GoodB4 OE Replacement
Left and right, one each
- Standard Suspension
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1997 BMW 318ti
Same parts as every 1995–1999 318ti, showing 1997. See the 1995–1999 page
Bilstein lists 12 parts for the 1997 BMW 318ti, across 5 lines from the B1 OE Replacement to the B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline. Lowered setups are listed too.
- Front, extended
- 569–612 mm22.4–24.1 in
- Front, collapsed
- 400–509 mm15.7–20.0 in
- Rear, extended
- 534–552 mm21.0–21.7 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 333–334 mm13.1–13.1 in
- Lowering options
- 30 mm
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
Front
Struts
12 parts for the 1997 BMW 318ti
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Front
Good B1 OE Replacement
12-116829 B1 OE Replacement Strut Mount
Sold each · 2 per axle
Front left
Good B4 OE Replacement
Better B6 Performance
Front right
Good B4 OE Replacement
Better B6 Performance
Rear
Good B1 OE Replacement
12-117109 B1 OE Replacement Strut Mount
Sold each · 2 per axle
Good B4 OE Replacement
Better B6 Performance
24-020282 B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Better B8 Performance Plus
24-020275 B8 Performance Plus Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axleFor lowered vehicles
Front and rear
Best B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline
46-180988 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit
Sold eachFor lowered vehicles
- Front Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 830kg Axle Load
- Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 970kg Axle Load
- Check which applies to your vehicle
Not sure which one is right?
Tell us how you use the 318ti and we'll pick with you.
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