The 1959 Bentley Continental has 30 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 9 part types and 4 brands, covering the 6.2L V8 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The drivetrain system on the 1959 Bentley Continental moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. The largest groups are Differential Ring and Pinion (7 parts), Universal Joint (7 parts) and Differential Carrier Bearing / Race (4 parts). The other 6 part types cover the remaining 12 parts.
The 1959 Bentley Continental came with a single engine, the 6.2L V8, and every part is verified against it.
4 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 1959 Bentley Continental, led by DANA (25 parts), WJB / INMOTION PARTS (2 parts) and BCA (2 parts), plus 1 more brand. Quality grades include Economy, Heavy Duty and Standard Replacement.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1959 Bentley Continental. 3 parts have it, including MOTIVE GEAR F9A (Differential Ring and Pinion) and DANA 15178X (Universal Joint). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Differential Carrier Bearing / Race
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT28521 | 🇺🇸 US | Cup Outside Diameter (In): 3.625 InRace | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT28584 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Rightwith Rolls-Royce Axle | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA | NB28521 | 🇺🇸 US | Race Only | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB28584 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Rightwith Rolls-Royce Axle | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.
4 Differential Carrier Bearing / Race parts are listed for the 1959 Bentley Continental, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS and BCA.
In the Economy grade, WJB / INMOTION PARTS supplies 2 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT28521.
The Standard Replacement section lists 2 options from BCA — built to original-equipment specification. BCA NB28521 is listed in this group.
This group includes WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT28521, WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT28584 and BCA NB28521 and the remaining parts above.
Differential Cover
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 10023539 | 🇺🇸 US | Gray Nodular Iron | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 10557615 | 🇺🇸 US | PrimedPaintable | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential covers.
2 Differential Cover parts for the 1959 Bentley Continental come from DANA.
This group includes DANA 10023539 and DANA 10557615.
Differential Pinion Shim
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 10027410 | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Pinion shims.
One part is listed for the 1959 Bentley Continental — DANA 10027410.
Differential Ring and Pinion
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 10004648 | 🇺🇸 US | SVL | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 10004630 | 🇺🇸 US | SVL | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 10004633 | 🇺🇸 US | SVL | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 10004636 | 🇺🇸 US | SVL | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 10004653 | 🇺🇸 US | SVL | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 10004656 | 🇺🇸 US | SVL | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTIVE GEAR Popular | F9A | 🇺🇸 US | A-Line | View on Amazon |
This table covers the ring-and-pinion gear sets that set the axle ratio.
7 Differential Ring and Pinion parts are listed for the 1959 Bentley Continental, from DANA and MOTIVE GEAR. MOTIVE GEAR F9A carries the "Popular" badge.
Economy: 6 parts, from DANA. A representative part number is DANA 10004648.
The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from MOTIVE GEAR. MOTIVE GEAR F9A is listed in this group.
This group includes MOTIVE GEAR F9A, DANA 10004648 and DANA 10004630 and the remaining parts above.
Differential Spider Gear
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 2023887 | 🇺🇸 US | SVLCarrier Gear Kit | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Spider gears.
One part is listed for the 1959 Bentley Continental — DANA 2023887.
Differential Spool
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 10015392 | 🇺🇸 US | Mini-Spool | View on Amazon |
This table covers the spools that lock the differential side gears together.
This group shows a single part: DANA 10015392.
Drive Shaft End Yoke
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 10025483 | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 10025485 | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 10025487 | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Drive Shaft End yokes.
DANA supplies the 3 Drive Shaft End Yoke parts for the 1959 Bentley Continental.
Listed part numbers: DANA 10025483, DANA 10025485 and DANA 10025487.
Pinion Support
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 10029034 | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 10029033 | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 10029035 | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 10029036 | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Pinion supports.
4 Pinion Support parts for the 1959 Bentley Continental come from DANA.
Part numbers include DANA 10029034, DANA 10029033 and DANA 10029035, among others listed above.
Universal Joint
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA Popular | 15178X | 🇺🇸 US | SVLGreasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 25178X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer SelectGreasable | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA Popular | 51350X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL)Non-Greasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 51350XP | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL) PlusNon-Greasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 513501X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL)Greasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | SPL301350XC | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL)Non-Greasable | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 5178X | 🇺🇸 US | SpicerGreasable | View on Amazon |
This table covers the U-joints in the driveshaft.
DANA supplies the 7 Universal Joint parts for the 1959 Bentley Continental. DANA 15178X carries the "Popular" badge.
Economy: 2 parts, from DANA. A representative part number is DANA 15178X.
The Heavy Duty section lists 4 options from DANA — rated for severe service. DANA 51350X is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from DANA. DANA 5178X is listed in this group.
Part numbers include DANA 15178X, DANA 25178X and DANA 51350X, among others listed above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1959 Bentley Continental
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 6.2L V8 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Differential Ring and Pinion and Universal Joint .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1959 Bentley Continental?
Our catalog currently lists 30 drivetrain parts for the 1959 Bentley Continental across 9 subcategories and 4 brands, covering the 6.2L V8 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 1959 Bentley Continental?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1959 Bentley Continental was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1959 Bentley Continental?
Every part on this page is matched to the 6.2L V8 engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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