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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible

Same parts as every 1980–1984 Rabbit Convertible, showing 1980. See the 1980–1984 page

Bilstein lists 5 parts for the 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible, across 3 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the B8 Performance Plus.

Front, extended
500–502 mm19.7–19.7 in
Front, collapsed
345–384 mm13.6–15.1 in
Rear, extended
505–533 mm19.9–21.0 in
Rear, collapsed
326–348 mm12.8–13.7 in

Good, better, best

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

Front

Strut cartridges
RecommendedB4 OE Replacement

21-030338

B4 OE Replacement Strut Cartridge

Sold each · 2 per axle

Rear

Shocks
GoodB4 OE Replacement

19-019550

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

BetterB6 Performance

24-008372

B6 Performance Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

5 parts for the 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible

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

Better B8 Performance Plus

Rear

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

Not sure which one is right?

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100% genuine Bilstein, from authorized North American distribution.

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