EBC Bluestuff NDX Rear Brake Pads DP51289NDX for 1999-2002 BMW Z3

Bluestuff NDX is a high friction sport and race material that can be used for aggressive street driving and certain types of track use. The material has had much success on the track with quality aftermarket calipers (Multi piston systems with better release and cooling and larger rotors) and limited success with street based calipers where pad size and caliper drag can challenge any brake material. The biggest advantage of EBC Bluestuff NDX is their bite from cold and progressive brake feel and the ability to bring a car to a complete stop. This has led to the ECE R90 brake safety regulation approval of R90 which is now completed and certificates are being obtained (during July 2011). There are certain older street based caliper systems where even the new Bluestuff will have trouble handling the caliper and slider drag inherent in the systems but this scenario is exactly the same for our competitors. There is NO material that will be PERFECT on the track in all older street based caliper systems. Pad Dimensions: 123 x 45 x 17mm

• Chemical Interlayer Pad For Super Strong Pad Bond
• Deep V Grooves Catches Dirt Dust/Improves Venting
• Huge Lifetime Almost Double Previous EBC Products
• Surfaces Are Left Smooth And Not Scored
• Worlds First Street And True Track Pad
• Low Heat Transfer
• Easy On Rotors
• Great Release

EBC Bluestuff NDX Rear Brake Pads are designed for aggressive street driving and select track applications on the 1999-2002 BMW Z3. This high-friction sport and race compound delivers strong initial bite from cold, progressive brake feel, and dependable stopping performance. The pads are especially well suited to vehicles equipped with quality aftermarket calipers, larger rotors, and multi-piston braking systems that provide improved cooling and pad release.

The EBC Bluestuff NDX compound is engineered to balance track capability with street usability. Its low heat transfer helps protect the braking system, while the pad material is designed to be easy on rotors and provide consistent release. A chemical interlayer supports a strong pad bond, and deep V grooves help capture dust while improving ventilation. The smooth, unscored friction surfaces promote even contact and predictable performance.

These pads offer an extended service life compared with previous EBC performance compounds, although results depend on vehicle setup, driving style, brake temperatures, and caliper condition. Bluestuff NDX is not intended to eliminate drag caused by older street-based caliper and slider designs, and no pad compound can overcome every limitation in those systems. EBC DP51289NDX pads are supplied as a rear axle set for the specified BMW Z3 application.

Key Product Specifications and Technical Data

• Brand: EBC
• Part Number: DP51289NDX
• Product Type: Rear performance brake pad set
• Compound: Bluestuff NDX high-friction sport and race material
• Application: 1999-2002 BMW Z3
• Position: Rear axle
• Pad Quantity: One rear axle set
• Brake Safety: Designed for strong cold bite and progressive brake control; ECE R90 approval applies where certified for the specific application

What's Included

• One set of EBC Bluestuff NDX rear brake pads

Fitment: 1999-2002 BMW Z3. Verify the vehicle's brake configuration and application details before installation, particularly when aftermarket calipers, rotors, or other braking components are fitted.

Features:

• Chemical interlayer: Supports a strong, durable bond between the friction material and backing plate.
• Deep V grooves: Help capture brake dust and improve ventilation through the pad material.
• Extended service life: Offers an increased usable lifespan compared with previous EBC performance products.
• Smooth friction surfaces: Promote even contact, consistent braking, and reduced rotor scoring.
• Cold bite: Provides strong initial braking performance without requiring high operating temperatures.
• Progressive brake feel: Delivers predictable pedal response for aggressive street driving and select track use.
• Low heat transfer: Helps limit heat migration into related braking components.
• Easy rotor compatibility: Designed to provide effective braking while being comparatively gentle on rotors.

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Y
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Clearance Item: t
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1