{"product_id":"bilstein-03-08-bmw-z4-e85-b8-performance-plus-rear-monotube-shock-absorber","title":"Bilstein 03-08 BMW Z4 (E85) B8 Performance Plus Rear Monotube Shock Absorber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-348201 | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 651860960876\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein 03-08 BMW Z4 (E85) B8 Performance Plus Rear Monotube Shock Absorber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilstein B8 Performance Plus rear monotube shock absorbers upgrade stock dampers on 2003-2008 BMW Z4 E85 models including 2.5i, 3.0i, Roadster 3.0i, Roadster 3.0si and Coupe 3.0si. Designed to pair with aftermarket lowering springs, these shocks feature vehicle-specific valve settings for sharp handling response. Monotube construction runs cooler for consistent performance during spirited driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonotube Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-tube setup dissipates heat faster for stable damping on track or street\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication-Specific Valving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuned piston valves match BMW Z4 suspension dynamics for balanced control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLowering Spring Match:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extended length supports 30-50mm drop while maintaining ride quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE-Level Testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each shock undergoes endurance tests to match or beat factory standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Bolt-On Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e No modifications needed for 2003-2008 Z4 E85 rear suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with front Bilstein 24-348200 for complete setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect springs before install to ensure compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips as single rear shock absorber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length 10.24 inches, extended 15.71 inches, travel 5.47 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStem top mount, two-bolt bottom mount with 10.6mm bolt holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThis Part Fits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSubmodel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2003-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2003-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2006-2008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ4 Coupe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0si\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2006-2008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ4 Roadster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2006-2008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ4 Roadster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0si\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Choose Bilstein?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecades of motorsport engineering for BMW applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas-pressurized monotubes for fade-free damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision manufacturing in Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does this fit E85 Z4 models with factory height?\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best results with lowering springs up to 1.5 inches, but installs on stock height\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What material is the shock body?\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum monotube body with zinc-plated steel components for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is the warranty?\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects when installed properly\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping \u0026amp; 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