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If you are referring to the UFO disks, the last quote I had for them in the UK, with pads, was running in excess of £500.
Technically, I like the idea of the UFOs, and they are really the only option with 15" wheels.
Visually, I think they look awful, so best hidden away behind the BBS or aero wheels.

I have 2 V8s running S6 HP2 front struts. They are a direct swap, but you need the 16" rims.

I was lucky. I got struts and calipers complete for £200. Struts are available without calipers for between 200 to 250 on sites like S2 forum.
Hp2 calipers are available new/refurbed on ebay for about £95 each.

Alternatively, there are some mods that can be done to the existing UFO struts. This is something that I'm working on now, as an evening project. It will not be so straightforward though.
My first option is to adapt the UFO struts to take HP2 calipers. But the hubs need turning down or replacing, so it's not quite a bolt on change. The hub diameter is wider than standard hubs.
My second option involves porsche calipers, adaptor brackets, and possibly mercedes discs. It sounds like I'm reinventing the wheel a bit.

The s6 struts and HP2 calipers are a nice option as all of the parts are straightforward and discs/pads are readily available from numerous sources.

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