M Sport 540i without M Sport Brakes?

f30modern · 06-03-2021, 07:38 AM

So I purchased a M Sport 540i CPO last year and it has the grey brakes not the blue m sport ones, is it possible to have a M sport 540i 2017 without the blue m sport brakes? If so what brakes do I have?

Joe-BMW33 · 06-03-2021, 07:53 AM

I don't believe the blue caliper M-Sport brakes were offered on the 2017 540i sport (or maybe not at all for other MY's). These are specific to the M550 to the best of my knowledge.

PetieD 7 · 06-03-2021, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by f30modern

So I purchased a M Sport 540i CPO last year and it has the grey brakes not the blue m sport ones, is it possible to have a M sport 540i 2017 without the blue m sport brakes? If so what brakes do I have?

The M Sport brakes system was an "optioned" item for MY '17-'18. Although, you can upgrade either to M Sport brakes (blue caliper), or an M Performance brakes (red caliper w/ larger dimpled front/rear rotors when compared to M Sport brakes). The cost is pretty high for both brake systems (especially for an M Performance brakes).

AP · 06-03-2021, 10:12 AM

This may be market specific
I have a U.K. 2017 540ix msport and it has the blue callipers bu default

drmlee · 06-03-2021, 02:28 PM

its a stand alone option in the states, m sport package does not include the brakes unless its optioned seperately.

DNYC1919 · 06-03-2021, 03:46 PM

How much to add those brakes if not on build ?

Joe-BMW33 · 06-04-2021, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by DNYC1919

How much to add those brakes if not on build ?

About $3,200 just for parts.

https://www.bimmerworld.com/Brakes/B...112289348.html

dlf750 · 06-04-2021, 06:56 AM

option - I have them on my 2019 M package 540

Joe-BMW33 · 06-04-2021, 07:08 AM

If it's the colored calipers you are really in search of vs. performance, just have your calipers painted and stick an M badge on them if that's your thing.

ericvt · 06-04-2021, 08:49 AM

In Canada for MY 2017-2018 it is an option. I have the Msport package and Do not have the blue M brakes. At the time I think it was an 800-1000$ option which is a bargain because if you buy the M brakes at the dealer it's like 2000 + install costs (or DIY if you are handy).

beerman80 · 06-04-2021, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

If it's the colored calipers you are really in search of vs. performance, just have your calipers painted and stick an M badge on them if that's your thing.

I second this! Painting calipers is pretty easy and much cheaper. I don't think the gains are worth the cost for a daily driver.

aerof16 · 06-07-2021, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

I don't believe the blue caliper M-Sport brakes were offered on the 2017 540i sport (or maybe not at all for other MY's). These are specific to the M550 to the best of my knowledge.

It was an option, I have them on my 2017 540i.

f30modern · 06-08-2021, 06:40 PM

Thank you I'll stick to my regular brakes, I'm happy with them and the minimum dust they produce. I may be open to painting them orange or bronze to contrast the carbon black metallic.

RwdJesus · 06-08-2021, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by DNYC1919

How much to add those brakes if not on build ?

$650

Not too bad. Easily worth it imo

AP · 06-09-2021, 03:56 AM

The brakes definitely good. I'm the nearly 4 years I've had my car I used to thei maximum a short while back. First time I've used the ABS on the car. In fact emergency brake assist kicked in I'm sure and I was very impressed at how much speed was scrubbed off in such a short distance.

CHicksM575 · 06-09-2021, 11:44 AM

Here are some for sale.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/224373612983

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ericvt Private 16 Rep 75 Posts Drives: G30 BMW 530 XI Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	In Canada for MY 2017-2018 it is an option. I have the Msport package and Do not have the blue M brakes. At the time I think it was an 800-1000$ option which is a bargain because if you buy the M brakes at the dealer it's like 2000 + install costs (or DIY if you are handy). __________________ 2017 BMW 530i xDrive - - Great so far! Past Cars: 2013 BMW 328i xDrive - Miss her already 2007 BMW 328i Coupe - 'Last BMW 328 w/ 6 cylinders *tear'
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