I'm thinking I might need new shocks soon, they're squeaking for the first time starting yesterday. I hate to get anything new, I've already replaced a bunch of things recently. Wish I could find some used (like from a car that just got them new, but then their engine stopped, so they junked the car

). Fat chance of that happening

. The value of my car has dropped with the increase in diesel fuel, so I don't want to keep pumping new parts in it.
I'd heard Bilsteins are the way to go, but might have to do some lesser brands at this point; they're 1/2 the price.
jeff 1991 300d, 118k