RecommendedB6 Performance
31-231299
B6 Performance DampTronic Strut Assembly
Sold each · 2 per axle
- With Electronic Suspension
- Modification to existing harness required
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2008 BMW M5
Same parts as every 2006–2010 M5, showing 2008. See the 2006–2010 page
Bilstein lists 3 parts for the 2008 BMW M5, across 2 lines from the B6 Performance to the B16 coilovers. Lowered setups are listed too.
- Front, extended
- 597–597 mm23.5–23.5 in
- Front, collapsed
- 458–458 mm18.0–18.0 in
- Rear, extended
- 547–547 mm21.5–21.5 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 385–385 mm15.2–15.2 in
- Lowering options
- 15–35 mm
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
Front
StrutsCheck fitment with us before ordering: Bilstein's notes decide which one fits.
Rear
ShocksRecommendedB6 Performance
26-231303
B6 Performance DampTronic Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
- With Electronic Suspension
3 parts for the 2008 BMW M5
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Front
Better B6 Performance
31-231299 B6 Performance DampTronic Strut Assembly
Sold each · 2 per axle
- With Electronic Suspension
- Modification to existing harness required
- Check which applies to your vehicle
Rear
Better B6 Performance
Front and rear
Best B16 coilovers
49-234923 B16 DampTronic Suspension Kit
Sold eachFor lowered vehicles
- Front Lowered Height: 15-35mm, up to 1090kg Axle Load
- Rear Lowered Height: 15-35mm, up to 1270kg Axle Load
- With Electronic Suspension
- Check which applies to your vehicle
Not sure which one is right?
Tell us how you use the M5 and we'll pick with you.
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