Automatic Gearbox BMW F10 F11 LCI 518d 520d B47 8642230 GA8HP50Z WARRANTY

Listing details

The gearboxes are sold with a 90-day warranty! They were tested before removal and are in full working order.

Automatic Gearbox BMW F10 F11 LCI 518d 520d B47 GA8HP50Z is a factory-original, used transmission from the Automatic gearboxes segment, designed for installation in BMW 5 Series F10/LCI F11 facelift models. This is a solution for users who expect the original drivetrain performance, smooth gear shifting, and the preservation of factory powertrain parameters.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8642230
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8642230
• Substitutable numbers: 8642230, 24008642230, 8647944, 24008647944
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Category: Automatic Transmission

Technical characteristics and intended use

The presented gearbox belongs to the BMW automatic gearboxes group and is a design intended for use with B47 diesel engines in 518d and 520d facelift (LCI) models. The applied automatic gear shifting technology ensures comfortable, predictable drivetrain operation, which is particularly important in premium-class vehicles used both in city traffic and on long journeys.

The original GA8HP50Z automatic transmission maintains factory shift points, torque converter characteristics, and control logic, which facilitates integration with the vehicle's existing electronics and driver assistance systems.

Benefits of using an original used automatic gearbox

Using an original, used automatic gearbox in a BMW F10/F11 LCI allows for maintaining the consistency of the entire drivetrain. Compared to non-factory solutions, such a transmission offers:

• factory fitment for the B47 power unit and vehicle control units,
• preservation of original gear shifting characteristics,
• no need for installation modifications or mechanical adaptations,
• greater durability predictability compared to random replacements.

For workshops and users, this means shorter installation time, lower risk of compatibility issues, and easier diagnostics in the future.

Condition, verification, and practical application

The component comes from a BMW vehicle and is offered as a used part, which represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining factory build quality. These types of automatic gearboxes are frequently chosen for post-accident repairs, replacements after mechanical failure, or when it is necessary to restore full drivetrain efficiency without investing in expensive remanufactured solutions.

The GA8HP50Z automatic transmission performs well in daily operation, ensuring smooth starting, stable acceleration, and comfortable driving at constant speeds. Proper selection of the gearbox for the specific engine version and F10/F11 LCI model year is crucial for the correct operation of the entire drivetrain, which is why it is worth verifying compatibility with the vehicle's VIN before installation.

BMW automatic gearboxes – drivetrain expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the drivetrain area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as torque converters, control elements, or additional transmission components, check the available parts in the BMW automatic gearboxes category.

Technical support and selecting the right gearbox

When replacing an automatic transmission in a BMW 5 Series, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the gearbox version, controller software, and drivetrain configuration. It may be helpful to review materials regarding the differences between repair, remanufacturing, and replacement with an original used part – especially in the context of costs and durability. For this purpose, it is worth reading the article: Manual gearbox failures in cars – why is an original used part a more reasonable choice than remanufacturing?, which discusses the practical aspects of choosing original transmissions instead of expensive remanufacturing processes.

Informed selection of a component such as Automatic Gearbox BMW F10 F11 LCI 518d 520d B47 GA8HP50Z allows for optimizing repair costs while maintaining the proper drivetrain refinement and driving comfort for which 5 Series models are known.