Shock absorbers Bilstein or Rough Country

Yes it really is cheap but I really recommend slurging for the Bilstein oe replacement shocks.

I’ve been happy with the 6112/5160 bilstein combo. I just did it it at about the same mileage 245k. Rides smooth and absorbs bumps pretty well.

My factory shocks were all totally blown and I did replace those with Bilstein 5100. You lose the electronically adjustable shock valving by not replacing with factory but...meh.

I actually did Bilstein 5100 all the way around with .85” lift in front (to “level” out the rake) but kept my rear airbags and did a slight adjustment to the rear ride height sensors for the level. Mine rides great and I like that I still have the self leveling rear.

Koni makes excellent shocks. Bilstein is number one and has been in my 70 years on this planet. There’s just no substitute for a Bilstein.

They are a little stiffer than stock. I’ve had Bilsteins on a 4th Gen Camaro, an 2002 Grand Prix, and a 2007 GMC Envoy. They were stiffer and improved handling on all the vehicles they were put on. You won’t be disappointed with the 5100 if you are looking more a little more performance than stock.

I ran Bilstein B8 and Eibach on my previous E30.

I really liked it, but apparently Eibach springs are very soft, so there are probably many better options for track use.

Bilstein/HR sport combo. Great for a street car if your roads arent perfect

I just put Bilstein 5100’s front and rear on my ‘13 platinum. Just can’t use the sport/comfort modes.

“Upgraded” to Bilstein 4600s with 99’ springs not too long ago and they’re way too rough. You can feel just about every bump in the road and it’s extremely jarring and uncomfortable.