Genuine BMW E30 Driveshaft Centre Support Bearing – NOS – 26121225152

Genuine BMW New Old Stock driveshaft centre support bearing for selected early BMW E30 models.

This assembly supports the centre section of the two-piece propshaft. It consists of the metal mounting bracket, rubber carrier and integrated ball bearing.

The original German BMW description is “Mittellager”, meaning centre bearing or centre support bearing.

BMW part number 26121225152 is the early E30 version and has a 30 mm inner bearing diameter. One centre support bearing is required per vehicle.

Product details

• Product: Driveshaft centre support bearing
• Alternative description: Propshaft centre bearing
• German description: Mittellager
• Manufacturer: Genuine BMW
• BMW part number: 26121225152
• Formatted BMW number: 26 12 1 225 152
• Short reference number: 1225152
• Installation position: Centre of the propshaft
• Bearing inner diameter: 30 mm
• BMW size designation: 55 × 13 × 30 mm
• Mounting type: Metal bracket with slotted mounting holes
• Bearing: Included
• Rubber carrier: Included
• Condition: New Old Stock with considerable storage ageing
• Quantity supplied: One complete centre support bearing
• Required quantity per vehicle: One
• Price: Per piece

Vehicle compatibility

Suitable for selected early BMW 3 Series E30 models, including:

• BMW 316 with M10 engine
• BMW 318i with M10 engine
• Selected BMW 318i versions
• BMW 320i with M20 engine
• BMW 323i with M20 engine
• BMW 324d with M21 engine
• BMW 325e with M20 engine
• Selected early BMW 325i versions
• Selected BMW E30 M3 versions with S14 engine

This part is generally associated with early E30 vehicles, frequently listed for approximately the 1982–1987 production period. Exact compatibility depends on the vehicle model, production date, transmission, propshaft version and market specification.

Later E30 models may use a different centre support bearing and mounting-bracket design.

Always compare:

• BMW part number
• Bearing inner diameter
• Overall bracket shape
• Mounting-hole spacing
• Propshaft diameter
• Vehicle production date
• Manual or automatic transmission specification

Verification using the vehicle identification number is strongly recommended before ordering.

BMW and reference numbers

• 26121225152 – Genuine BMW driveshaft centre support bearing
• 26 12 1 225 152 – Formatted BMW catalogue number
• 1225152 – Short BMW reference number
• FEBI 07108 – Aftermarket reference
• MEYLE 300 261 2190/S – Aftermarket reference
• SWAG 20 87 0005 – Aftermarket reference

The original BMW label identifies the component as Mittellager.

Condition

This is an unused Genuine BMW New Old Stock component. However, it has been stored for many years and shows considerable age- and storage-related deterioration.

Visible condition includes:

• Heavy storage dust and dirt
• Oxidation and surface corrosion on the metal components
• Surface discolouration
• Marks and finish loss on the bearing housing
• Ageing and deformation of the rubber carrier
• Possible hardening, drying or cracking of the rubber
• Aged and damaged original BMW identification label
• General cosmetic deterioration from long-term storage

The bearing and rubber carrier have not been function-tested.

Because rubber and bearing grease deteriorate with age, this component must be carefully inspected before installation. It should not automatically be assumed to be ready for road use simply because it has never been fitted.

Supplied exactly as shown in the photographs.

Included

• One original BMW metal centre-bearing bracket
• Integrated driveshaft bearing
• Original rubber bearing carrier
• Remaining original BMW identification label

Mounting bolts, washers, propshaft components, dust covers and other installation hardware are not included.

Important quantity information

This listing is for one complete centre support bearing.

Only one centre support bearing is normally required per vehicle. The stated price is per piece.

Installation recommendation

Before installation:

• Confirm the correct BMW part number using the vehicle identification number
• Compare the bracket and bearing dimensions with the original component
• Check the bearing for noise, play, roughness and resistance
• Inspect the rubber carrier for cracks, separation, deformation and hardening
• Check the metal bracket for corrosion and structural damage
• Inspect the complete propshaft, universal joints and flexible coupling
• Mark the original alignment before separating the propshaft sections
• Apply the correct centre-bearing preload during installation
• Tighten all mounting hardware to the BMW workshop specifications

If the rubber carrier is hardened, cracked or separating from the metal housing, the component should not be installed. Installation should be performed by someone familiar with BMW E30 propshaft assemblies.

Storage location: 202