Brembo 09.8952.11 UV Coated Vented Front Brake Rotor for BMW E36

Brembo 09.8952.11 UV Coated Vented Front Brake Rotor for BMW E36

by Brembo

$115.39

Key Features

  • Matches BMW OE part number 34116855156
  • Brembo is an actual OEM supplier to BMW - not just a brand name
  • UV coating slows corrosion on hat and non-swept rotor surfaces
  • Vented front rotor design for E36 chassis fitment
  • Verify diameter before ordering - E36 had multiple front rotor specs
  • Stock replacement spec, not a performance upgrade rotor

Product Details

Brand
Brembo
Category
Brake Rotors
ASIN
B005O9BCRW

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Brembo 09.8952.11 UV Coated Vented Front Brake Rotor for BMW E36 — Overview

This is a direct OE-replacement front rotor from Brembo, matching BMW part number 34116855156. Brembo actually supplies rotors to BMW from the factory, so you're getting the same manufacturer with a UV anti-corrosion coating added - that coating keeps the hat and non-swept areas from rusting out before the rotor even sees a full heat cycle, which is a real problem if the car sits for any stretch. Fits E36 chassis cars, so verify your specific variant and caliper setup before ordering since rotor diameter varies across the E36 lineup depending on whether you're running the base single-piston setup or the larger M-sport brakes.

If you're deciding between this and a generic budget rotor, the Brembo OE spec means the metallurgy and vane count are matched to what BMW engineered for pedal feel and heat dissipation on the E36. These aren't performance-upgraded rotors - they're a quality like-for-like replacement, which is exactly what a street car or a car you want to keep driving predictably actually needs. Pair with fresh pads and bleed the fluid while you're in there; E36 brake lines are old enough at this point that neglecting the fluid is a waste of a good rotor swap.