AMG BlackSeries Discs and Pads

[AMGBlack]

Hi, I wonder if any guys out there can help me.

Just had the first MOT done on the Black Series (it failed would you believe) .. track rods needed replacing (90% goodwill by MB which was good). .

However, they have said that I need as a matter of urgency new discs all round and new pads. They have quoted just under £3,000 for the work.

Hells teeth ..

Any specialists out there that can help? .. for that price I can almost buy a new car (albeit a tata!) lol.

 

[blondebier]

Speak to Olly. (BlackC55) - He'll sort you out.

I can't imagine they're going to be cheap though.

 

[BaldGuy]

+ 1.... I had my drilled grooved and floating OEM Benz discs and pads all round done by Olly and Jack... very good price....

 

[The _Don]

Hi nice car ! ring merc get prices for the parts then get a local recommended indie (olly) to fit them if there is a worthwhile saving ?

 

[BlackC55]

Let me know if I can help

 

[C240Sport97]

40% off parts prices ... see here:

http://www.mbclub.co.uk/forums/engine/96680-40-mb-service-parts-discount.html

 

[tpwuk]

Even with 40% off, that's still a fair chunk of money. Did you not realise you had a black series!??

 

[lopes80]

Ouch, I think front discs alone are £1200+ vat

 

[A210AMG]

How much is was a CLK black new, I guess its all relative?

Sounds a lot for brakes mind...how much better than a CLK63 are they?

whats your millage?

Hope you get a good price

 

[whitenemesis]

'Standard' CLK63 AMG discs are £575.48

 

[AMGBlack]

Thanks for all the posts guys. . will contact the people you mention . .and yeah, I know. . it is a black after all.

I know it is relative to the price of the car, but , but £3K for the brakes. . when the service was only £245 lol. .

Mileage is 40K. . dont believe in cars being locked away (sorry Rash lol)


I am wondering though, if the dealership is being crafty and saying I need discs when I actually only need pads. . being taken advantage off because of the car.
Does anyone know the settings / Micrometer wear etc for the discs.

Appreciate the help so far everyone . .

 

[whitenemesis]

What are the first 6 digits from your VIN?

 

[The _Don]

40k miles and you have tracked the car i believe so yes the discs are probably past there best i would guess ?

 

[A210AMG]

40K miles £3000 bill = 7.5p a smile

 

[Palmball]

MB are charging crazy prices for their brakes...it seems if the car has Performance Pack or Black in the name, the AMG tax is quadrupled.

I'm feeling for you AMGBlack...I have a feeling given what I was told the brakes on my car cost (£1,500 + just for the front discs) that the majority of the cost will be parts and not labour.

I'm glad I managed to get a set of pads and discs under warranty!

 

[Bobby Dazzler]

I am wondering though, if the dealership is being crafty and saying I need discs when I actually only need pads. . being taken advantage off because of the car.

It wouldn't be the first time, and of course there's always the perfect explaination: "...in the interests of safety and your convenience Sir, they'll need replacing before your next service is due"

 

[AMGBlack]

Well I have decided to "park" the black inside my workshop for the next 3 weeks and use my E-Class. I am going to get the wheels off (and that means I may clean the inside Rash!!) .. and get an independant "check" done of their condition.

To answer some questions raised, yes I have tracked the car but 20 laps in 3 years is not excessive . .either that Merc build piss poor discs

My Warranty only ran out last tuesday so maybe some goodwill is due (yeah maybe lol). .

When I have then checked (by who, dont know yet) I shall either get them done or consider a different set up.

Funny thing is that I always complained to the dealership since I had it the brakes were naff .. not as good as I expected. . perhaps some underlying reason. Anyways, if I have to bite the bullet then I will. . just get an uneasy feeling that as they paid 90% goodwill on some track rods and didnt raise a bill for the MOT either they are getting it back with this supposed work! ..

I have had the car since new (3 years) and this is also the first time the pads need changing . . I dont drive with a heavy brake foot (if that makes sense).

Argh, rambling now . but really appreciate all the help and advice.

 

[ACID]

Hi
Part number
Retail
With Discount

Front Disc Each A219 421 02 12
£622.00
£373.20

Front Pads A004 420 89 20
£223.00
£133.80

Rear Disc Each A171 4230212
£129.00
£74.40

Rear Pads A005 420 4120
£122.00
£73.20

Total £1847 + Vat
Total With discount £1102.20 + Vat

Hope this help

ACID

 

[Alex]

AMGBlack

You may be better of ordering rotors from indie tuners e.g. evosport. A pair is $1,299. Or $1,999 for a full set.

evosport.com - Detailed Product Description

You rotors measure 360 x 32 mm.

 

[AMGBlack]

You guys are legends. . thanks

Brabusk8, is that direct from MB? . .or somewhere else. you?