[camilowsky]

I need to replace my front and rear pads pretty soon. As per my service advisor for pads replacement and rotor resurface they will charge $1,933 with taxes already included (NY).

Does anyone know if this is fair price or a rip-off? Is there a better way to go about this than going through BMW service. Don't want to get inferior quality pads and service though.

[Chubbiejones]

Originally Posted by camilowsky

I need to replace my front and rear pads pretty soon. As per my service advisor for pads replacement and rotor resurface they will charge $1,933 with taxes already included (NY).

Does anyone know if this is fair price or a rip-off? Is there a better way to go about this than going through BMW service. Don't want to get inferior quality pads and service though.

Why don't you complete the service yourself? FYI - the price being quoted by the dealership sounds about right but is extremely overpriced if you ask me.

[k4sh_90]

Definitely what Chubbie said. For that price you can do a big brake kit upgrade

[Emily172013]

It's pretty much the going rate. Labor now is around $200hr. If you're handy at all why don't you just replace the pads yourself for less than $100? I've owned BMW's since 1987, plus other makes and motorcycles, and have never replaced a rotor. My thought is if they aren't warped or have heat spots , they're fine.

[1WickedE90]

Originally Posted by camilowsky

I need to replace my front and rear pads pretty soon. As per my service advisor for pads replacement and rotor resurface they will charge $1,933 with taxes already included (NY).

Does anyone know if this is fair price or a rip-off? Is there a better way to go about this than going through BMW service. Don't want to get inferior quality pads and service though.

It's a total ripoff. Find a reputable independent BMW service shop in your area to get a 2nd opinion & ask what they're using for parts (you can specify they use genuine BMW parts if that's what you want). Most will install OEM+ equivalent.

My go-to brand for improving braking performance is Zimmermann, here is their web site https://www.otto-zimmermann.de/en/ - click on CATALOG , input your car info & it will show all the available options.

[edycol]

Parts for G20 are bit scarce still. But Pagid pads for 330:

https://www.autohausaz.com/pn/HL-34106888778

On Rock Auto Beck/Arnley rotirs are going for $56. Very often in BA box you will find Textar or Jurid part.

[hayko_M340]

Did my brakes all around for $800 dollars parts + labor, all OEM parts. Let me know if you need part #'s. Front pads were $250, Rear pads were $180, as well as 2 Brake pad wear sensors which were less than 60 bucks for both. Resurfaced Front Rotors ($50 a piece) and did not touch rear rotors as they were perfectly fine. No squeaks, no noise, they work perfectly fine and perform as they came brand new. Gets driven hard no issues sitting at 34k were changed at 30K.

[Chubbiejones]

Originally Posted by hayko_M340

Did my brakes all around for $800 dollars parts + labor, all OEM parts. Let me know if you need part #'s. Front pads were $250, Rear pads were $180, as well as 2 Brake pad wear sensors which were less than 60 bucks for both. Resurfaced Front Rotors ($50 a piece) and did not touch rear rotors as they were perfectly fine. No squeaks, no noise, they work perfectly fine and perform as they came brand new. Gets driven hard no issues sitting at 34k were changed at 30K.

Would be beneficial for historical purposes if you could post the part numbers

[bimmerman14]

If the car is under 36k just pay 700.00 and upgrade your maintenance plan to ultimate care

[hayko_M340]

Originally Posted by Chubbiejones

Would be beneficial for historical purposes if you could post the part numbers

M340I Brake Service Part #'s

Front Pads: 34-11-6-889-570
Rear Pads: 34-20-6-888-835
Wear Sensor: 34-35-6-870-349

All purchased off BMW Parts Wholesale or Get BMW Parts Wholesale

[Chubbiejones]

Originally Posted by hayko_M340

M340I Brake Service Part #'s

Front Pads: 34-11-6-889-570
Rear Pads: 34-20-6-888-835
Wear Sensor: 34-35-6-870-349

All purchased off BMW Parts Wholesale or Get BMW Parts Wholesale

Awesome!

[NoVaRob21]

Anyone know BMW's recommended Brake bed/break-in procedure? Just had my rotors surfaced/pads replaced (thank god under warranty) but didnt get a chance to ask them when I picked up

[edycol]

Originally Posted by NoVaRob21

Anyone know BMW's recommended Brake bed/break-in procedure? Just had my rotors surfaced/pads replaced (thank god under warranty) but didnt get a chance to ask them when I picked up

Regular pads shouldn't require any specific bed in procedure. You can do several 60-10mph hard stops just before ABS kicks in.

[bimmerboy71195]

Originally Posted by hayko_M340

Did my brakes all around for $800 dollars parts + labor, all OEM parts. Let me know if you need part #'s. Front pads were $250, Rear pads were $180, as well as 2 Brake pad wear sensors which were less than 60 bucks for both. Resurfaced Front Rotors ($50 a piece) and did not touch rear rotors as they were perfectly fine. No squeaks, no noise, they work perfectly fine and perform as they came brand new. Gets driven hard no issues sitting at 34k were changed at 30K.

How much life did your rotors have left on them at 30k? And what was your reason for resurfacing?

[hayko_M340]

Originally Posted by bimmerboy71195

How much life did your rotors have left on them at 30k? And what was your reason for resurfacing?

Vibration when braking above 60+ mph, there was definitely a notable lip on edge of the rotor car went through two track sessions. Going replace rotors on next brake service. Rear rotors are still untouched.