Strut assembly Bilstein or Sachs

I like the bilstein touring struts. They are a great value for a slightly sportier than stock strut.

But, the ride on these Bilstein B4's is pretty reasonable on the street. They are a bit stiff but not harsh. The rear is little stiffer than the front, almost too stiff.

After a quick survey of the struts/shocks available, I decided to go with a set of Bilstein B4's front and rear. These aren't adjustable but should match the factory spring rates very nicely.

Bilstein HD struts with VR6 springs to raise the ride height.

I wound up getting Bilsteins off Tire Rack. The Bilstein indicates the stroke is a little shorter for lowered vehicles, but I have yet to notice them topping out on me anywhere. I'm quite happy with Bilsteins, zero complaints.

The Bilstein struts have served me well, but it's time for coilovers.

I had an slc with bilstein struts and h&r sport springs. Felt really nice and solid without being too harsh.

Before and after installing Bilstein B8 struts and shocks, and VWR springs.

So, for those out there interested in that suspension setup I will say- do not do it. The two together create far too much spring compression and effectively nullify any useful articulation of the suspension. My camber was all sorts of screwy, and if I hit a pot hole or bump in the road, it sounded like the front struts were trying to blast through my hood.

Bilsteins suck on the E30 platform. I bought my car with them and the ride quality was trash.