Carbon-fiber ceramic pads give the E36 front axle a low-dust, fade-resistant friction material that stays consistent long after a stock ceramic compound has given up. The 286mm x 22mm vented front rotors are cross-drilled and slotted to vent heat and gas from under the pad, and zinc plated against corrosion. One front pad wear sensor wire is supplied, along with dual-layer rubberized shims, premium stainless-steel hardware and high-temperature ceramic brake lubricant. Everything bolts to the factory calipers.
Specifications
| Type | Carbon-fiber ceramic brake pads and drilled-and-slotted rotors (Z23 Evolution Sport) |
| Position | Front |
| Finish | Zinc-plated rotors |
| Rotor Diameter | 286mm x 22mm |
| Included | Drilled-and-slotted rotors, carbon-fiber ceramic pads, 1 front pad wear sensor wire, dual-layer rubberized shims, premium stainless-steel hardware, high-temperature ceramic brake lubricant |
| Quantity | 1 kit (2 rotors, 1 axle set of pads) |
| Warranty | 3 year / 36,000 miles |
| Part Number | K496 |
This part fits:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992-1998 | BMW | 318i | Base |
| 1992-1997 | BMW | 318is | Base |
| 1998-1999 | BMW | 323i | Base |
| 1998-1999 | BMW | 323is | Base |
| 1992-1995 | BMW | 325i | Base |
| 1992-1995 | BMW | 325is | Base |
| 1996-1999 | BMW | 328i | Base |
| 1996-1999 | BMW | 328is | Base |
| 1999-2000 | BMW | Z3 | Coupe |
| 1997-2002 | BMW | Z3 | Roadster |
Shipping
- In-stock orders placed before 3 PM EST ship the same day — everything else ships within 24 hours.
- Standard, expedited, and overnight options at checkout.
- Oversized items ship by freight and take longer.
- Backordered items ship as soon as stock lands — contact us for lead times.
- International orders: prices do not include VAT, duties, or import fees. Your country charges these at import and they are the buyer’s responsibility.
Returns
- 30-day returns on new, uninstalled items in original packaging with all hardware.
- Standard returns: 8% restocking fee, buyer pays return shipping. Both waived if the item is defective or we made the error.
- Installed or used parts can’t be returned — confirm fitment before you install.
- Special orders and custom items are final sale.
- Email us for return authorization before shipping anything back.
Full details: Shipping Policy · Refund Policy
