Brake components for classic British cars, covering disc brake systems, drum brake systems, master cylinders, brake servos, brake lines and a range of brake upgrade options. British classics from this period are predominantly disc-front, drum-rear configurations, with all-disc systems on selected high-performance applications and all-drum systems on early cars and budget models. The dominant British brake suppliers across the era were Lockheed and Girling, both of which remain well-supported.
Front Brakes
Disc brakes became standard on most British sports cars from the late 1950s onwards, with single-piston floating caliper designs from Lockheed and Girling appearing across multiple marques. Disc diameters typically range from 9.5 to 11 inches, with vented discs appearing on later high-performance applications. Brake pads are widely available in standard, fast-road and trackday compounds, and discs are stocked in original-pattern, grooved, drilled and combined finishes.
Rear Brakes
Drum brakes at the rear are standard across the majority of British classics, with leading-and-trailing or twin-leading shoe arrangements depending on application. Drum diameters typically range from 8 to 10 inches. Brake shoes, return springs, wheel cylinders, hold-down hardware and complete drum assemblies are stocked. Adjusters are mechanical (typical) or self-adjusting on late applications.
Master Cylinders, Servos and Brake Lines
Master cylinders are predominantly Lockheed or Girling, in single-circuit specification on early cars and dual-circuit specification from the early 1970s as safety regulations changed. Brake servos appeared as standard or optional fitment on later cars and are well-supported with reconditioned-exchange units. Brake lines are stocked in original-pattern steel and copper, with stainless braided flexible hoses available as an upgrade for owners seeking improved pedal feel.
Brake Upgrades
Common brake upgrades include vented disc conversions, four-pot caliper installations, larger master cylinders, servo-assisted conversions and stainless braided hose kits. These are particularly popular on cars that are used regularly on modern roads, where stopping distances expected of contemporary traffic place greater demands on the original brake specification.
This Section's Sub-Categories
The Brakes section opens into two sub-categories, Brake Calipers for caliper assemblies, seal kits, piston kits and rebuild components; and Front & Rear Brake Components for discs, pads, drums, shoes, master cylinders, wheel cylinders, brake lines and brake hardware. The MGOC Spares British Classic Car Parts Brake range encompasses brake calipers and rebuild kits, brake discs and pads, brake drums and shoes, master cylinders, wheel cylinders, servos, brake lines, flexible hoses and brake upgrade kits for the British classics we serve. MGOC Spares is constantly expanding our range for these non-MG British classic marques, and new lines are being added to this section regularly.
If a part you need is not yet listed online, please contact our team at sales@mgocspares.co.uk or 01954 230928, we may be able to source it, and your enquiry helps us prioritise future stock.