Bilstein - bil24-178501 - B8 Front Left Shock Absorber

Bilstein B8 Performance Plus dampers are a performance upgrade to OE dampers designed to be paired with aftermarket lowering springs. These dampers offer application specific valve settings with a monotube design to bring out the best handling performance of a vehicle. Each damper is rigorously tested for quality that meets or exceeds OE standards. B8 Performance Plus dampers are the ideal solution for pairing with a lowering spring for improved handling and sportier look with the added benefit of world-famous Bilstein quality. 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber BMW 528i 2014-2011; 535i 2014-2011; 550i 2014-2011; 640i 2015-2012; 640i Gran Coupe 2015-2013; 650i 2015-2012; 650i Gran Coupe 2015-2013 BMW 528i 2016-2011, 530i 2017, 535d 2016-2014, 535i 2016-2011, 550i 2016-2011, 640i 2017-2012, 640i Gran Coupe 2017-2013, 650i 2017-2012, 650i Gran Coupe 2017-2013, ActiveHybrid 5 2016-2012

• For use with lowering spring sets and production sport suspensions
• Enhanced safety and performance with lowering spring change
• Sporty feel while maintaining comfort
• Vehicle Specific Ride Tuning

The Bilstein B8 Performance Plus front left shock absorber is a performance upgrade to the original equipment damper, designed for use with aftermarket lowering springs and production sport suspensions. Its vehicle-specific valve settings and 46 mm monotube design support improved handling performance while maintaining a sporty feel and comfort.

Key Features & Performance Benefits

• Lowering Spring Compatibility: Designed for use with lowering spring sets and production sport suspensions.
• Enhanced Handling: Supports improved safety and performance after a lowering spring change.
• Sport-Tuned Comfort: Delivers a sporty feel while maintaining comfort.
• Vehicle-Specific Ride Tuning: Application-specific valve settings provide vehicle-specific damping performance.

Key Product Specifications & Technical Data

• Brand: Bilstein
• Series: B8 Performance Plus
• Part Number: bil24-178501
• Component: Front left shock absorber
• Design: Monotube
• Shock Absorber Size: 46 mm
• Intended Use: Aftermarket lowering springs and production sport suspensions
• Testing: Rigorously tested for quality that meets or exceeds OE standards

What's Included

One Bilstein B8 Performance Plus front left shock absorber.

Fitment

Fitment data provided includes the 2011–2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5, 2011–2014 BMW 528i, 2011–2014 BMW 535i, and 2011–2014 BMW 550i. The supplied vehicle data also lists 2012–2015 BMW 640i and 650i models, 2013–2015 BMW 640i Gran Coupe and 650i Gran Coupe models, 2014–2016 BMW 535d, 2016 BMW 528i, 2017 BMW 530i, and 2017 BMW 640i. Verify vehicle configuration and application before installation.

Fitments:
2011 BMW 528i Base
2011 BMW 535i Base
2011 BMW 550i Base
2012 BMW 528i Base
2012 BMW 535i Base
2012 BMW 550i Base
2012 BMW 640i Base
2012 BMW 650i Base
2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Base
2013 BMW 528i Base
2013 BMW 535i Base
2013 BMW 550i Base
2013 BMW 640i Base
2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe Base
2013 BMW 650i Base
2013 BMW 650i Gran Coupe Base
2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Base
2014 BMW 528i Base
2014 BMW 535d Base
2014 BMW 535i Base
2014 BMW 550i Base
2014 BMW 640i Base
2014 BMW 640i Gran Coupe Base
2014 BMW 650i Base
2014 BMW 650i Gran Coupe Base
2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Base
2015 BMW 528i Base
2015 BMW 535d Base
2015 BMW 535i Base
2015 BMW 550i Base
2015 BMW 640i Base
2015 BMW 640i Gran Coupe Base
2015 BMW 650i Base
2015 BMW 650i Gran Coupe Base
2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Base
2016 BMW 528i Base
2016 BMW 535d Base
2016 BMW 535i Base
2016 BMW 550i Base
2016 BMW 640i Base
2016 BMW 640i Gran Coupe Base
2016 BMW 650i Base
2016 BMW 650i Gran Coupe Base
2016 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Base
2017 BMW 530i Base
2017 BMW 640i Base
2017 BMW 640i Gran Coupe Base
2017 BMW 650i Base
2017 BMW 650i Gran Coupe Base
2018 BMW 640i Base
2018 BMW 640i Gran Coupe Base
2018 BMW 650i Base
2018 BMW 650i Gran Coupe Base
2019 BMW 640i Gran Coupe Base
2019 BMW 650i Gran Coupe Base

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Y
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Regular Stock: false
Units Per Sku: 1