Stick with the Bilstein shocks. They last longer and ride better than any other shocks made. All my MB and VW's have been using Bilstein since day one and I will never switch to a lesser shock.

Expect to pay about $70 each, but they are worth it.... They will last twice as long as any $50 shock!

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William
76 240D - 550K miles
78 300D - 200K+ miles