Cost for brakes

[rcasey]

What can I expect to spend at a BMW dealership for new brake pads and rotors, front and rear, installed in southern California?

The vehicle is an '08 3.0SI with 50,000 miles.

Thanks in advance,
Dick

[JCL]

Depends on the pricing at your specific dealer.

Here is what it would cost at my dealer, CDN $ is at par with the US $ at the moment. $1091 for pads, rotors, wear sensors, shop supplies, and labour, all OE parts (taxes not included).

[ard]

^^ Those prices look reasonable for a BMW dealer.

OP, the answer will be MUCH higher in SoCal. I am guessing 700-1000 per axle. Rule of thumb is that the SA sizes you up and trying to guess how much they can get you for....

Personally I just did our old MDX for $140 front pads and rotors, and 2 hours. I am trying to teach my son how to do this stuff so with the money he saves on maintenance he can afford nice cars.

A

[adrocky]

At Jack's Automotive in culver city, I got brakes (pads, OEM rotors, OEM sensors) for $712. Fronts only on a 07 4.8

[seattle]

Has anyone done DYI brake job on the X5?

[balx5]

Originally Posted by seattle

Has anyone done DYI brake job on the X5?

Very interested in the DIY as well, as it'll be helpful for folks who will want to change them out after the maintenance coverage. I know we have the E53 DIY but good to have the nuance for the E70.

[Brian425]

Wow, for $1,000 I will put new pads, wear sensors and wash your truck. I cannot see this being more than $300 in parts and 3-4 hours labor.

[Thirdy]

Originally Posted by seattle

Has anyone done DYI brake job on the X5?

I just replaced my front brakepads more than a week ago.All you need is a hex bit to remove the brake calipers and a C clamp to press the brake caliper piston. It was pretty straightforward. I used akebono pads since it has good reviews at Tirerack. I haven't washed the car for almost a week and my front wheels are still clean (no dust). I use to clean my wheels every other day. I spent $87 for the pads and $28 for the OEM brake sensor. I didn't replace the rotors yet since they're still within spec. And those prices includes shipping already.

[1naztyx5]

Originally Posted by seattle

Has anyone done DYI brake job on the X5?

I change my own brakes, no different than any other vehicle really...If you done brakes before this is cake, Not sure if there is anything special to explain but if you an specific question just let me know.

[seattle]

^^^ Thanks, that's good to know.
I have gone DYI on brakes on my previous cars, and see no reason to pay someone $1,500.
The only problem would be resetting the computer. How is it done? Automatically?