Compare BMW 1 Series clutch repair quotes from specialist garages

Looming hundreds of feet up in Munich's skyline is BMW's headquarters, a vast and impressive building designed to look like four engine cylinders - the configuration that drove much of the brand's early success.

BMW has come a long way since 1927, when it produced its first car, the Dixi, shortly to be renamed the BMW 3/15. In 2022, it was awarded 'Best Manufacturer' at the AutoCar Britain's Best Car Awards, and the same year, it triumphed at the WhatCar? Awards, winning more accolades than any other brand. The M5 special edition, celebrating 20 years of BMW motorsport, is one of the rarest M automobiles in the world.

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The clutch in your car can last up to 150,000 miles, although this distance is affected by your driving style. If you don't change gears smoothly, the clutch will deteriorate until you may have to consider booking a clutch repair.

Booking a clutch and gearbox repair together is common since these parts go hand in hand. Unfortunately, when you notice your clutch slipping, this means the clutch plate has been worn down. You cannot repair it; instead, it must be replaced.

You could buy a new clutch and have a clutch specialist fit it for you, but it's best to get an expert opinion first.

A clutch repair or replacement will usually take several hours as it is a notoriously big job. Drivers often worry about the price, but that's what FixMyCar is here for; we can help you find an affordable clutch centre or book a mobile clutch repair.