EOI - Possible Group Buy PBR M-Series brakes VT-VZ

[Rub]

Hi Guys,

I've been trolling round the net looking at brake prices etc and have spoken to a company in the US that sell PBR M-Series brakes for the Corvette, prices are $2415 + $750 shipping (then taxes on top) - with the dollar being so good, its looking at around $3500-$3600, all that is needed is mounting brackets to fit them to VT-VZ which (form my understanding) are available from PBR.

This would work out as a massive saving as RRP in AUS for a kit like this is around $6,000.

The person I have been dealing with has said that if a group buy is possible, the price would be better.

I cannot afford to get these brakes for myself, I was just looking, but willing to help everyone out who is interested.

[Millsy]

Is there a time frame in which the group buy must be completed by? if its a few months away then ill be interested, let me know

Cheers,

Millsy

[SHANESVZSS]

depending on time frame id be interested to!

[feistl]

Put me down for a set, providing payment is at least a few weeks away.

[Rub]

Is there a time frame in which the group buy must be completed by? if its a few months away then ill be interested, let me know

Cheers,

Millsy

Nope, just expression of interest, like I said, I'm willing to organise it etc..

Import taxes and GST will obviously apply as the value is over $1000...

Here is a pic of the kit...

http://www.westcoastcorvette.com/images/Product/large/999.jpg

Kit includes:

* 2-6 Piston Front Calipers
* 2-4 Piston Rear Calipers
* 2- 14 inch Front Rotors
* 2-13.4 inch Rear Rotors
* Hawk Z06 Front and Rear Ceramic Brake Pads.
* 4-DOT Steel Braided Brake Lines.
* 4- Pints Motul Racing Brake Fluid.

[JET-33]

The person I have been dealing with has said that if a group buy is possible, the price would be better.


so even less than $3500?

[Rub]

so even less than $3500?

Correct, I mentioned that I would obtain an expression of interest to guage numbers, so that a pricing points can be worked out.

Remember, this price does not include Australian Taxes that would apply.

[JET-33]

Remember, this price does not include Australian Taxes that would apply.

any idea on what the taxes would $?

will they come exactly as the pic shows...with "corvette" on the side?

NOTE: im not being picky. sounds like a FANTASTIC deal for those interested :thumbsup:

im just making conversation :)

[Rub]

any idea on what the taxes would $?

will they come exactly as the pic shows...with "corvette" on the side?

NOTE: im not being picky. sounds like a FANTASTIC deal for those interested :thumbsup:

im just making conversation :)

No idea at this stage, I will investigate it when I have a little more time.

Yeah, they come like that as these are actually a corvette upgrade package, and only require a bracket for them to be mounted.

[macca33]

Don't wish to rain on the parade, but:-

You do realise that you do not get the 2-piece front and rear rotors that the Aus-spec kit gets, do you not???

Sounds like a decent idea, but shipping costs will be significant and import duties will also bite you in the bum. I'd do plenty of research prior to purchasing these things from the US.

cheers

[Groboz]

Don't wish to rain on the parade, but:-

You do realise that you do not get the 2-piece front and rear rotors that the Aus-spec kit gets, do you not???

Sounds like a decent idea, but shipping costs will be significant and import duties will also bite you in the bum. I'd do plenty of research prior to purchasing these things from the US.

cheers

+1 with what macca said.

I picked up a set for $4630. That's with ADR compliance, 5 dot fluid, performance pads, brackets, two piece rotors both 14 inches. If you do the sums, even if they're a couple of hundred dollars cheaper, it probably wont be worth the trouble. Just don't buy from Repco and shop around. Sorry.
:(

[bush_basha]

sorry to high jack, you said it needs brackets, is it possible to get brackets to fit any kind of brakes to any car?

they do look good tho

[APCLB]

Would be interested in a month or so.......

[amckiwi]

There are rumours that a VE version is being tested

Will watch this thread with interest

I would probably paint the callipers for a stealth look anyway

Stu

[doddsy]

Please excuse my ignorance but isn't PBR an Australian company or was until they were bought out by Bosch? I was under the impression that they still made brake kits out at their East Bentleigh site.

There has to be a better way to get their kits at a resonable price instead of freighting them to the US and back.

[JET-33]

Please excuse my ignorance but isn't PBR an Australian company

i thought so too.

im interested to know why america gets a better deal than us. do they get dba rotors cheaper as well?

[GHZ28]

A bit more rain maybe........

Corvette front rotors at least have a very small hat height, similar to VE/Camaro/Adventra so you had also better be sure that you are getting rotors to suit the GTO sold over there, not Corvette.

gh

[Rub]

Please excuse my ignorance but isn't PBR an Australian company or was until they were bought out by Bosch? I was under the impression that they still made brake kits out at their East Bentleigh site.

There has to be a better way to get their kits at a resonable price instead of freighting them to the US and back.

I guess its just one of those things where its better for them to sell based on volume in the US rather than on margin like they do in Australia.

Just another example of Australian businesses not looking after Australian's really.

[JET-33]

Hi Guys,

I've been trolling round the net looking at brake prices etc and have spoken to a company in the US that sell PBR M-Series brakes for the Corvette, prices are $2415 + $750 shipping (then taxes on top) - with the dollar being so good, its looking at around $3500-$3600, all that is needed is mounting brackets to fit them to VT-VZ which (form my understanding) are available from PBR.

This would work out as a massive saving as RRP in AUS for a kit like this is around $6,000.

The person I have been dealing with has said that if a group buy is possible, the price would be better.

I cannot afford to get these brakes for myself, I was just looking, but willing to help everyone out who is interested.

$750 for shipping seems like a lot. could that be a lot less if there was a large order placed and sent via sea instead?

[amckiwi]

Mail no longer comes by sea from the US

This has alt least doubled mail costs from the US

Maybe a freight forwarder could be used but it could take much longer

Stu

[surfwagon]

I guess its just one of those things where its better for them to sell based on volume in the US rather than on margin like they do in Australia.

Just another example of Australian businesses not looking after Australian's really.

No different to buying Yella Terra stuff cheaper with postage from the U.S. than buying wholesale here.
The States probably sells as many corvetts as we sell commodores.
If you go onto US corvette sites it feels like every second American owns a corvette.


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[VTV691]

I know its older thread but the PBR-M from the states are currently going for ~2000 AUD + $650 shipping (to Perth).

Even with customs tax and shipping, you are still 1.5-2k ahead.

If your not happy with the rotors you have 'spare' 1.5-2k to purchase better rotors in future.

This is current price on single kits.. without group buy.

I'm not sure if we ened to source brackets for these kits and how much they cost.
Rub, do you have any info on this?

[Tre-Cool]

I know its older thread but the PBR-M from the states are currently going for ~2000 AUD + $650 shipping (to Perth).

Even with customs tax and shipping, you are still 1.5-2k ahead.

If your not happy with the rotors you have 'spare' 1.5-2k to purchase better rotors in future.

This is current price on single kits.. without group buy.

I'm not sure if we ened to source brackets for these kits and how much they cost.
Rub, do you have any info on this?
got a link to where these are?

[DAVESS-V]

Is this the Kit..? JHP are doing it but as the guys said you save a fair bit buying with the dollar the way it is.

3 – PBR M-SERIES 6 PISTON ULTIMATE BRAKE KIT
The PBR M-Series brake upgrade kit is a high level Street Performance package which comes complete with everything you need to access serious brake performance.
WARNING! This is not a "half" kit to tweak up your front end. This will deliver "real brake performance" like you've never known before. (Must have 18"+ rims)

This powerful brake package includes:

2 x 6-piston M-Series front calipers
1 x Stainless steel braided hose kit
2 x 2-piece 355mm slotted & vented front discs
2 x 4-piston M-Series rear calipers
2 x 2-piece 355 slotted & vented rear discs
2 x Racing brake fluid (500ml)

PLUS!

All mounting brackets and hardware
Fitting instructions
Wheelcheck template.

$4,377 AUD, supply only.

[macca_779]

If you guys are going to get them from the US be sure you get the correct rear callipers.. ie top mount with machining for clearance over side mount.

Here is the difference.
The bottom one is for commodores.
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i39/macca_779/M%20Series%20Brakes/057391ca.jpg

[Rub]

I don't have the coin to get a set unfortunately as i'm funding a VE Calais, but the link of the place is:

http://www.westcoastcorvette.com/p-999-corvette-brake-package-c6z06-upgrade-for-c6.aspx

[abi]

Can the $4,377.00 price be bettered?

Am looking to purchase this kit in the next couple of weeks and am keen to hear from anyone who can do the PBR M series posted to Sydney 2753.

[Groboz]

Just found a cracked front rotor on my M series brakes. Only had them for a year but did do 3 or 4 track days on them. Was always careful to cool them down each time and rotated them from under the pads once back in the pits but obviously to no avail. DBA don't do a replacement rotor (355 x 32) so I'll have to buy original replacement rotors. Only problem is they will cost me (front pair) $1300.:bawl: Repco wanted $1600 telling me it was at trade prices too.:vpo:

These are good performance brakes but the cost of replacing rotors and pads leaves me little choice but to not recommend these brakes if you intend to do any serious track work. What you save during the initial purchase you will pay for in expensive replacement parts.

Seriously thinking about giving up track days now.:confused:

[abi]

Its a sad fact when production based cars are used for track days the brakes cop a pounding.

Dont give up though, perhaps focus more on mid corner speed and corner exit and lengthen the braking zones a little to give the brakes a rest.

I'm real keen on this kit and would like to hear from someone wishing to supply one to me, preferably new, including freight to Sydney 2753.

PM if prefered.

[Sidewindr]

PLEASE NOTE ANY GROUP PURCHASE/BUY MUST BE FROM OR THROUGH A FORUM SPONSOR.

See the forum rules for clarification.

[Tre-Cool]

Just found a cracked front rotor on my M series brakes. Only had them for a year but did do 3 or 4 track days on them. Was always careful to cool them down each time and rotated them from under the pads once back in the pits but obviously to no avail. DBA don't do a replacement rotor (355 x 32) so I'll have to buy original replacement rotors. Only problem is they will cost me (front pair) $1300.:bawl: Repco wanted $1600 telling me it was at trade prices too.:vpo:

These are good performance brakes but the cost of replacing rotors and pads leaves me little choice but to not recommend these brakes if you intend to do any serious track work. What you save during the initial purchase you will pay for in expensive replacement parts.

Seriously thinking about giving up track days now.:confused:


See that's why i wanted to know the replacement rotor cost. those prices are just rediculous. I picked up brand new dba4000 rotors in the 355x32 for my ve/brembo kit for less than $140 a rotor.

[mick_vessv]

PLEASE NOTE ANY GROUP PURCHASE/BUY MUST BE FROM OR THROUGH A FORUM SPONSOR.

See the forum rules for clarification.

funny - mite want to share that with one of your moderators
http://www.ls1.com.au/forum/showthread.php?t=142173&highlight=trutrac

or maybe even harrop - one of your sponsors?