Bilstein B8 Performance Plus (Sport) rear shock for E34 525i (M20 and M50), 535i, 530i and 540i. The E34 5 series sedan benefits greatly with the sport-tuned B8 rear shock. If you are looking for more aggressive handling, better cornering, and need firmer damping to control your lowered ride height, the Bilstein B8 Sport is certainly the go-to solution.
Not for cars with self-leveling rear suspension. (Note, though, that if you are converting your rear suspension to non-leveling, this rear shock may be useful for you!) This rear shock can be used on E34 5 series, as offered for model years 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 and 1995 in both 6 cylinder and V8 variants.
Bilstein B8 Performance Plus shocks (formerly known as Sport shocks) are designed specifically for lowered springs and high-performance driving. While HD shocks are engineered to work with the stock springs, Sport shocks are to be used with shorter springs, such as from Eibach or H&R. The B8 shocks are what Bilstein uses with their B12 shock & spring packages. B8 Sport shocks are shorter to better match the new ride of height of the lowered springs and inverted (upside down) to reduce unsprung weight at the hub. The shocks are valved to be stiffer than original to better control spring and body motions. Bilstein uses Digressive Valving to give a firm and controlled ride on slow shock movements but be softer and more compliant on bumps and rough pavement (fast shock speeds).
Features and Benefits:- Monotube gas pressure construction
- High-performance shock absorbers and struts designed specifically for lowering springs
- Sport-tuned with a high level of comfort
- Precision handling and optimized vehicle control
- Road-tested and fine-tuned by Bilstein
- Limited Lifetime Warranty!
This rear shock, Bilstein part number 24-012478, can also be used to replace former / discontinued Bilstein part number 24-014861.
BMW Fitments: 5 SeriesE34 (89-95) > 525i M20
E34 (89-95) > 525i M50
E34 (89-95) > 530i
E34 (89-95) > 535i
E34 (89-95) > 540i
