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

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

Bilstein lists 3 parts for the 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL, across 2 lines from the B8 Performance Plus to the B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline. Lowered setups are listed too.

Front, extended: 438–438 mm17.2–17.2 in
Front, collapsed: 291–291 mm11.5–11.5 in
Rear, extended: 413–413 mm16.2–16.2 in
Rear, collapsed: 276–276 mm10.9–10.9 in
Lowering options: 30–45 mm

Good, better, best

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

Front

Shocks

RecommendedB8 Performance Plus

24-015356

B8 Performance Plus Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

Rear

Shocks

RecommendedB8 Performance Plus

24-015363

B8 Performance Plus Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

Without Self-Leveling Suspension

Front & rear

Complete kits

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

RecommendedB12 Pro-Kit & Sportline

46-181398

B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold each · 2 per axle

Front Lowered Height: 40-45mm, up to 1110kg Axle Load
Rear Lowered Height: 30-35mm, up to 1160kg Axle Load
Without Self-Leveling Suspension

3 parts for the 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL

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

Front

Better B8 Performance Plus

24-015356 B8 Performance Plus Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor lowered vehicles

Rear

Better B8 Performance Plus

24-015363 B8 Performance Plus Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor lowered vehicles

Without Self-Leveling Suspension

Front and rear

Best B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline

46-181398 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

Front Lowered Height: 40-45mm, up to 1110kg Axle Load
Rear Lowered Height: 30-35mm, up to 1160kg Axle Load
Without Self-Leveling Suspension
Check which applies to your vehicle

Not sure which one is right?

Tell us how you use the 300SEL and we'll pick with you.

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