I Was Quoted Complete Replacement Of Front Brakes For $2,569

Greer · 10-10-2023, 04:37 PM

Hi Guys,

I live in Los Angeles and I brought my 2019 M2 Comp to the dealer for a routine oil change and I was informed that I needed a complete replacement of my front brakes and that it would cost $2,569. Two questions:

1. Is this an accurate estimate for this work?

2. Does anyone know a reputable independent shop in SOCAL that could do the job?

Thanks, Gene

jkoral · 10-10-2023, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Greer

1. Is this an accurate estimate for this work?

It's probably accurate for a BMW dealer.

List price on genuine BMW (2NH) rotors/pads is around $1500 ($500 cheaper online at getbmwparts).

Then $1000 for labor (which is still really high) -- not sure labor rates in LA, but guessing $250/hour, brakes don't take 4 hours (not sure "book" time).

MooMooM2 · 10-10-2023, 07:08 PM

dealer price so not surprised. like mentioned probably book price + msrp for the parts. I would definitely look into an indie but it will probably still be expensive however bringing your own parts would save you some coin.

mattr832 · 10-10-2023, 09:19 PM

Brakes are generally an easy thing to do and could be done for easily half that amount. You could do it with a jack and some stands or rent a lift which I’m sure is feasible in LA. I rent lifts in Seattle for about $50 per hour and it includes all kinds of tools.

A few YouTube videos and a willingness to get dirty will save you at least $1000.

Greer · 10-10-2023, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mattr832

Brakes are generally an easy thing to do and could be done for easily half that amount. You could do it with a jack and some stands or rent a lift which I’m sure is feasible in LA. I rent lifts in Seattle for about $50 per hour and it includes all kinds of tools.

A few YouTube videos and a willingness to get dirty will save you at least $1000.

What is the part number for the 2019 M2 Competition front brake rotors and pads?

mattr832 · 10-10-2023, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Greer

What is the part number for the 2019 M2 Competition front brake rotors and pads?

Not sure, but here's an OEM front brake service kit from ECS that should be for the M2 Comp:

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...34112284969kt/

Greer · 10-11-2023, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mattr832

Not sure, but here's an OEM front brake service kit from ECS that should be for the M2 Comp:

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...34112284969kt/

I tried that site and the OEM part number was not there.

chmura · 10-11-2023, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Greer

I tried that site and the OEM part number was not there.

It is there.

Mfg Part #
34112284969KT

Also, if you go to 'Kit Contents' you can see the individual links with the mfg part numbers of each individual item.

Front Brake Disc Mfg Part #34112284810
Front Brake pads Mfg Part #34112284969

MooMooM2 · 10-11-2023, 12:00 PM

not sure how many miles you have on the rotors but some people are hard on them, and pads. I would look into FCP euro, get some DS2500 pads and get some OEM rotors form them and then when you wear em out, send em back, back a new set and get a refund for the ones you sent back. Basically worth it if you do this 1 time, not worth it if you not keeping the car for a bit since they are usually a bit more expensive at fcp euro.

As far as DIY, I was going to suggest it but not everyone wants to do it themselves for a variety of reasons. Yes its easy but you also need a few tools and if you already don't have a jack, jack stands and some tools (E bits if I remember correctly for the calipers, torque wrench, ect) then its a bit more of an investment (of course it would pay itself back just basically doing it the first time and now you have tools.

jkoral · 10-12-2023, 01:48 PM

You don't mention the mileage on your 2019 M2C. Keep in mind BMW dealers always recommend new rotors with pads, even when new rotors are not needed.

You (or the independent shop you find) should be able to measure and see how much life is less on the rotors with a Brake Disc Rotor Gauge Caliper (https://www.amazon.com/VINCA-DRGA-06...dp/B0757HR4C4/)

For example, my dealer recommended full front brakes on my X3 with 25K miles and the front rotors were only 0.4mm used (24mm new, minimum thickness 22.4mm), so I just put on new pads.

Greer · 10-12-2023, 02:14 PM

My 2019 M2 Comp. has 35K Miles. Here's the estimate from the dealer:

jkoral · 10-12-2023, 02:34 PM

Nice -- my dealer has never provided me rotor measurements.

I have no problem running front pads at 4mm for a while (at least until sensor trips), but I wouldn't be comfortable running rotors below the minimum thickness.

Good luck.

Greer · 10-12-2023, 02:37 PM

I found an independent shop that will replace the front brakes and rotors for $1,675.00

carchrism5 · 10-29-2023, 04:59 AM

Yeah, dealerships have gotten even more insane. Had my X3 M40 in recently (35k miles) and they said "pads at 4m, recommend replacement" and they never sent me an itemized estimate, the day I picked it up they handed me the estimate and it was maybe 1 sentence and $2,9xx. Bought parts online (eEuroParts/FCP Euro) and OE/OEM (Brembo, Zimmerman, etc) was under $1k and 2.5 hours labor at trusted indy, needless to say well under half of dealer. I have just grown to hate not just their pricing but lack of transparency and honesty.

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mattr832 Private 29 Rep 71 Posts Drives: 2016 M2 Join Date: Sep 2023 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0)	Brakes are generally an easy thing to do and could be done for easily half that amount. You could do it with a jack and some stands or rent a lift which I’m sure is feasible in LA. I rent lifts in Seattle for about $50 per hour and it includes all kinds of tools. A few YouTube videos and a willingness to get dirty will save you at least $1000.
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MooMooM2 Lieutenant Colonel 1819 Rep 1,610 Posts Drives: M2 Comp Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: NY iTrader: (2)	not sure how many miles you have on the rotors but some people are hard on them, and pads. I would look into FCP euro, get some DS2500 pads and get some OEM rotors form them and then when you wear em out, send em back, back a new set and get a refund for the ones you sent back. Basically worth it if you do this 1 time, not worth it if you not keeping the car for a bit since they are usually a bit more expensive at fcp euro. As far as DIY, I was going to suggest it but not everyone wants to do it themselves for a variety of reasons. Yes its easy but you also need a few tools and if you already don't have a jack, jack stands and some tools (E bits if I remember correctly for the calipers, torque wrench, ect) then its a bit more of an investment (of course it would pay itself back just basically doing it the first time and now you have tools.
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jkoral Lieutenant Colonel 1023 Rep 1,968 Posts Drives: 2017 M2 LBB 6MT Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: MA iTrader: (7)	You don't mention the mileage on your 2019 M2C. Keep in mind BMW dealers always recommend new rotors with pads, even when new rotors are not needed. You (or the independent shop you find) should be able to measure and see how much life is less on the rotors with a Brake Disc Rotor Gauge Caliper (https://www.amazon.com/VINCA-DRGA-06...dp/B0757HR4C4/) For example, my dealer recommended full front brakes on my X3 with 25K miles and the front rotors were only 0.4mm used (24mm new, minimum thickness 22.4mm), so I just put on new pads.
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Greer Colonel 1893 Rep 2,511 Posts Drives: 2022 M5 Competition Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	My 2019 M2 Comp. has 35K Miles. Here's the estimate from the dealer: Attached Images __________________ 2022 F90 M5 Competition & 2019 M2 Competition 2019 F90 M5 Competition 2017 F80 M3 Competition 2014 F10 M5 Competition 2003 E39 M5
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MooMooM2 Lieutenant Colonel 1819 Rep 1,610 Posts Drives: M2 Comp Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: NY iTrader: (2)	dealer price so not surprised. like mentioned probably book price + msrp for the parts. I would definitely look into an indie but it will probably still be expensive however bringing your own parts would save you some coin.
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jkoral Lieutenant Colonel 1023 Rep 1,968 Posts Drives: 2017 M2 LBB 6MT Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: MA iTrader: (7)	Nice -- my dealer has never provided me rotor measurements. I have no problem running front pads at 4mm for a while (at least until sensor trips), but I wouldn't be comfortable running rotors below the minimum thickness. Good luck.
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Greer Colonel 1893 Rep 2,511 Posts Drives: 2022 M5 Competition Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	I found an independent shop that will replace the front brakes and rotors for $1,675.00 __________________ 2022 F90 M5 Competition & 2019 M2 Competition 2019 F90 M5 Competition 2017 F80 M3 Competition 2014 F10 M5 Competition 2003 E39 M5
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carchrism5 Lieutenant Colonel 336 Rep 1,590 Posts Drives: M2, X3 M40i, 911 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: NC iTrader: (3)	Yeah, dealerships have gotten even more insane. Had my X3 M40 in recently (35k miles) and they said "pads at 4m, recommend replacement" and they never sent me an itemized estimate, the day I picked it up they handed me the estimate and it was maybe 1 sentence and $2,9xx. Bought parts online (eEuroParts/FCP Euro) and OE/OEM (Brembo, Zimmerman, etc) was under $1k and 2.5 hours labor at trusted indy, needless to say well under half of dealer. I have just grown to hate not just their pricing but lack of transparency and honesty.
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