SBC Clutch Kit for 1996-1999 BMW 328i 2.8L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus
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South Bend Clutch is proud to present the SBC Clutch Kit for the 1996-1999 BMW 328i 2.8L Gas among other vehicles. This clutch kit is specifically designed and engineered to enhance the performance and reliability of your vehicle's drive system. At South Bend Clutch, we understand the importance of a high-quality clutch system, and we have dedicated ourselves to manufacturing products that meet the stringent demands of our customers, whether for street performance or daily driving needs.
The South Bend Clutch Difference
Our clutch kits are not just another aftermarket option. They are the result of rigorous testing, innovation, and a commitment to quality that sets us apart from the competition. Here's why South Bend Clutch is the preferred choice for your BMW 328i and other compatible vehicles:
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Superior Friction Materials: We offer a variety of friction materials, including organic, ceramic, and Kevlar, to match your vehicle's performance needs and your driving style. Whether you're looking for smooth engagement for daily driving or a more aggressive bite for performance driving, we have the right material for you.
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Engineered for Durability: Each component in our clutch kits is designed for durability and longevity. From the full face disc style that provides a larger friction area for better grip, to the diaphragm pressure plate style that ensures consistent pressure across the clutch disc, you can count on our clutch kits to perform mile after mile.
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Customized Performance Levels: Recognizing that drivers have different needs, we offer our clutch kits in various stages—from Stage 1 to Stage 4. This allows you to select the level of performance that best suits your vehicle and your driving demands. Whether it's enhanced daily driving or extreme performance you're after, there's a South Bend Clutch kit designed for you.
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Comprehensive Kits: Our clutch kits come complete with everything needed for installation, including a throw-out bearing and alignment tool. This ensures a hassle-free installation process and gets you back on the road faster. Note that while our kits are comprehensive, they do not include a flywheel, allowing you to choose the best option for your setup.
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Compatibility with a Range of Vehicles: While specifically designed for the 1996-1999 BMW 328i 2.8L Gas, our clutch kits also fit a variety of other vehicles, making them a versatile choice for many drivers. The detailed vehicle compatibility list ensures you find the right fit for your car, providing a tailored solution to your clutch needs.
Advantages of Upgrading
Upgrading to a South Bend Clutch kit provides several benefits, including:
- Improved transmission response and driver control, especially in performance driving situations.
- Enhanced durability over OEM clutch systems, especially for vehicles that have been modified for increased power.
- A tailored driving experience, with options ranging from smoother engagement for daily driving to firmer engagement for racing or heavy-duty applications.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch
At South Bend Clutch, we are more than just manufacturers; we are automotive enthusiasts who understand the needs and challenges of drivers. Our products are the result of decades of experience, ongoing research, and a commitment to providing the best possible solutions to our customers. We are proud to offer products that enhance the performance and reliability of your vehicle.
Our dedication to quality extends beyond our products. We are known for our customer service, offering expert advice to help you select the right clutch kit for your vehicle and driving needs. With dealers located conveniently, finding a South Bend Clutch product is easy, allowing you to upgrade your vehicle with confidence.
Conclusion
Whether you're navigating the daily commute, enjoying the open road on the weekends, or pushing your vehicle to its limits on the track, the right clutch system is crucial to your driving experience. By choosing a South Bend Clutch kit, you're investing in quality, performance, and durability. Our clutch kits for the 1996-1999 BMW 328i 2.8L Gas and other vehicles are designed to provide you with an unparalleled driving experience, no matter where the road takes you.
Upgrade to a South Bend Clutch kit today and experience the difference in performance, reliability, and driving pleasure.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
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| 1996-1999 BMW 328i | Gas | ![]() | 2WD | ZF S5-31 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-1999 BMW 328is | Gas | ![]() | 2WD | ZF S5-31 | Solid Mass |
| 1997-1999 BMW 528i | Gas | ![]() | 2WD | ZF S5-31 | Solid Mass |
| 1997-1998 BMW Z3 2.8L | Gas | ![]() | 2WD | ZF S5-31 | 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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