Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1990–1991 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL

Bilstein lists 5 parts for the 1990–1991 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL, across 3 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline. Lowered setups are listed too.

Front, extended: 438–466 mm17.2–18.3 in
Front, collapsed: 288–291 mm11.3–11.5 in
Rear, extended: 413–436 mm16.2–17.2 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 stock height, compared side by side.

Front

Shocks

RecommendedB4 OE Replacement

24-011839

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

Rear

Shocks

RecommendedB4 OE Replacement

24-011846

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

5 parts for the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL

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

24-011839 B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

Better B8 Performance Plus

24-015356 B8 Performance Plus Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor lowered vehicles

Rear

Good B4 OE Replacement

24-011846 B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

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
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