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SBC Clutch Kit for 1987-1991 BMW 325i 2.5L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles

$570.52
SKU SD1-2606R-12
MPN KF296-HD
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Sku: SD1-2606R-12

MPN: KF296-HD



Upgrade your 1987-1991 BMW 325i with a South Bend Clutch kit, tailored for every driving style. Our range features Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar materials across Stages 1-4, catering to daily drivers, endurance racers, and everything in between. Experience smoother engagement, superior durability, and enhanced performance, whether you're commuting or pushing your vehicle to its limits. Our kits are designed for reliability, crafted with quality materials, and come complete with all necessary installation components. Choose South Bend Clutch for a difference you can feel on the road.


$570.52
SKU SD1-2606R-12
MPN KF296-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
100% Premium Components
Industry Leading Support

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  • Engineered for optimal performance in high-torque applications.
  • Crafted with premium materials to ensure durability and longevity.
  • Enhances driving experience with smoother gear shifts.
  • Designed to handle extreme conditions, perfect for racing or heavy-duty use.
  • Direct fit for a wide range of automotive makes and models.
  • Reduces clutch slippage, improving vehicle acceleration.
  • Increases the reliability of your vehicle's transmission system.
  • Supported by a dedicated customer service team at South Bend Clutch.

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SBC Clutch Kit for 1987-1991 BMW 325i 2.5L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

$570.52

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South Bend Clutch is committed to providing exceptional clutch solutions for a wide range of vehicles, including the 1987-1991 BMW 325i 2.5L gas models and various other vehicles. Our comprehensive lineup offers tailored solutions designed to meet the unique needs of each driver, whether you're seeking improved performance on the daily commute or requiring reliable strength for high-performance applications. Our clutch kits are engineered to enhance the driving experience by offering superior durability, reliability, and performance.

Why Choose South Bend Clutch?

Our dedication to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction sets us apart. We understand that a clutch is not just a part but a crucial component that connects you to the heart of your vehicle. Here’s why South Bend Clutch is the preferred choice for drivers and enthusiasts:

  • Expertise and Innovation: With years of experience in the industry, South Bend Clutch has developed a deep understanding of what drivers need. Our innovative approach to design and technology ensures that every product meets the highest standards of performance and durability.
  • Comprehensive Range: Our product line caters to a wide variety of applications, from daily driving to racing conditions. Whether you need a clutch that offers smoother engagement for your daily commute or one that can withstand the rigors of racing, we have you covered.
  • Quality Materials: We use only the best materials in our clutches, ensuring that each component delivers unmatched performance and reliability. From the friction material to the pressure plate, every part of our clutch kits is designed for longevity.
  • Customized Solutions: We understand that every driver and vehicle has different needs. Our range of clutch kits is designed to offer solutions that cater to diverse driving styles and performance requirements. Whether you're upgrading for enhanced performance or replacing a worn component, we have the right option for you.

Our Clutch Kit Variants for the BMW 325i and Other Vehicles

Our clutch kits for the 1987-1991 BMW 325i and other compatible vehicles come in various stages and materials to suit different driving needs and preferences:

  • Organic Friction Material: Ideal for daily driving and light performance applications. Offers smooth engagement and improved drivability without sacrificing durability.
  • Ceramic Friction Material: Best suited for high-performance and racing applications. Provides excellent heat resistance and higher torque capacity.
  • Kevlar: Offers a great balance between durability and drivability. Kevlar friction material is designed for applications that demand longer life and higher performance than organic material can provide.
  • Stages 1 through 4: Our stage-based approach allows you to choose the perfect clutch based on your vehicle's performance level and your driving style. From daily driving to extreme racing conditions, we have a stage that fits your needs.

Features and Benefits

Our clutch kits are designed with the driver in mind, offering numerous features and benefits that enhance your vehicle's performance and reliability:

  • Enhanced Durability: Built to withstand the rigors of high-performance driving and daily use, ensuring long-term reliability.
  • Improved Performance: Experience smoother shifts and improved power transmission from the engine to the drivetrain.
  • Customizable Options: With various stages and materials to choose from, you can tailor your clutch to match your driving style and performance needs.
  • Complete Kits: Our clutch kits come complete with all necessary components for installation, including throw-out bearings, alignment tools, and pilot bushings, where applicable.

Why Trust South Bend Clutch?

Choosing South Bend Clutch means opting for a product backed by a commitment to excellence and customer support. Our team is dedicated to providing you with the best possible solution for your vehicle, offering expert advice and support throughout the selection and installation process.

Final Thoughts

Whether you're driving a 1987-1991 BMW 325i or another compatible vehicle, South Bend Clutch offers a comprehensive range of clutch kits designed to meet various driving needs and preferences. With a focus on quality, performance, and customer satisfaction, we are dedicated to providing products that drivers trust. Upgrade to a South Bend Clutch kit today and experience the difference in performance and reliability.

South Bend Clutch Organic Friction Material

Organic Friction Material

Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.

Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.

South Bend Clutch Organic Friction Material

Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.

Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Full Face Disc Style

Full Face Disc Style

The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.

Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.

South Bend Clutch Full Face Disc Style

The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.

Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.

South Bend Clutch Single Disc Clutch Kit

Single Disc

A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.

While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.

A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.

While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.

South Bend Clutch Stage 1 Clutch

Stage 1 Clutch

A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.

While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.

A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.

While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.

Warranty Coverage

South Bend Clutch, Inc. warrants that our clutches are free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. Our warranty provides coverage for 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the date of installation.

The obligation of South Bend Clutch, Inc. under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement, or credit at our discretion for any product found to be defective. We will not be liable for losses, damages, or injury to persons or property resulting from misuse or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty.

*** WE DO NOT COVER LABOR, NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE ***

 

 

Warranty Registration

To activate your warranty coverage, you must register your clutch through our online Warranty Hub within 30 days of purchase.

What You'll Need to Register:

  • Proof of purchase (receipt or invoice showing purchase date and price paid)
  • Vehicle information (year, make, model, VIN)
  • Current odometer reading at time of installation
  • Installer information (shop name, address, phone number)
  • Part number of your South Bend Clutch product

Click here to Register Your Warranty

After registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with your warranty certificate number. You can check your warranty status anytime at warranty.southbendclutch.com/lookup.

Filing a Warranty Claim

If you experience an issue with your clutch during the warranty period, you can submit a claim through our Warranty Hub.

Claim Submission Requirements:

  • Your warranty certificate number or the email used during registration
  • Current odometer reading
  • Description of the issue you're experiencing
  • Photos of the affected parts (pressure plate, disc, flywheel)
  • Photos showing the condition of related components

Our warranty team will review your claim and may request additional information or photos. South Bend Clutch, Inc. reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claims to determine whether the failure was due to a defect in material or workmanship.

Warranty Conditions

The Limited Warranty will NOT be valid under the following conditions:

  • The product is NOT registered within thirty (30) days of purchase
  • The product was purchased below our MAP price (see Pricing Policy below)
  • The clutch was not installed by a certified or professional mechanic
  • The flywheel was not replaced with new or properly resurfaced to specification
  • The clutch has been altered, improperly installed, or damaged by accident, negligence, or misuse
  • The transmission has failed or shows excessive wear
  • The product is used for high performance and/or racing purposes for which it was not originally engineered

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE – Coverage applies only to the original purchaser and vehicle.

Pricing Policy

We encourage you to shop around when buying our parts, but we do not allow discounts or price matching below our MAP prices (3% below our published retail price).

Important: Purchases made below MAP price are not eligible for warranty coverage. Your proof of purchase must show a qualifying purchase price.

Return Policy

No returned product for warranty, repair, or replacement will be accepted without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.

To Obtain an RMA:

  • If you purchased from an authorized dealer, contact them first to initiate the return process
  • If you purchased directly from South Bend Clutch, call our warranty department at 1-800-988-4345

Once your claim is approved, you will receive an RMA number with shipping instructions for returning the defective parts.

Questions?

For warranty inquiries, contact our warranty department at warranty@southbendclutch.com or call 1-800-988-4345.

Visit the SBC Warranty Hub

Vehicle Fuel Type Manual Prevalence Drivetrain Transmission Type Used OEM Flywheel Type
1987-1991 BMW 325i 2.5LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1987-1991 BMW 325is 2.5LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1988-1991 BMW 325iX 2.5LGasAWD-Solid Mass
1984-1986 BMW 325e 2.7LGas2WD-Solid Mass
1987 BMW 325es 2.7LGas2WD-Solid Mass
1982-1986 BMW 528e 2.7LGas2WD-Solid Mass
1989-1990 BMW 525i 2.5LGas2WD-Solid Mass

PRODUCT FAQs

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Is the shipping free?

Yes. Worldwide shipping is already included in the price. We use DHL express with 3 days delivery time.

When will I receive my item?

When we have received your order, you will automatically receive an e-mail confirming your order. Orders made before 2 PM (CET) will be picked, packed and shipped the same day. Delivery time is usually 2-4 working days with DHL Express.

Can I change or return my item?

If you want to change a product into another model, strap color etc., please contact us so we are able to reserve the new item in our stock immediately. You are always entitled to an exchange or refund within 30 days after you have received your package, as long as the item has not been used.

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