Not Msammy here, but as long as your mechanic can get back to where the lines are solid on both sides of the rusted line, it isn't a big deal to replace a rusted section with a new piece of brake line. All he needs is the flaring kit and fittings.

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2007 X3 3.0si, 6 MT, Premium, White

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2008 535i, 6 MT, M Sport, Premium, Space Grey
2003 X5 3.0 Steptronic, Premium, Titanium Silver
2002 325xi 5 MT, Steel Grey
2004 Z4 3.0 Premium, Sport, SMG, Maldives Blue