LOTUS Elise Brake caliper carrier replacement Cost
2001–2007 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$433–$4.2k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
1.2–3.5h
At a typical garage
Calipers house the pistons that push the brake pads against the rotor; a seized or leaking caliper reduces braking force on one wheel and can cause the car to pull to one side. LOTUS Elise brake caliper replacement typically runs $433–$4238 per caliper.
Typical parts included
- Brake caliper carrier / bracket
What affects the price
- Remanufactured vs new OEM caliper
- Single-piston vs multi-piston caliper design
- Whether the brake line or pads also need attention at the same time
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Brake caliper carrier replacement on a LOTUS Elise typically takes 1.2–3.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a LOTUS Elise, this is typically needed as needed—calipers typically last 75,000–100,000 miles but may seize earlier in wet or salty climates.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the LOTUS Elise
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$489–$892
- ABS sensor replacement$201–$367
- ABS system bleeding$161–$294
- AC compressor clutch replacement$402–$735
- AC compressor replacement$431–$788
Brake caliper carrier replacement cost on similar cars
- AUDI R8$324–$592
- LAMBORGHINI Gallardo$378–$691
- BENTLEY Continental$378–$691
- ARIEL Atom$270–$494
- ASTON MARTIN DB9$378–$691
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