RecommendedB6 Performance
34-000243
B6 Performance Strut Cartridge
Sold each · 2 per axle
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1971 BMW 2800
Same parts as every 1968–1974 2800, showing 1971. See the 1968–1974 page
Bilstein lists 3 parts for the 1971 BMW 2800, across 2 lines from the B6 Performance to the B8 Performance Plus.
- Front, extended
- 623–623 mm24.5–24.5 in
- Front, collapsed
- 476–476 mm18.7–18.7 in
- Rear, extended
- 503–507 mm19.8–20.0 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 322–332 mm12.7–13.1 in
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
Front
Strut cartridgesRear
ShocksRecommendedB6 Performance
24-008136
B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
3 parts for the 1971 BMW 2800
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Front
Better B6 Performance
34-000243 B6 Performance Strut Cartridge
Sold each · 2 per axle
Rear
Better B6 Performance
24-008136 B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Better B8 Performance Plus
24-008198 B8 Performance Plus Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axleFor lowered vehicles
Not sure which one is right?
Tell us how you use the 2800 and we'll pick with you.
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