Vauxhall Arena CV Joints Replacement Parts
Compare prices on a used Vauxhall Arena cv joints from UK breakers. Free part request, no obligation.
Enter your registration or select your vehicle
Find the right part faster and get quotes direct from UK breakers - free, and no obligation.
A buyer's guide to used Vauxhall Arena cv joints
No two cv jointss are quite the same across different vehicles, so getting the specifics right matters when you buy used, second hand or a replacement. Answer a few quick questions below and breakers will only quote if they have the exact matching part in stock:
- State whether it's left or right, inner or outer
Other used Vauxhall Arena parts
- Used Vauxhall Arena Brake Servo
- Used Vauxhall Arena Front Cross Member
- Used Vauxhall Arena Tyre
- Used Vauxhall Arena Steering Column
- Used Vauxhall Arena Washer Motor
- Used Vauxhall Arena Intercooler
- Used Vauxhall Arena Anti Roll Bar
- Used Vauxhall Arena Propshaft
- Used Vauxhall Arena Axle
- Used Vauxhall Arena Alternator
- Used Vauxhall Arena ECU
- Used Vauxhall Arena Airbag
Used cv joints for other Vauxhall models
Fitment questions
Do Vauxhall Arena vans actually have CV joints?
Yes, the Vauxhall Arena is a front-wheel-drive van (a rebadged Renault Trafic/Opel Vivaro of its generation), so it does use CV joints to transmit drive from the gearbox to the front wheels. Both the nearside (NS) and offside (OS) driveshafts have CV joints at the wheel end and the gearbox end, so this is a genuine part for this vehicle. Make sure you specify NS or OS when requesting a quote from a breaker.
Does the CV joint from an early Vauxhall Arena fit a later one - did the design change across the production run?
The Vauxhall Arena was sold in the UK broadly from the late 1990s through to around 2001, sharing its underpinnings with the Renault Trafic of the same era throughout its run without a significant mid-life mechanical revision to the driveshaft layout. In practice the CV joint design is closely related across the Arena's production span, but the exact spline count and joint diameter can vary with engine and gearbox combination, so you should confirm compatibility against your registration with the breaker rather than assume any Arena CV joint is a straight swap.
Does engine size affect which CV joint a Vauxhall Arena needs?
Yes, engine and gearbox pairing can influence the driveshaft and CV joint specification on the Arena, as different outputs may use different gearboxes with differing output flange or spline configurations. You should always quote your engine size and ideally your gearbox code to the breaker when asking for a CV joint. Never assume a CV joint from a different-engined Arena will definitely fit yours without the breaker checking it against your registration.
Does the payload or GVW rating on my Vauxhall Arena affect which CV joint I need?
The Arena was available in different payload variants, and while the payload rating primarily affects suspension and braking components, it is worth mentioning your GVW rating to the breaker, as heavier-rated variants could have slightly different driveshaft specifications. Check the plate in your door shut or engine bay for the exact GVW figure and pass this to the breaker alongside your registration. This gives the dismantler the best chance of supplying the correct CV joint for your specific van.
Does the trim level of my Vauxhall Arena affect which CV joint fits?
No, trim level does not affect CV joint fitment on the Arena - trim relates to interior and cosmetic specification, not running gear. The relevant factors are engine size, gearbox, and payload rating, not whether your van is a base or higher-specification model. Focus on those mechanical details when speaking to a breaker.
Can I use a Renault Trafic or Opel Vivaro CV joint on my Vauxhall Arena?
The Vauxhall Arena shares its platform with the Renault Trafic and Opel Vivaro of the same generation, so there is a strong likelihood that CV joints from those vehicles are compatible, and many breakers will cross-reference across these badges. However, you should always confirm this with the breaker against your specific registration and engine combination, as small production variations can exist between markets and model years. Do not assume cross-compatibility without the breaker verifying the spline count and joint dimensions match.