To Bilstein Or Not To Bilstein, That Is The Question?
 

The ride on my 1984 380sl is almost like there are no shocks at all on the car. When I checked to see what is on the car the shocks appear to be cheap pep boy's shocks. I would like to replace the shocks for a softer ride and would like and suggestions that would be a little less costly then bilsteins or is that the only way to go?

Some have had goodluck with Gabriels.

If you want it to ride like it's supposed to, get the Bilsteins. Lifetime guarantee too.

Len

If it's mine, only OEM Boge or Bilstein - no exceptions!

How long to you plan to keep the car?

Forever, I hope!

Well, I guess you answered your own question. ;)

bilstein yeah!
 

bilstein :) :) just do it! :D :D

Bilsteins are best
 

Even a set of Bilsteins from the boneyard would likely be better than cheapy US style shocks.

Just did mine
 

Just replaced my non-existent (like yours) shocks with Bilsteins. You won't be sorry.....

Jay Swann
'82 380 SHell

Like most things you get what you pay for......A $20 monroe isn't going to work as well or last as long as a $75 Bilstein. Its more up front but down the road a better investment.