RecommendedB4 OE Replacement
24-005272
B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL
Same parts as every 1968–1973 280SEL, showing 1968. See the 1968–1973 page
Bilstein lists 3 parts for the 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL, all B4 OE Replacement.
- Front, extended
- 559–559 mm22.0–22.0 in
- Front, collapsed
- 336–336 mm13.2–13.2 in
- Rear, extended
- 546–546 mm21.5–21.5 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 331–331 mm13.0–13.0 in
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
Front
ShocksRear
ShocksRecommendedB4 OE Replacement
24-005371
B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
3 parts for the 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Front
Good B4 OE Replacement
18-002461 B4 OE Replacement Steering Damper Steering Damper
Sold each · 2 per axle
24-005272 B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Rear
Good B4 OE Replacement
24-005371 B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Not sure which one is right?
Tell us how you use the 280SEL and we'll pick with you.
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