Genuine BMW Needle Bearing / Gearbox Bearing – NOS – 23221228279

Genuine BMW New Old Stock (NOS) gearbox needle cage / needle bearing, manufactured in Germany.

This original bearing (O-bearing / needle cage) is used in various classic BMW Getrag manual gearboxes. Supplied in uninstalled NOS condition with the original BMW parts label and packaging shown in the photos.

Product details

• Product: Gearbox needle bearing / Needle cage

• Brand: Genuine BMW

• BMW part number: 23221228279

• Formatted BMW number: 23 22 1 228 279

• BMW short number: 1228279

• Component group: Manual Transmission / Gearbox Internal Components

• Country of manufacture: Germany

• Quantity: 1 piece (1 Stück)

Vehicle compatibility

Fits classic BMW models equipped with Getrag manual transmissions (such as Getrag 240 / 242 / 245 / 260 / 265):

• BMW 02 Series (E10): 1502, 1602, 1802, 2002

• BMW 3 Series (E21 & E30): 315, 316, 318i, 320, 320i, 323i, 325i

• BMW 5 Series (E12 & E28): 518, 520, 525, 528i

• BMW E3 & E9 Series: 2500, 2800, 3.0 CS/CSi

Always verify your gearbox type and cross-reference part number 23221228279 before ordering.

BMW & reference numbers

• BMW part number: 23221228279

• BMW formatted number: 23 22 1 228 279

• BMW short number: 1228279

Condition

Genuine New Old Stock (NOS) item that has never been installed. The bearing itself is clean and well-preserved. The original BMW cardboard wrapping and label show age-related discolouration, dust, and handling marks from long-term storage.

Included

• 1x Genuine BMW needle bearing (Part No. 23 22 1 228 279)

• Original aged BMW packaging label

Installation recommendation

1. Verify BMW part number 23221228279 and your transmission specs before assembly.

2. Inspect and thoroughly lubricate the needle bearing with clean transmission fluid or assembly lube prior to installation.

3. Professional transmission rebuild installation is recommended.

Storage location: 202