{"product_id":"trw-cotec-gdb1261-brake-pad-set-prepared-for-wear-indicator","title":"TRW GDB1261 COTEC Front Disc Brake Pad Kit, Wear Sensor Compatible – For BMW 5 Series E39 (M5, 540i, 530i, 530d, 525i, 520d), 7 Series E38 740i, X5 E53, X3 E83, Alpina B10 – OEM Spec Replacement","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte\"\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch2\u003eTRW COTEC GDB1261 Disc Pad Kit - Sensor Compatible - OE Quality For BMW and Alpina\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Looking for a confident, road-ready braking upgrade without compromise? The TRW COTEC GDB1261 disc pad kit delivers strong bite, smooth modulation and reassuring performance mile after mile. Built with TRW’s COTEC coated friction surface, these pads bed in rapidly for dependable stopping right from the first drive after installation. The set is prepared for a pad wear indicator, so if your vehicle uses a sensor, simply fit your new sensor at the same time.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Ideal for a wide range of iconic BMW platforms and Alpina variants, this pad kit suits E39 5 Series including M5 and popular 6-cylinder and V8 models, E38 7 Series 740i, E53 X5 petrol and diesel, E83 X3 high-output diesels and Alpina B10. If you are browsing for replacement disc pads for E39, performance brake pads for M5 4.9 V8, upgraded pads for 540i, 530i, 530d, 525i or 520d, or heavy-duty pads for E53 X5 and E83 X3, this GDB1261 set is a proven choice trusted by enthusiasts and daily drivers alike.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy choose TRW GDB1261\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCOTEC coated friction layer for fast bedding-in and confident stopping from the first miles\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSensor-ready backing plate - compatible with pad wear indicator where fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConsistent pedal feel and stable braking in varied road conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLow noise with refined street manners for everyday use\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDirect-fit disc pad kit for popular BMW and Alpina applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRun by our team on our own builds - excellent customer feedback for road use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eKey details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePart number: GDB1261\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePad width: 156.4 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePad height: 73.6 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePad thickness: 19 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWear indicator compatibility: prepared for sensor fitment where applicable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eVehicle applications - highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Please check your exact fitment before ordering. Use our recommender or contact us and we will confirm suitability for your chassis, engine and year.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch4\u003eAlpina\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eB10 Saloon E39 - 4.6 V8 250 kW 340 HP 12\/1996 to 10\/1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eB10 Saloon E39 - 4.6 V8 255 kW 347 HP 10\/1998 to 09\/2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eB10 Touring E39 - 4.6 V8 250 kW 340 HP 01\/1997 to 10\/1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eB10 Touring E39 - 4.6 V8 255 kW 347 HP 10\/1998 to 09\/2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch4\u003eBMW 5 Series E39\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e520d 2.0 100 kW 136 HP 2000 to 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e520i 2.2 125 kW 170 HP 2000 to 2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e525d 2.5 120 kW 163 HP 2000 to 2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e525i 2.5 141 kW 192 HP 2000 to 2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e525td 2.5 85 kW 116 HP 1997 to 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e525td 2.5 105 kW 143 HP 1996 to 2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e530d 3.0 142 kW 193 HP 1998 to 2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e530i 3.0 170 kW 231 HP 2000 to 2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e535i 3.5 173 kW 235 HP 1996 to 1999\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e535i 3.5 180 kW 245 HP 1999 to 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e540i 4.4 210 kW 286 HP 1996 to 2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch4\u003eBMW 7 Series E38\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e740i 4.0 210 kW 286 HP 1994 to 2001\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e740i 4.4 210 kW 286 HP 1996 to 2001\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch4\u003eBMW M Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eM5 E39 4.9 294 kW 400 HP 1998 to 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch4\u003eBMW X Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eX5 E53 3.0d 135 kW 184 HP 2001 to 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eX5 E53 3.0d 155 kW 211 HP 2003 to 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eX5 E53 3.0d 160 kW 218 HP 2003 to 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eX5 E53 3.0i 170 kW 231 HP 2000 to 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eX5 E53 4.4i 210 kW 286 HP 2000 to 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eX5 E53 4.4i 235 kW 320 HP 2003 to 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eX3 E83 3.0sd 210 kW 286 HP 2006 to 2008\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eX3 E83 35d xDrive 3.0 210 kW 286 HP 2008 to 2011\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eFitting and support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Want these installed properly first time? Book professional fitting with MJ Modifications in Warwickshire. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@mjmodifications.co.uk\"\u003einfo@mjmodifications.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e for a quote. We have fitted this GDB1261 pad kit on our own cars and for customers, and feedback on bite, feel and road manners has been excellent.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eCompatibility check before dispatch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    We will verify vehicle compatibility before shipping. At checkout, include your registration number or the last 7 characters of your VIN so we can confirm that TRW GDB1261 is the correct disc pad kit for your model.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eSearch-friendly terms customers use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    GDB1261 brake pads, TRW Cotec pads, BMW 5 Series E39 pad kit, E39 M5 brake pad kit, 540i V8 pads, 530i pads, 530d pads, 525i pads, 520d pads, E38 740i pads, E53 X5 pads, E83 X3 pads, Alpina B10 E39 pads, disc brake pad replacement, sensor compatible pads, wear indicator ready pads, BMW brake upgrade, OE style pads, UK brake pads, BMW performance parts, premium road pads, BMW braking parts, BMW 5 Series pads, BMW 7 Series pads, BMW X Series pads, fast bedding pads, TRW pad set UK.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TRW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56006659080578,"sku":null,"price":38.93,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0871\/5445\/8937\/files\/thumb_89_e4a21fff-8d0c-406f-82bc-73a06cfd51af.jpg?v=1764059923","url":"https:\/\/mjmodifications.co.uk\/products\/trw-cotec-gdb1261-brake-pad-set-prepared-for-wear-indicator","provider":"MJ Modifications","version":"1.0","type":"link"}