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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1996 BMW M3

Same parts as every 1996–1999 M3, showing 1996. See the 1996–1999 page

Bilstein lists 5 parts for the 1996 BMW M3, across 3 lines from the B8 Performance Plus to the B16 coilovers. Lowered setups are listed too.

Front, extended
618–618 mm24.3–24.3 in
Front, collapsed
477–477 mm18.8–18.8 in
Rear, extended
608–608 mm23.9–23.9 in
Rear, collapsed
450–450 mm17.7–17.7 in
Lowering options
15–40 mm

Good, better, best

One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at lowered, compared side by side.

Front

Struts
RecommendedB8 Performance Plus

35-105855

35-105862

B8 Performance Plus Strut Assembly

Left and right, one each

Rear

Shocks
RecommendedB8 Performance Plus

24-024532

B8 Performance Plus Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

Front & rear

Complete kits

Check fitment with us before ordering: Bilstein's notes decide which one fits.

RecommendedB12 Pro-Kit & Sportline

46-242808

B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Front Lowered Height: 25mm, up to 920kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 15mm, up to 1130kg Axle Load
  • Front Coil Spring Inside Diameter Must Be 106 mm

5 parts for the 1996 BMW M3

Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.

Front left

Better B8 Performance Plus

Front right

Better B8 Performance Plus

Rear

Better B8 Performance Plus

Front and rear

Best B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline

46-242808 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 25mm, up to 920kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 15mm, up to 1130kg Axle Load
  • Front Coil Spring Inside Diameter Must Be 106 mm
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Best B16 coilovers

48-115674 B16 PSS9 Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 30-40mm, up to 930kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30-40mm, up to 1130kg Axle Load
  • Certain wheel and tire combinations could require wheels spacers to clear spring plate
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Not sure which one is right?

Tell us how you use the M3 and we'll pick with you.

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