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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2000–2002 Mercedes-Benz E430

Bilstein lists 17 parts for the 2000–2002 Mercedes-Benz E430, across 5 lines from the B3 OE Replacement springs to the B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline. Lowered setups are listed too.

Front, extended
498–524 mm19.6–20.6 in
Front, collapsed
412–458 mm16.2–18.0 in
Rear, extended
528–549 mm20.8–21.6 in
Rear, collapsed
456–457 mm18.0–18.0 in
Lowering options
30–35 mm

Narrow it to your E430

Submodel

Good, better, best

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

Front

Shocks

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These shocks differ by version, so we need to know which E430 you have.

Submodel

Rear

Shocks
GoodB4 OE Replacement

24-100564

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Standard Suspension
BetterB6 Performance

24-062039

B6 Performance Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

17 parts for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz E430

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

Front

Good B3 OE Replacement springs

36-264971 B3 OE Replacement Coil Spring

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Base only
  • Standard Suspension Only
  • Classic / Elegance
  • From Chassis # A394036
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

36-266166 B3 OE Replacement Coil Spring

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Base only
  • Heavy Duty Version for Standard Suspension Only
  • Classic / Elegance
  • From Chassis # A394036
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

36-273782 B3 OE Replacement Coil Spring

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Base only
  • Standard Suspension Only
  • Classic / Elegance
  • To Chassis # A394035
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

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

Front and rear

Best B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline

46-190444 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Base only
  • Front Lowered Height: 35mm, up to 1095kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1165kg Axle Load
  • Without Electronic Suspension
  • From Chassis # A394036
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

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