RecommendedB6 Performance
34-001042
B6 Performance Strut Cartridge
Sold each · 2 per axle
- From 9/1973
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle
Same parts as every 1974–1980 Super Beetle, showing 1979. See the 1974–1980 page
Bilstein lists 2 parts for the 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle, across 2 lines from the B6 Performance to the B8 Performance Plus.
- Front, extended
- 559–559 mm22.0–22.0 in
- Front, collapsed
- 435–435 mm17.1–17.1 in
- Rear, extended
- 411–411 mm16.2–16.2 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 278–278 mm10.9–10.9 in
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
Front
Strut cartridges2 parts for the 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Front
Better B6 Performance
Rear
Better B8 Performance Plus
24-000345 B8 Performance Plus Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axleFor lowered vehicles
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100% genuine Bilstein, from authorized North American distribution.
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