2018 BMW M3 drive shaft price snapshot
- Low
- $280
- Average
- $571
- High
- $1,025
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 BMW M3 Drive Shaft prices
Year-specific used drive shaft pricing for the 2018 BMW M3, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2018 BMW M3 drive shaft
A used 2018 BMW M3 drive shaft costs between $280 and $1,025, with a median of $500 from 25 salvage yard listings.
What the drive shaft does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used drive shaft price guide →
Also known asDriveshaftPropeller ShaftProp Shaft
Price summary
A used 2018 BMW M3 drive shaft costs $280 to $1,025, with a median asking price of $500. Based on 25 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2017–2019 (3 model years), updated Oct 1, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$614
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$280–$1,02522 listings
Grade XUngraded$395–$5003 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $280–$1,025 | 22 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $395–$500 | 3 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$614
Ungraded$500
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $280–$1,025 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 BMW M3 drive shaft replacement cost?
- Used part
- $500
- 2018 BMW M3 median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$450
- 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $595–$950
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for drive shaft replacement, not a quote for your vehicle. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full drive shaft replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Year-specific context
How does the 2018 BMW M3 compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 32 observed listings, including 25 with posted prices. Its $500 median is 5% below the BMW M3 guide's $525 median.
Among the 8 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #5 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2017, 2019. Shopping across all 3 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Compare model years
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Common questions
2018 BMW M3 drive shaft FAQ
How much is a used 2018 BMW M3 drive shaft?
Based on 25 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 BMW M3 drive shaft lists between $280 and $1,025, with a median asking price of $500.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 BMW M3 drive shaft?
Using a used part, a 2018 BMW M3 drive shaft replacement typically runs $595–$950 all-in: the median used drive shaft for this year lists at $500, and independent-shop labor for drive shaft replacement typically takes 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$450). Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2018 BMW M3 drive shaft fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 BMW M3 drive shaft also appear under model years 2017, 2019, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2018 BMW M3 driveshaft?
A driveshaft is another name for a drive shaft. The prices on this page cover the 2018 BMW M3 drive shaft — median $500, from 25 listings.