Brake caliper

A caliper that's binding, leaking, or sticking on its slides shows itself in a handful of distinct ways. Common signs include:

• The car is pulling to one side under braking
• A spongy or sinking brake pedal
• A burning smell after even short drives
• Excessive heat or brake dust on a single wheel
• Uneven pad wear on one side of the disc
• Visible fluid leaks around the caliper body
• A handbrake that won't release fully

The caliper sits over each brake disc, clamping the pads against the rotor when hydraulic pressure arrives from the master cylinder. A seized or leaking caliper doesn't just kill braking performance on one corner, it overheats the disc and pads, causing rapid wear and, in worst cases, brake fade under load, so a faulty unit shouldn't be left in place. Sourcing a sound replacement online is the slow bit, with brake calipers online listings spread across breakers, brake specialists, and parts marketplaces with very different prices.Parthunt24 pools used brake caliper listings from marketplaces like eBay, Ovoko, RicambiPro, Opisto, Proxyparts, Ecooparts, Autoparts-24, Totalparts. Compare 1831 options on price, condition, and fitment, then head to the marketplace once you've found the right unit.

A brake caliper is a key part of a vehicle's braking system that clamps brake pads against the rotor to slow or stop the wheels. It uses hydraulic pressure from the master cylinder to create friction, which helps the car stop.Confirm the OEM part number first, then work out front vs rear, left vs right, and the number of pistons. Many calipers are side-specific because the bleed screw has to sit at the highest point, so a front brake calipers listing for the driver side won't fit the passenger side.Type your OEM code or vehicle details into the Parthunt24 search box, and the filters down the side (Category, Manufacturer, Series, Model, Modification, Price) narrow the results to calipers that fit. Selecting any listing jumps to the marketplace handling the sale, with the full description and purchase option on the seller's site.

• Vehicle compatibility: Match make, model, year, engine, and OEM part number.
• Front vs rear calipers: Front and rear brake calipers are usually different.
• Left vs right side: Many calipers are side-specific due to bleed screw positioning.
• Brake system manufacturer: Verify compatibility with Brembo, TRW, ATE, Bosch, etc.
• Caliper type: Floating/sliding vs fixed brake caliper.
• Number of pistons: Single-, dual-, or multi-piston configuration.
• Brake disc compatibility: Caliper must match disc diameter and thickness.
• Mounting bracket design: Check bolt spacing and carrier compatibility.
• Parking brake integration: Rear calipers may include integrated handbrake mechanisms.
• Brake hose connection: Verify thread size and hose fitting type.
• ABS & electronic systems: Some systems require electronic parking brake compatibility.
• Condition: Inspect for seized pistons, fluid leaks, corrosion, and damaged threads.

Run through every detail in the seller's listing before committing. A used caliper can look clean from outside while hiding a seized piston, damaged seals, or stripped bleed screw threads, so detailed photos of the piston, bores, and threads matter more than the headline shot.

• Photos: Clear shots of the piston, bleed screw, mounting brackets, slides, and dust seals.
• Seller reputation: Buyer feedback, sales history, and review quality.
• Compatibility: OEM number checked against your vehicle, including side and axle.
• Included components: Bare caliper, with brackets, slide pins, dust boots, or hardware kit?
• Condition: Piston seizure, fluid leaks, corrosion at fittings, damaged threads.
• Testing: Notes confirming the piston moves freely and threads are intact.
• Warranty and returns: A clear path if the caliper arrives seized or leaking.
• Shipping: Brake fittings sealed against moisture to prevent corrosion in transit.

When you're satisfied, head through to the marketplace to complete the buy.

Brake caliper price varies a lot with the vehicle, the piston configuration, and whether the unit is as-removed or reconditioned. A used single-piston caliper from a common hatchback opens at €25-€60, mid-range rebuilt brake caliper units sit at €80-€180, and OEM multi-piston or electronic-handbrake calipers for premium cars can push past €350 each.Browsing Parthunt24 listings, brake calipers for sale start from as low as 5.00. Factors that move the brake caliper price up or down:

• Piston count: Single-piston sits below dual, which sits below multi-piston.
• Condition: As-removed sits below tested, which sits below fully reconditioned brake calipers.
• Brand: OEM, Bosch, and Brembo sit at the top of the range; quality aftermarket sits below.
• Axle: Rear brake caliper units with integrated handbrake cost more than basic rears.
• Inclusions: Brackets, slide pins, and dust boots bundled bump the brake caliper price.

A side-by-side brake caliper price view on Parthunt24 makes the gap between a seized pull and a reconditioned working unit clear.

A caliper swap is a good moment to check the wider brake system. Fresh calipers won't perform if the surrounding components are tired, contaminated, or corroded, so several parts are worth inspecting at the same time. Browse these on Parthunt24 alongside the calipers:

• Brake pads: Almost always replaced with calipers to ensure even bed-in and balanced braking.
• Brake discs: Discs that have been overheated by a seized caliper usually need replacing too.
• Brake hose: Perished hoses cause sponginess and can rupture under pressure.
• Hub assembly: Worth a quick check while the wheel is off, especially on higher-mileage cars.
• Copper washers: Single-use seals for the banjo fittings; replace on every caliper swap.
• Brake fluid: Contaminated fluid shortens piston life and reduces stopping power.
• Slide pins: Seized pins cause uneven wear and recurring caliper trouble.
• Brake caliper carrier: The bracket the caliper slides on; a corroded carrier or seized pins cause the same binding.
• Master brake cylinder: A failing master cylinder gives the spongy pedal a caliper often gets blamed for.

Finding the right used brake caliper across forums, brake shops, and breaker yards burns through hours once piston count, side, and parking brake integration have to line up. Parthunt24 collates every compatible caliper into a single ranked page, with condition, price, and inclusions laid out together.Single-piston floaters, multi-piston fixed units, and rear calipers with electronic handbrakes for most cars on European roads all appear in the same results. Skip the leg-work and pick from listings already filtered to your car. Compare prices, find the best deal, and buy brake calipers for your car through Parthunt24 today.