{"product_id":"bilstein-b8-95-00-audi-a4-a6-base-avant-96-00-vw-passat-front-36mm-monotube-shock-absorber","title":"Bilstein B8 95-00 Audi A4\/A6 (Base\/Avant)\/96-00 VW Passat Front 36mm Monotube Shock Absorber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e24-020817\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 651860634890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B8 95-00 Audi A4\/A6 (Base\/Avant)\/96-00 VW Passat Front 36mm Monotube Shock Absorber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilstein 24-020817 B8 Performance Plus shock absorber serves as a direct performance upgrade for 1995-2000 Audi A4, A6 and 1996-2000 VW Passat models. The monotube design pairs with aftermarket lowering springs to deliver sharper handling response. Each unit undergoes rigorous testing to meet or exceed original equipment standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonotube Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm piston provides consistent damping under demanding conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Specific Valving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuned for lowered suspensions on listed Audi and VW vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Pressure Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces aeration and maintains performance during extended use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces factory front shocks on specified year ranges without modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE Supplier Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured by the same company that supplies BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality Testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each damper checked against strict performance benchmarks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBilstein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonotube Shock Absorber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1995-2000 Audi A4\/A6, 1996-2000 VW Passat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePiston Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited Lifetime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhats Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Bilstein B8 front shock absorber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation hardware as required for listed applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntended for use with lowering spring sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm exact vehicle fitment before purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThis Part Fits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1995-2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA4 \/ A6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase and Avant models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1996-2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront position\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\u003eProven monotube technology used by multiple European manufacturers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent damping performance when paired with lowering springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement that maintains factory mounting points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtensive catalog covering thousands of vehicle applications\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 shock require a lowering spring?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the B8 Performance Plus is designed specifically for use with lowering springs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is this a direct fit for my 1998 Audi A4?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it fits 1995-2000 Audi A4 models in base and Avant configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is the piston diameter?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e This unit features a 36mm monotube piston.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e In stock - ships same or next business day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Securely packed in manufacturer carton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bilstein","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41008134651983,"sku":"BIL24-020817","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/products\/6b9b2ccddfd450864a76bf53acf59fca.jpg?v=1747079726","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/bilstein-b8-95-00-audi-a4-a6-base-avant-96-00-vw-passat-front-36mm-monotube-shock-absorber","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}