BMW 3 Serie 316 E30

The most common symptoms are clicking noises when cornering or vibrations during acceleration. You should also check whether the drive shaft boots are cracked or torn, as this quickly leads to premature joint wear due to dirt ingress and grease leakage.

Vibrations at higher speeds are often caused by an unbalanced propeller shaft or a worn centre bearing. A degraded propshaft coupling (guibo) or worn universal joints can also be the culprit. We recommend inspecting the prop shaft mountings and bearings thoroughly.

No, there are differences in length and dimensions depending on the engine variant and whether the car has ABS. Always select your car's exact make, model and engine to find the correct drive shaft for your 316 E30.

Replacing the complete propeller shaft ensures that the entire assembly is factory-balanced and that all universal joints are in brand-new condition. This eliminates the risk of fresh vibrations developing shortly after renewing just an individual component such as the centre bearing.

Yes, this is entirely manageable for a confident DIY mechanic with the right tools. However, you will need to safely raise the car and have suitable sockets for the hub nut along with the correct Torx/hex bits for the inner bolts on the differential flange.

We aim for fast dispatch on all in-stock items. When you place your order in good time on a working day, your parts are normally dispatched the same day from our warehouse to help get your car back on the road without unnecessary delays.