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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300E

Same parts as every 1986–1989 300E, showing 1988. See the 1986–1989 page

Bilstein lists 15 parts for the 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300E, across 5 lines from the B1 OE Replacement to the B8 Performance Plus.

Front, extended
605–635 mm23.8–25.0 in
Front, collapsed
459–477 mm18.1–18.8 in
Rear, extended
472–505 mm18.6–19.9 in
Rear, collapsed
337–388 mm13.2–15.3 in

Good, better, best

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

Front

Struts
GoodB4 OE Replacement

22-001856

B4 OE Replacement Strut Assembly

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Standard Suspension
BetterB6 Performance

22-100436

B6 Performance Strut Assembly

Sold each · 2 per axle

Rear

Shocks
GoodB4 OE Replacement

24-013857

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Heavy Duty Suspension
BetterB6 Performance

24-100441

B6 Performance Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Without Self-Leveling Suspension

15 parts for the 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300E

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

Good B3 OE Replacement springs

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

Rear

Good B3 OE Replacement springs

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

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100% genuine Bilstein, from authorized North American distribution.

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