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Driveshaft Flex Disc (Guibo) cost

Driveshaft Flex Disc (Guibo) on a BMW E90/E92/F30/F32 and similar models typically costs $600 at an independent shop, $1,195–$1,200 at a BMW dealer, or $118–$200 in parts DIY, based on 5 real owner-reported prices.

Last updated · Sources: 5 owner-reported prices from 4 cited threads

Rubber coupling between the transmission (or TC) and the propshaft. Real prices reported by owners on Reddit and BMW forums, with a link to every one.

AllE90E92F30F32G30G20

Typical cost

BMW dealer
$1,195 – $1,200
Median $1,198 · 2 data points
Independent shop
$600
Median $600 · 1 data point
DIY (parts/tools)
$118 – $200
Median $159 · 2 data points

Ranges are the lowest and highest prices in the table below. They are not estimates. Shop prices include parts and labor unless noted.

Every price we found

PriceWhereDetailsSource
$600 Indy Indy quote rear flex disc, 2020 540i at 23k[1]
$1,200 Dealer Dealer quote guibo, 2020 540i[1]
$1,195 Dealer Dealer replacement 2018 M550i at 47k ($1,195)[2]
$200 DIY Pelican DIY project tab ~$200[3]
$118 DIY Meyle HD flex disc kit BimmerWorld ($117.99)[4]

How long it takes

Pelican lists ~3 hours DIY on E90; exhaust/heat shield usually come down. Replace self-locking nuts.

Which cars are affected

E9x / F3x / G3x 3 and 5 Series. xDrive may also have a front propshaft coupling.

Symptoms

Parts list

Flex disc / guibo (OEM or Meyle HD)ECS TuningPelican PartsAmazon
Guibo bolts and self-locking nutsECS TuningPelican PartsAmazon
Exhaust gasketsECS TuningPelican PartsAmazon

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Common questions

How much does Driveshaft Flex Disc (Guibo) cost?

Driveshaft Flex Disc (Guibo) on a BMW E90/E92/F30/F32 and similar models typically costs $600 at an independent shop, $1,195–$1,200 at a BMW dealer, or $118–$200 in parts DIY, based on 5 real owner-reported prices.

How much does Driveshaft Flex Disc (Guibo) cost at a BMW dealer?

Real dealer prices we found ranged $1,195 to $1,200 (2 data points, median $1,198).

How much does an independent shop charge for Driveshaft Flex Disc (Guibo)?

Independent shop prices ranged $600 (1 data points, median $600).

Can I do Driveshaft Flex Disc (Guibo) myself?

Owners who did it themselves reported $118 to $200 in parts and tools.

How long does Driveshaft Flex Disc (Guibo) take?

Pelican lists ~3 hours DIY on E90; exhaust/heat shield usually come down. Replace self-locking nuts.

Which BMWs are affected?

E9x / F3x / G3x 3 and 5 Series. xDrive may also have a front propshaft coupling.

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Sources

  1. Guibo... Flex disk needs replacing at 23k (G30 Bimmerpost)
  2. Guibo Replacement (G30 Bimmerpost)
  3. BMW E90 Flex Disc Replacement (Pelican Parts)
  4. Meyle HD Flex Disc Kit (BimmerWorld)

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