
R1 Concepts 2551-0004-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front
OE-Style Front Disc Brake Pads
R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads part number 2551-0004-00 are front disc brake pad set replacements for select classic Aston Martin, Jaguar, and Mercedes-Benz applications. This OE-style pad set is built for direct-fit front brake service on vehicles such as the Jaguar XJ6, Jaguar XJ12, and Mercedes-Benz 300SE/300SEL.
Key Features
- Front disc brake pad set for OE-style replacement service
- R1 Optimum OE Pads product line from R1 Concepts
- Part number 2551-0004-00 for accurate ordering and catalog matching
- Compatible with Girling front calipers on 1965-1967 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL
- Compatible with Girling or Dunlop front calipers on 1964-1966 Mercedes-Benz 300SE
- Fits classic Jaguar front brake applications including XJ and XJ6/XJ12 models
Fitment Details
- Fits 1989 Aston Martin Virage, front.
- Fits 1973 Jaguar XJ12, front, to 9/73.
- Fits 1973 Jaguar XJ6, front, to 9/73.
- Fits 1972 Jaguar XJ6, front.
- Fits 1968-1971 Jaguar XJ, front.
- Fits 1965-1967 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL, front, Girling front calipers.
- Fits 1964-1966 Mercedes-Benz 300SE, front, Girling or Dunlop front calipers.
Product Description
The R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads line focuses on OE-style brake pad replacement for classic European performance and luxury vehicles. Part number 2551-0004-00 covers front brake service on the Aston Martin Virage, Jaguar XJ family, and Mercedes-Benz 300SE/300SEL applications listed above. If you are searching for front brake pads for a 1972 Jaguar XJ6, front brake pads for a 1968-1971 Jaguar XJ, or front disc brake pads for a 1964-1966 Mercedes-Benz 300SE, this pad set matches the cataloged fitment.
This part cross-references no additional part numbers in the provided data.
Common Repair Uses
- Replacing worn front brake pads
- Addressing brake noise from pad wear
- Restoring braking response on classic Jaguar front brakes
- Servicing front caliper pad wear on Mercedes-Benz Girling or Dunlop setups
- Maintaining proper front brake contact on Aston Martin Virage applications
Installation Notes
Verify caliper type and model year before installation, especially on 1964-1967 Mercedes-Benz applications where Girling or Dunlop front calipers are listed. Confirm the front axle position and compare the old pad shape to part number 2551-0004-00 before assembly. Clean the caliper and rotor surfaces during brake service and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake procedure.
Quality Assurance
R1 Concepts identifies this as part of the R1 Optimum OE Pads line, an OE-style brake pad offering for cataloged front applications. Use the confirmed fitment list to match the correct vehicle and caliper configuration before purchase.
OE-Style Front Disc Brake Pads
R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads part number 2551-0004-00 are front disc brake pad set replacements for select classic Aston Martin, Jaguar, and Mercedes-Benz applications. This OE-style pad set is built for direct-fit front brake service on vehicles such as the Jaguar XJ6, Jaguar XJ12, and Mercedes-Benz 300SE/300SEL.
Key Features
- Front disc brake pad set for OE-style replacement service
- R1 Optimum OE Pads product line from R1 Concepts
- Part number 2551-0004-00 for accurate ordering and catalog matching
- Compatible with Girling front calipers on 1965-1967 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL
- Compatible with Girling or Dunlop front calipers on 1964-1966 Mercedes-Benz 300SE
- Fits classic Jaguar front brake applications including XJ and XJ6/XJ12 models
Fitment Details
- Fits 1989 Aston Martin Virage, front.
- Fits 1973 Jaguar XJ12, front, to 9/73.
- Fits 1973 Jaguar XJ6, front, to 9/73.
- Fits 1972 Jaguar XJ6, front.
- Fits 1968-1971 Jaguar XJ, front.
- Fits 1965-1967 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL, front, Girling front calipers.
- Fits 1964-1966 Mercedes-Benz 300SE, front, Girling or Dunlop front calipers.
Product Description
The R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads line focuses on OE-style brake pad replacement for classic European performance and luxury vehicles. Part number 2551-0004-00 covers front brake service on the Aston Martin Virage, Jaguar XJ family, and Mercedes-Benz 300SE/300SEL applications listed above. If you are searching for front brake pads for a 1972 Jaguar XJ6, front brake pads for a 1968-1971 Jaguar XJ, or front disc brake pads for a 1964-1966 Mercedes-Benz 300SE, this pad set matches the cataloged fitment.
This part cross-references no additional part numbers in the provided data.
Common Repair Uses
- Replacing worn front brake pads
- Addressing brake noise from pad wear
- Restoring braking response on classic Jaguar front brakes
- Servicing front caliper pad wear on Mercedes-Benz Girling or Dunlop setups
- Maintaining proper front brake contact on Aston Martin Virage applications
Installation Notes
Verify caliper type and model year before installation, especially on 1964-1967 Mercedes-Benz applications where Girling or Dunlop front calipers are listed. Confirm the front axle position and compare the old pad shape to part number 2551-0004-00 before assembly. Clean the caliper and rotor surfaces during brake service and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake procedure.
Quality Assurance
R1 Concepts identifies this as part of the R1 Optimum OE Pads line, an OE-style brake pad offering for cataloged front applications. Use the confirmed fitment list to match the correct vehicle and caliper configuration before purchase.
Description
OE-Style Front Disc Brake Pads
R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads part number 2551-0004-00 are front disc brake pad set replacements for select classic Aston Martin, Jaguar, and Mercedes-Benz applications. This OE-style pad set is built for direct-fit front brake service on vehicles such as the Jaguar XJ6, Jaguar XJ12, and Mercedes-Benz 300SE/300SEL.
Key Features
- Front disc brake pad set for OE-style replacement service
- R1 Optimum OE Pads product line from R1 Concepts
- Part number 2551-0004-00 for accurate ordering and catalog matching
- Compatible with Girling front calipers on 1965-1967 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL
- Compatible with Girling or Dunlop front calipers on 1964-1966 Mercedes-Benz 300SE
- Fits classic Jaguar front brake applications including XJ and XJ6/XJ12 models
Fitment Details
- Fits 1989 Aston Martin Virage, front.
- Fits 1973 Jaguar XJ12, front, to 9/73.
- Fits 1973 Jaguar XJ6, front, to 9/73.
- Fits 1972 Jaguar XJ6, front.
- Fits 1968-1971 Jaguar XJ, front.
- Fits 1965-1967 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL, front, Girling front calipers.
- Fits 1964-1966 Mercedes-Benz 300SE, front, Girling or Dunlop front calipers.
Product Description
The R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads line focuses on OE-style brake pad replacement for classic European performance and luxury vehicles. Part number 2551-0004-00 covers front brake service on the Aston Martin Virage, Jaguar XJ family, and Mercedes-Benz 300SE/300SEL applications listed above. If you are searching for front brake pads for a 1972 Jaguar XJ6, front brake pads for a 1968-1971 Jaguar XJ, or front disc brake pads for a 1964-1966 Mercedes-Benz 300SE, this pad set matches the cataloged fitment.
This part cross-references no additional part numbers in the provided data.
Common Repair Uses
- Replacing worn front brake pads
- Addressing brake noise from pad wear
- Restoring braking response on classic Jaguar front brakes
- Servicing front caliper pad wear on Mercedes-Benz Girling or Dunlop setups
- Maintaining proper front brake contact on Aston Martin Virage applications
Installation Notes
Verify caliper type and model year before installation, especially on 1964-1967 Mercedes-Benz applications where Girling or Dunlop front calipers are listed. Confirm the front axle position and compare the old pad shape to part number 2551-0004-00 before assembly. Clean the caliper and rotor surfaces during brake service and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake procedure.
Quality Assurance
R1 Concepts identifies this as part of the R1 Optimum OE Pads line, an OE-style brake pad offering for cataloged front applications. Use the confirmed fitment list to match the correct vehicle and caliper configuration before purchase.











