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SBC Clutch Kit for 2000-2003 BMW Z8 5.0L GAS

$1,109.51
SKU SD1-2014R-12
MPN K03042-HD
  • Regular price $1,109.51

Sku: SD1-2014R-12

MPN: K03042-HD



Experience unmatched performance and reliability with the South Bend Clutch Kit for the 2000-2003 BMW Z8 5.0L GAS. Designed to meet the unique needs of car enthusiasts and daily drivers, our clutch kits improve your driving experience with smooth gear shifts and optimal power delivery. Our kits come in various materials—from organic for daily reliability to ceramic for extreme conditions—tailored to enhance your vehicle’s performance. With precision engineering for a perfect fit and easy installation, our kits ensure superior durability and responsiveness. Upgrade your BMW Z8 with South Bend Clutch for a superior driving experience.


$1,109.51
SKU SD1-2014R-12
MPN K03042-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
100% Premium Components
Industry Leading Support

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  • Enhance your vehicle's performance with our premium quality clutches and clutch kits.
  • Designed for durability and reliability, ensuring long-lasting service.
  • Experience smoother gear shifts and improved driving experience.
  • Suitable for a wide range of automotive vehicles with manual transmissions.
  • Each product is rigorously tested to meet high standards of quality.
  • Easy installation process with minimal vehicle downtime.
  • Committed to providing exceptional customer service and support.
  • Proudly designed and manufactured by South Bend Clutch, a leader in the industry.

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SBC Clutch Kit for 2000-2003 BMW Z8 5.0L GAS - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

$1,109.51

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At South Bend Clutch, we are known for our relentless pursuit of excellence in providing superior performance clutch solutions. Our comprehensive range of clutch kits is designed to meet the specific needs of car enthusiasts, racers, and daily drivers alike. The South Bend Clutch Kit for the 2000-2003 BMW Z8 5.0L GAS is no exception. Tailored to enhance the driving experience of this iconic European vehicle, our clutch kit offers unparalleled reliability, durability, and performance.

The BMW Z8 is a masterpiece of engineering, blending timeless aesthetics with exceptional performance. It deserves a clutch that can match its high standards. That's where South Bend Clutch steps in. Our clutch kit is engineered to provide the perfect balance between performance and drivability. Whether you're navigating tight city streets, cruising on the highway, or pushing your Z8 to its limits on the track, our clutch kit ensures smooth, responsive handling and optimal power delivery.

Our clutch kits are available in various configurations to suit your specific driving needs and preferences. From organic materials for daily driving reliability to ceramic compositions for extreme conditions, each variant is crafted with precision and care. We understand that every driver is unique, and so is their vehicle. This is why we offer customized solutions to meet the diverse requirements of our customers.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Superior Quality Materials: We use only the highest quality materials in our clutch kits. Whether it's the organic, ceramic, or Kevlar friction materials, each component is selected for its durability, heat resistance, and performance characteristics.

  • Custom-Tailored Performance: With options ranging from Stage 1 for daily driving to Stage 2 for more spirited, sporty applications, our clutch kits are designed to enhance your driving experience according to your specific needs.

  • Precision Engineering: Our clutch kits are engineered with precision to ensure a perfect fit with the BMW Z8's transmission system. This meticulous attention to detail results in optimal performance, reduced wear and tear, and extended clutch life.

  • Enhanced Driving Experience: Enjoy smoother gear shifts, increased power delivery, and improved overall vehicle performance. Our clutch kits are designed to elevate your driving experience, making every journey more enjoyable.

  • Easy Installation: Each kit comes complete with all necessary components, including a throw-out bearing and alignment tool, for a hassle-free installation. We've made it easy for you or your mechanic to upgrade your clutch without any unnecessary complications.

Why Choose South Bend Clutch?

At South Bend Clutch, we are not just manufacturers; we are passionate car enthusiasts committed to delivering the best possible products for our fellow enthusiasts. Our expertise in the automotive industry, combined with our dedication to innovation and quality, sets us apart. Here are a few reasons why choosing South Bend Clutch is the right decision:

  • Expertise and Experience: With years of experience in the industry, we have developed a deep understanding of what drivers need and want from their clutch systems. This expertise is reflected in every product we offer.

  • Unmatched Customer Service: Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Whether you need assistance choosing the right clutch kit for your BMW Z8 or have questions about installation, we're here to help.

  • Commitment to Quality: We are committed to maintaining the highest quality standards. Our products undergo rigorous testing to ensure they meet our strict criteria for performance, durability, and reliability.

  • Innovative Solutions: We continuously invest in research and development to bring innovative solutions to the market. Our clutch kits are the result of this commitment to innovation, designed to deliver the best performance and value.

The South Bend Clutch Kit for the 2000-2003 BMW Z8 5.0L GAS represents our dedication to excellence. Whether you're a daily driver seeking reliability and smooth operation, or a performance enthusiast looking for that extra edge, our clutch kit is the perfect solution. Upgrade your BMW Z8 with a South Bend Clutch kit and experience the difference in performance and reliability firsthand.

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.

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Vehicle Fuel Type Manual Prevalence Drivetrain Transmission Type Used OEM Flywheel Type
2000 BMW Z8 5.0LGAS2WD-Dual 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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