Big Brake Kits for BMW 3 Series E46 (1999-2005)

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Here at Turner Motorsport, we're all about how quickly you can go from 0-60. But if you're really serious about track days like we are, you should be equally as serious about your 60-0 time. Braking is vital to improving lap times. If you're serious about progressing as a driver, then a big brake kit is essential for you.

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M Performance Brembo Caliper Upgrade For E36/E46
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T#:388172
Part#: E46135BRAKE
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Starting at $ 2,334.97 USD
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135/BMW Performance brakes for your E36 and E46! This kit uses the factory BMW Performance Brembo 6-piston calipers (same as 135i) with E46 330-sized rotors (325x25mm / 12.8") for a bolt on braking upgrade. Everything comes complete - 6-piston calipers, rotors, custom caliper bracket, brake lines, and a pad sensor. Choose your preferred brake fluid and brake pads below (or call us for a recommendation).

Brake rotor options -

  • OEM Pagid Coated - blank rotors with anti-corrosion coating
  • Turner/Centric cross-drilled
  • Turner/Centric slotted
  • Turner/Cetnric cross-drilled & slotted
  • BMW Peformance floating and cross-drilled
  • ECS 2-piece floating with cross-drilled and slotted

Brake pad options -

  • OEM Textar (same as stock 135i)
  • Centric Posi-Quiet - nearly dust-free (Turner preferred!)
  • Hawk Ceramic nearly dust-free
  • Hawk HPS performance
  • StopTech performance

This is a direct fit to all E36 and E46 (not E46 M3) and comes with a lot more braking power than standard (especially on non-M E36). Consequently there will be more front brake bias - the front brakes have more bite than before. During normal street driving all you will notice is that the brakes feel stronger. For track driving we recommend a more aggressive rear pad to balance the brake bias or a StopTech or Brembo big brake kit that has been properly engineered for the chassis (not a retrofit).

Requires 17" wheels and wheel spacers may be required depending on wheel spoke design. E46 Style 68 wheels shown are used with 5mm spacer.

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T#:23847539
Part#: ECS6PISTONBBKKT
Ships on Aug 31, 2026
$ 2,793.05 USD
$ 2,793.05 USD

Upgrade your BMW's braking performance with the ECS Big Brake Kit, designed to deliver enhanced stopping power and reduced brake fade. This comprehensive kit includes 6-piston calipers from the E82, E88, and the E9X BMW Performance big brake kit, along with original equipment pads for optimal braking efficiency. The package also incorporates 325x25 ECS 2-piece rotors, ECS caliper brackets, Exact Fit braided stainless reinforced brake lines, essential hardware, and one liter of Pentosin Super DOT4 Brake Fluid.

Key Benefits:

  • Enhanced braking performance with reduced brake fade
  • Includes 6-piston calipers and original equipment pads for improved efficiency
  • Incorporates ECS 2-piece rotors and caliper brackets for better functionality
  • Exact Fit braided stainless reinforced brake lines for durability
  • Comprehensive hardware and Pentosin Super DOT4 Brake Fluid included

The ECS Big Brake Kit ensures that brake bias remains stable, making it suitable for various applications. For track use, consider pairing with a more aggressive rear pad. These calipers are compatible with most 17” wheels; however, please refer to the attached template for fitment verification. Additionally, follow the attached installation guide for replacing the OEM caliper carrier with the ECS caliper carrier.

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BMW E46 M3 Performance 6-Piston Front Big Brake Kit - Hawk HPS Brake ...
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Spacers required if using this kit with OEM M3 wheels
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T#:5498502
Part#: E46CSLBBKKT
Ships on Oct 5, 2026
$ 2,767.09 USD
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$ 2,767.09 USD
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Brake harder with less brake fade with ECS 2-Piece Cross-Drilled rotors, 6-piston BMW Performance calipers with Hawk HPS pads. Give your BMW incredible stopping power with BMW Performance calipers from the 135i performance braking package.
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6-Piston Front Big Brake Kit (325X25)
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Requires the use of 17" or larger wheels
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T#:5416777
Part#: 341136462ATMSKT
Ships on Aug 31, 2026
$ 2,760.99 USD
$ 2,760.99 USD
Give your BMW incredible stopping power with less brake fade - featuring 2-piece rotors. Big Brake Kit includes: 6-piston calipers from the E82, E88 and the E9X BMW Performance big brake kit, with original equipment pads 325x25 2-piece rotors Caliper brackets Exact Fit braided stainless reinforced brake lines All necessary hardware, including pad sensor, caliper and carrier bolts, and rotor screws. One liter Pentosin Super DOT4 Brake Fluid Brake bias will not be dramatically affected. For track applications, a more aggressive rear pad is recommended. Most 17” wheels will clear these calipers. The four (4) longer bolts pictured will come attached to the OEM caliper carrier. This carrier must be removed and replaced with the bigger caliper carrier.
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T#:55857748
Part#: 000505ECS02KT9
Ships on Oct 5, 2026
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$ 1,231.15 USD
$ 1,231.15 USD
The ultimate CSL braking upgrade for your standard E46 M3. This kit bolts genuine CSL-spec front stopping power directly onto your car, paired with premium Exact-Fit stainless steel lines
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T#:369019
Part#: E46CSLFBK
Ships in 2 Business Days
$ 2,636.00 USD
$ 2,636.00 USD

The stock E46 M3 brakes measure in at 328mm and use a 1-peice rotor. While these are great for road use and even some occasional track days, someone looking for the best track set up should look to change their brakes out to the E46 M3 CSL style brakes. With just the addition of a pair of caliper carriers and a new set of 345mm floating 2-piece rotors, you can substantially improve your braking performance.

E46 M3 CSL/Competition brake rotors offer a number of advantages over the stock rotors. First, they are larger, moving the friction surface further away from the center, creating more surface area. This helps to alleviate heat soak issues that would be found on smaller rotors. Second, they have built in cooling designs that allow the rotors to cool down quicker in between braking. Cross drilling allows for better cooling as well as better pad contact by allowing gasses and break dust to pass through and directional veining improves cooling by forcing through and directing the air flow to reduce temperatures.

This CSL rotor conversion kit can be used with factory wheel sizes of 18" and larger and any E46 M3 brake pad set can be used.

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BMW E46 M3 CSL Big Brake Upgrade Kit (345x28)
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T#:380814
Part#: 000505ECS02KT4
Ships on Oct 5, 2026
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$ 917.09 USD
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Introducing the BMW E46 M3 CSL Big Brake Upgrade Kit (345x28), a performance enhancement for BMW enthusiasts. This upgrade kit is specifically designed for the E46 M3 CSL model, providing superior braking power and control. With its larger brake discs and calipers, it enhances the overall braking performance of your BMW. Upgrade your E46 M3 CSL today with this Big Brake Upgrade Kit and enjoy the following benefits:
  • Superior braking power for enhanced safety on the road
  • Increased control and responsiveness during braking maneuvers
  • Larger brake discs and calipers improve heat dissipation for consistent performance
  • Designed specifically for the E46 M3 CSL model for perfect fitment
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BMW E46 Front CSL Big Brake Kit Plus (345x28)
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T#:380823
Part#: 001121ECS01KT
Ships on Oct 5, 2026
Sale - Save 5% $ 1,269.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
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$ 1,206.49 USD
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$ 1,269.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
06-13-2026

$ 1,206.49 USD

BMW E46 Front CSL Big Brake Kit Plus (345x28)

Upgrade your BMW's braking performance with the BMW E46 Front CSL Big Brake Kit Plus (345x28). This comprehensive brake kit is designed specifically for BMW E46 models, offering superior stopping power and reliability. Engineered with precision and quality in mind, this kit provides numerous benefits:

  • Enhanced braking performance for improved safety on the road
  • Reduced stopping distances for quicker response in emergency situations
  • Superior heat dissipation to prevent brake fade during intense driving
  • Increased durability and longevity compared to stock brake components

Transform your BMW E46 with this high-quality brake kit for a safer and more exhilarating driving experience.

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