pressure plate and heavy duty clutch disc. This clutch kit is recommended for car making significantly more horsepower than stock (forced induction, etc) using a stock flywheel. The Sachs HD pressure plate has more clamping for, for less slippage while still being streetable -- though not as forgiving on the street as a stock clutch. (THIS CLUTCH IS NOT FOR USE WITH AFTERMARKET FLYWHEELS)
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    Clutch Kit - E46 M3 (all) Factory
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    T#:338033
    Part#: 21212282393
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    E46 M3 Sachs OEM Clutch Kit. Disc, Pressure Plate and Throw-out bearing. Fits manual gearbox and SMG. While you are replacing the clutch you will have easy access to many parts that are not normally easy to get to. It is a perfect time to replace those items with minimal extra labor. Below are a list of some of the items that you may want to replace.

    Optional items:
    Exhaust Gaskets & Hardware:
  • 11627830668 - exhaust seal ring x 2
  • 11621318568 - bolts x 4
  • 18301317898 - nuts x 4
    Transmission Seals:
  • 23127501580 - shift shaft seal
  • 23121222769 - output seal
  • 23127501328 - input seal
    Additional Clutch Parts:
  • 21511223328 - clutch pivot pin
  • 11211720310 - pilot bearing
  • 21207548052 - pressure plate bolts x 6

    Fitment:
    2001-2006 E46 M3 manual coupe, convertible
    2001-2006 E46 M3 SMG coupe, convertible
    2003-2006 E46 M3 CSL (SMG)
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    GSP Rear Axle Assembly - Right - E46
    For vehicles with automatic transmission
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    T#:389724
    Part#: NCV27921
    Ships in 3 Business Days
    $ 148.99 USD
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    Since established in 2004, GSP North America has positioned itself as a leading supplier of New Axles in North America.GSP’s new axle program consistently offers the best application coverage, most SKU count, and more new numbers than any other competitors. GSP’s hub assembly program was introduced to North America market in 2010 and has grown into one the most trustable programs in US market.

     

    This item fits the following BMWs: 

    E46 BMW 330i

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    OEM Sachs Replacement Clutch Kit - E39 528, E46 328, Z3 2.8
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    T#:593827
    Part#: K70281-01
    Ships on Sep 3, 2026
    $ 357.41 USD
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    $ 357.41 USD
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    Includes the basic compenents to replace your BMW's clutch