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BMW ActiveHybrid 7 Brake Rotor

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Brake vibration, noise, or longer stopping distance? Quality brake rotors restore smooth, reliable braking. Choose front and rear brake rotors or slotted options for better heat dissipation—fit for Ford, Chevy, Honda & more.

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Raybestos 980804R Brake Rotor RearRaybestos 980804R Brake Rotor Rear
RaybestosPart # 980804R
Raybestos 980804R Brake Rotor Rear
43 Reviews
$120.99
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3-year warranty
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Fits 2009-2015 BMW 750Li, 2009-2015 BMW 750i, 2010-2015 BMW 550i GT, 2010-2015 BMW 750Li xDrive, 2010-2015 BMW 750i xDrive, 2010-2015 BMW 760Li, 2010-2017 BMW 550i GT xDrive, 2011-2015 BMW Alpina B7, 2011-2015 BMW Alpina B7 xDrive, 2011-2015 BMW Alpina B7L, 2011-2015 BMW Alpina B7L xDrive, 2013-2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2016-2016 BMW Alpina B6 Gran Coupe, 2016-2019 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe
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Item LocatedUnited States
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980804R, 120.34117, 121.34117, 125.34117, 125.34117CRY, 126.34117SL, 126.34117SR, 127.34117L, 
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item #1000UGAR
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Centric 121.34133 Brake Rotor Rear
CentricPart # 121.34133
Centric 121.34133 Brake Rotor Rear
56 Reviews
$149.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 640i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 640i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2015 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe
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121.34133, 921700RGS, 45536, 121.34133, 60031106, 980496R
item #1000SEQD
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Centric 320.34133H Brake Rotor Rear
CentricPart # 320.34133H
Centric 320.34133H Brake Rotor Rear
56 Reviews
$138.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 640i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 640i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2015 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe
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Item LocatedUnited States
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320.34133H
item #1000SQ3X
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Centric 125.34133 Brake Rotor Rear
CentricPart # 125.34133
Centric 125.34133 Brake Rotor Rear
56 Reviews
$237.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 640i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 640i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2015 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe
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125.34133, 45536, 90031106, 34216775289, 980496P
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Beck/Arnley 083-3686 Brake Rotor Rear
Beck/ArnleyPart # 083-3686
Beck/Arnley 083-3686 Brake Rotor Rear
4.434 Reviews
$171.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 640i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2019 BMW 640i Gran Coupe, 2013-2019 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2019 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive, 2014-2019 BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2015 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe
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Item LocatedUnited States
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Installation PositionRear
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083-3686
item #1000X46Y
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Beck/Arnley 083-3715 Brake Rotor Front Left
Beck/ArnleyPart # 083-3715
Beck/Arnley 083-3715 Brake Rotor Front Left
4.434 Reviews
$176.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2019 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2019 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive
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Vehicle: BMW
Item LocatedUnited States
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Installation PositionFront Left
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083-3715
item #1000X58G
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Centric 128.34133L Brake Rotor Rear Left
CentricPart # 128.34133L
Centric 128.34133L Brake Rotor Rear Left
56 Reviews
$345.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 640i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 640i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2015 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe
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Item LocatedUnited States
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Installation PositionRear Left
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128.34133L
item #1000RUD7
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Beck/Arnley 083-3716 Brake Rotor Front Right
Beck/ArnleyPart # 083-3716
Beck/Arnley 083-3716 Brake Rotor Front Right
4.434 Reviews
$176.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2019 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2019 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive
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Item LocatedUnited States
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Installation PositionFront Right
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083-3716
item #1000X1C9
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Centric 125.34127 Brake Rotor Front Right
CentricPart # 125.34127
Centric 125.34127 Brake Rotor Front Right
56 Reviews
$169.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2013 BMW 528i, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2016 BMW 528i, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive
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125.34127, 45535, 90031100D, 34116785670, 121.34127
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2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 Rear Vented Disc Brake Rotors Replacement | 2-Year Warranty | A-Premium APBRR569
A-Premium®Part # APBRR569
2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 Rear Vented Disc Brake Rotors Replacement | 2-Year Warranty | A-Premium APBRR569
4.7134 Reviews
$141.99
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Fits BMW ActiveHybrid 7: 2013 2014 2015
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Item LocatedUnited States
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Installation PositionRear Driver & Passenger
MaterialCast Iron
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2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 Front Vented Disc Brake Rotors Replacement | 2-Year Warranty | A-Premium APBRR784
A-Premium®Part # APBRR784
2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 Front Vented Disc Brake Rotors Replacement | 2-Year Warranty | A-Premium APBRR784
4.7134 Reviews
$222.99
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Fits BMW ActiveHybrid 7: 2013 2014 2015
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Item LocatedUnited States
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Installation PositionFront Driver & Passenger
item #1013A0Z1
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【Note-1】 528i fit for High-Speed Braking System.
【Note-2】 535i fit for 345mm Rear Disc.
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2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 Rear Drilled & Slotted Disc Brake Rotors Replacement | 2-Year Warranty | A-Premium APBRS424
A-Premium®Part # APBRS424
2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 Rear Drilled & Slotted Disc Brake Rotors Replacement | 2-Year Warranty | A-Premium APBRS424
4.7134 Reviews
$161.99
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Fits BMW ActiveHybrid 7: 2013 2014 2015
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Item LocatedUnited States
Quantity2
Installation PositionRear Driver & Passenger
MaterialCast Iron
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Centric 128.34133R Brake Rotor Rear Right
CentricPart # 128.34133R
Centric 128.34133R Brake Rotor Rear Right
56 Reviews
$345.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 640i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 640i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2015 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe
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128.34133R
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Centric 126.34133SR Brake Rotor Rear Right
CentricPart # 126.34133SR
Centric 126.34133SR Brake Rotor Rear Right
56 Reviews
$296.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 640i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 640i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2015 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe
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Item LocatedUnited States
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Installation PositionRear Right
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126.34133SR
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Centric 127.34127R Brake Rotor Front Right
CentricPart # 127.34127R
Centric 127.34127R Brake Rotor Front Right
56 Reviews
$362.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2013 BMW 528i, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2016 BMW 528i, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive
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Item LocatedUnited States
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Installation PositionFront Right
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127.34127R
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Centric 128.34127R Brake Rotor Front Right
CentricPart # 128.34127R
Centric 128.34127R Brake Rotor Front Right
56 Reviews
$420.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2013 BMW 528i, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2016 BMW 528i, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive
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Item LocatedUnited States
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Installation PositionFront Right
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128.34127R
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Centric 126.34126SL Brake Rotor Front Left
CentricPart # 126.34126SL
Centric 126.34126SL Brake Rotor Front Left
56 Reviews
$278.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2013 BMW 528i, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2016 BMW 528i, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive
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Item LocatedUnited States
Quantity1
Installation PositionFront Left
Part interchange
126.34126SL
item #1000TCDG
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Centric 127.34133R Brake Rotor Rear Right
CentricPart # 127.34133R
Centric 127.34133R Brake Rotor Rear Right
56 Reviews
$234.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 640i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 640i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive, 2014-2018 BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2015 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe
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Item LocatedUnited States
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Installation PositionRear Right
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127.34133R
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Centric 126.34127SR Brake Rotor Front Right
CentricPart # 126.34127SR
Centric 126.34127SR Brake Rotor Front Right
56 Reviews
$278.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2013 BMW 528i, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2016 BMW 528i, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive
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Item LocatedUnited States
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Installation PositionFront Right
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126.34127SR
item #1000TH2H
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Centric 128.34126L Brake Rotor Front Left
CentricPart # 128.34126L
Centric 128.34126L Brake Rotor Front Left
56 Reviews
$420.99
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Fits 2010-2017 BMW 535i GT, 2011-2013 BMW 535i, 2011-2015 BMW 740Li, 2011-2015 BMW 740i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i, 2011-2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2011-2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2012-2018 BMW 650i, 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2013-2013 BMW 528i, 2013-2015 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2014-2016 BMW 528i, 2015-2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive
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Item LocatedUnited States
Quantity1
Installation PositionFront Left
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128.34126L
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A-Premium Brake Rotors & Disc Brake Rotors | Engineered for Safety

Whether you are performing a routine brake rotor replacement or upgrading for high-performance driving, choosing the right disc brake rotor is paramount to your vehicle’s safety and stopping power.

At A-Premium, we offer an extensive selection of precision-engineered brake rotors designed to deliver smooth, noise-free, and reliable braking performance under all driving conditions. Every brake disc brake rotor in our inventory is manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications, ensuring a 100% perfect fit for your specific vehicle.

How to Choose the Best Brake Rotors for Your Driving Style

Finding the best brake rotors isn't about buying the most expensive option; it’s about matching the rotor design to your daily driving habits. The way a disc rotor brake dissipates heat determines its performance and longevity.

Here is a quick breakdown to help you make the right choice:

Brake Rotor Types Compared

Rotor TypeBest ForKey AdvantageKey Disadvantage
Blank / Smooth RotorsDaily commuting, standard passenger cars & SUVs.Maximum surface area, quietest operation, long pad life.Less efficient at cooling under extreme, repetitive braking.
Slotted Brake RotorsHeavy-duty towing, aggressive street driving, track use.Slotted brake rotors excel at wiping away gas, dust, and water to maintain consistent bite.Slightly faster brake pad wear; can produce minimal noise.
Drilled & Slotted RotorsHigh-performance luxury cars, sports cars, aesthetic appeal.Ultimate heat dissipation and rapid cooling in wet conditions.Not recommended for heavy-duty commercial towing due to stress risks.

Front Brakes and Rotors: Why Front Rotors Wear Down Faster

When diagnosing braking issues, you will most frequently look for front brakes and rotors. But why do front brake rotors require replacement more often than rear ones?

  • The 70% Brake Bias: During deceleration, your vehicle’s weight shifts forward. Your front brake rotors handle up to 70% of the total stopping force.
  • Higher Heat Loads: Because they absorb the majority of the kinetic energy, front disc brake rotors experience much higher thermal stress, making them more prone to wear, thinning, and grooving over time.

Pro Tip: Never compromise on the quality of your front braking system. We highly recommend replacing your brake pads and rotors simultaneously to ensure even wear, optimal friction, and maximum lifespan.

When Is It Time for a Brake Rotor Replacement?

Don't wait for your brakes to fail completely. If you experience any of the following warning signs, it is time to inspect your disc rotor brake system:

  • Steering Wheel Vibration: If your steering wheel shakes or pulsates when you apply the brakes, your rotors may be warped or have uneven brake pad deposits.
  • Squealing or Grinding Noises: Deep metallic grinding indicates that your brake pads are completely worn down and are actively scoring and destroying the brake disc brake rotor surface.
  • Visible Grooves or Blue Tinting: Visually inspecting through your wheels may reveal deep circular grooves, also known as scoring, or a bluish tint, which indicates severe overheating and structural weakening.

Why Choose A-Premium Automotive Brake Components?

  • Advanced Metallurgy: Crafted from high-carbon cast iron for superior thermal conductivity and crack resistance.
  • Anti-Rust Protection: Coated with specialized anti-corrosion finishes to prevent rust build-up on non-friction surfaces, keeping your wheels looking clean.
  • Ready to Install: Mill-balanced to precise tolerances to eliminate any out-of-the-box vibrations or shuddering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I just replace my brake rotors and not the pads?

While it is technically possible, it is highly discouraged. Installing old, unevenly worn brake pads onto a brand-new brake rotor will create hot spots, reduce your stopping power, and significantly shorten the lifespan of your new rotor. For optimal safety and performance, always replace pads and rotors together.

What makes slotted brake rotors better than smooth ones?

Slotted brake rotors feature precision-machined grooves across the surface. These slots act as a ventilation system, continuously clearing away the layer of gas, debris, and water that builds up between the pad and the rotor. This prevents brake fade and ensures a more responsive pedal feel during heavy braking or towing.

How do I ensure I am ordering the correct front brake rotors?

Perfect fitment depends entirely on your vehicle's exact Year, Make, Model, and sometimes sub-model or trim level, which dictates wheel size. Use our integrated Year/Make/Model fitment selector at the top of this page to guarantee a 100% hassle-free, direct OEM-replacement fit.

Find the perfect fit for your vehicle today. Browse our premium collection of front and rear brake rotors now!