Clutch kit

A complete clutch kit bundles together every component needed for a full clutch swap, so you don't have to source each piece separately. The kit sits between the engine and the gearbox, transferring drive from one to the other and letting you disengage the engine when changing gear. The components of a clutch kit usually include:

• Clutch disc: The friction plate that connects to the gearbox input shaft and wears down with use.
• Pressure plate: Clamps the disc against the flywheel; loses spring tension over time.
• Release bearing: Engages and disengages the pressure plate; tends to wear out alongside the disc.
• Pilot bearing or bushing: Supports the gearbox input shaft inside the flywheel; rarely renewed on its own.
• Concentric slave cylinder (CSC): Hydraulic actuator inside the bell housing on many modern cars.
• Alignment tool: Plastic guide for centring the disc during installation.

Some kits also include a fresh dual-mass flywheel, where the original isn't reusable.

A clutch wears gradually, and most drivers feel the change before it becomes critical. Watch for any of these:

• The pedal feels heavier or lighter than usual
• The engine revs without the car accelerating in step
• A burning smell during stop-start driving or hill climbs
• Juddering or vibration when pulling away
• Difficulty engaging gears, especially first and reverse
• A high biting point near the top of the pedal travel
• Slipping under load or during overtakes

A slipping clutch left too long can damage the flywheel and pressure plate, turning a routine clutch replacement kit job into a much larger bill. Luckily, clutch kits online on Parthunt24 mean you can find compatible options without opening half a dozen tabs. The platform brings used clutch kit listings together from marketplaces like eBay, Ovoko, RicambiPro, Opisto, Proxyparts, Ecooparts, Autoparts-24, Totalparts, all in one filterable view.

The OEM part number is the first thing to confirm, followed by the transmission code, clutch disc diameter, and whether your car runs a solid or dual-mass flywheel. A kit rated for a different torque output won't last, and a dual-mass flywheel paired with a solid-flywheel kit will fail within months. Search Parthunt24 with the OEM code or vehicle details, then narrow the results using the side filters (Category, Manufacturer, Series, Model, Modification, Price). Each entry leads to the marketplace it's listed on, with the full description and checkout living on the seller's page.

• Vehicle compatibility: Match make, model, year, engine code, and OEM part number.
• Transmission compatibility: Verify compatibility with the specific manual gearbox version.
• Clutch diameter: Check the exact clutch disc diameter and spline count.
• Dual mass vs solid flywheel: Some clutch kits are designed specifically for DMF or SMF setups.
• Included components: Verify the kit includes the disc, pressure plate, release bearing, and CSC.
• Release bearing type: Mechanical vs hydraulic concentric slave cylinder.
• Engine torque compatibility: Higher-output engines may require reinforced clutch kits.
• Start-stop system compatibility: Some modern vehicles require upgraded clutch systems.
• Performance vs standard clutch: Sport clutches differ from OEM comfort-oriented kits.
• Flywheel compatibility: Ensure the clutch kit matches the installed flywheel.
• OEM vs aftermarket specification: Verify fitment and driving characteristics.
• Condition: Inspect friction material wear, heat spots, cracks, and pressure plate condition.

Inspect the seller's listing carefully before paying. The most common buyer regret on a clutch swap is discovering the kit is missing the release bearing or CSC after the gearbox is already on the floor, so check the included components carefully before paying.

• Photos: Clear shots of the disc friction surface, pressure plate fingers, and release bearing.
• Seller reputation: Buyer feedback, sales history, and review quality.
• Compatibility: OEM number checked against your vehicle and transmission code.
• Included components: Disc, pressure plate, release bearing, and CSC if applicable.
• Condition: Friction material thickness, heat spots, and cracked pressure plate fingers.
• Testing: Notes confirming pressure plate spring tension and disc thickness.
• Warranty and returns: A clear path if the kit arrives incomplete or worn.
• Shipping: Padded packaging to protect the friction surfaces in transit.

Satisfied? Push through the order on the seller's site.

Clutch kit prices vary a lot with the vehicle and what's bundled in. A used clutch kit for a small petrol hatchback opens at €50-€120, mid-range kits with hydraulic CSC sit at €150-€350, and a complete clutch kit including dual-mass flywheel for diesel or higher-torque applications can push past €600.Browsing Parthunt24, clutch kits for sale begin from as low as 5.00. Factors that move clutch kit prices up or down:

• Torque rating: Petrol kits sit below diesel, which sit below performance kits.
• Flywheel: Kits including a fresh dual-mass flywheel cost considerably more.
• Brand: OEM sits at the top of the range; quality aftermarket sits below.
• Vehicle rarity: Common cars are cheaper; specialist applications cost more.
• Inclusions: CSC, alignment tool, and bolt kit bundled bump clutch kit prices.

Lining up clutch kit prices on Parthunt24 makes the cheapest kit with the right inclusions easy to spot.

Sourcing a complete clutch kit across forums, transmission specialists, and breaker yards can take half a weekend once flywheel type, CSC fitment, and torque rating need to line up. Parthunt24 brings every compatible kit into one filterable view, with included components, condition, and price stacked together.Standard kits, dual-mass setups, and reinforced performance clutches for most cars on European roads all appear in the same results. The whole comparison fits on one page rather than being spread across a dozen tabs. Compare prices, find the best deal, and buy a clutch kit for your car through Parthunt24 today.