1988 BMW M3 Shocks and Struts

Essential 1988 BMW M3 Shocks and Struts

Corteco – Strut Mount (Part No.L303038516CFW)

Strut Mount

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$55.02
The Corteco strut mount is OE Quality and is manufactured using only the highest quality materials and is designed to reduce road noise and vibration.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent and direct fit application
  • Reduces squeaks, rattles, and vibration noise
  • Pivot for the steering mechanism, providing a smooth steering response
  • Resistant to oil and other contaminants
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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KYB – Strut mount (Part No.SM5259)

Strut mount

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$77.99
KYB Strut Mounts eliminate the vibration and noise caused by old, hardened vibration insulators. They optimize suspension performance by offering OE quality replacement components designed for each application. KYB Strut Mounts cushion the impacts from road bumps to reduce the jarring effect, noise and vibration that old mounts transmit into the vehicle. Front bearing plates are the steering pivots and support vehicle weight. They are critical to steering performance and wheel alignment. KYB Strut Mounts and bearing plates have a reputation for providing the highest quality in the industry.

Product Features:
  • The Highest Quality Replacement Strut Mount Available
  • Optimizes Suspension Performance By Offering Original Equipment Quality Replacement Components Designed For Each Application
  • Superior Rubber Reduces Noise, Vibration And Harshness
  • Mount Bearings Provide Smoother Steering And Help Retain Front End Alignment
  • Matched Grade Studs And Nuts
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KYB – STRUT MOUNT (Part No.L3030151164KYB)

STRUT MOUNT

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$108.95
KYB Strut Mounts eliminate the vibration and noise caused by old, hardened vibration insulators. They optimize suspension performance by offering OE quality replacement components designed for each application. KYB Strut Mounts cushion the impacts from road bumps to reduce the jarring effect, noise and vibration that old mounts transmit into the vehicle. Front bearing plates are the steering pivots and support vehicle weight. They are critical to steering performance and wheel alignment. KYB Strut Mounts and bearing plates have a reputation for providing the highest quality in the industry.

Product Features:
  • The highest quality replacement strut mount available
  • Optimizes suspension performance by offering Original Equipment quality replacement components designed for each application
  • Superior rubber reduces noise, vibration and harshness
  • Mount bearings provide smoother steering and help retain front end alignment
  • Matched grade studs and nuts
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Driveworks – Strut Bellow (Part No.DW-K90460)

Strut Bellow

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$11.99
Driveworks Shock Mount, Suspension Strut Bellows

Product Features:
  • Designed to meet or exceeds OE performance specifications
  • Durable neoprene rubber
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KYB – Jounce Bumper and Bellows (Part No.SB103)

Jounce Bumper and Bellows

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$31.49
KYB Strut Boot Kits keep your struts protected from dirt, dust, sand, salt and other road debris. These harmful elements cause abrasive wear to the polished shaft, upper seal and bushing. KYB Strut Boot Kits prevent these contaminants from entering the strut by covering the entire strut shaft in a highly durable plastic bellows. This can easily extend the life of the strut. The KYB Strut Boot Kit includes a poly foam travel-limiting bumper. Its designed to protect the strut from bottoming out and protects other components from extreme movement damage.

Product Features:
  • Superior Quality Boot Helps Protect The Strut Shaft From Leak-Causing Dirt And Debris
  • Poly Foam Bumper Prevents The Strut From Bottoming Out
  • Built With Design And Quality That Matches Or Exceeds One
  • Protects The Upper Seal And Bushing
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Sachs – Strut Bump Stop Service Kit (Part No.L3045938638SAC)

Strut Bump Stop Service Kit

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$78.19
SACHS Service Kits replace the Original Equipment boot kits and bump stops providing protection to the piston rod preventing damage and prohibiting rust.

Product Features:
  • SACHS Service Kits help to prolong the life and performance of the shock or strut.
  • Always replace your Service kits in pairs.
  • Are built with design and quality that matches or exceeds OE quality
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MOOG – Suspension Strut Bellows (Part No.K90466)

Suspension Strut Bellows

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$36.99
By constantly introducing design enhancements that extend product life and simplify installation and replacement, MOOG has earned its reputation as the chassis industry’s Problem Solver.

Product Features:
  • Easy to install
  • Restores like-new steering and handling
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Engineered to meet or exceed OE requirements
  • Incorporates proven design and engineering features
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Lemfoerder – Lemfoerder Shock Mount (Part No.L4010296747LEM)

Lemfoerder Shock Mount

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$20.70
The Lemfoerder shock mount is OE Quality and is manufactured using only the highest quality materials and is designed to reduce road noise and vibration.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent and direct fit application
  • OE style mounts and fasteners
  • Resistant to oil and other contaminants
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Lemfoerder – Lemfoerder Shock Mount (Part No.L4010242853LEM)

Lemfoerder Shock Mount

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$13.64
The Lemfoerder shock mount is OE Quality and is manufactured using only the highest quality materials and is designed to reduce road noise and vibration.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent and direct fit application
  • OE style mounts and fasteners
  • Resistant to oil and other contaminants
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Lemfoerder – Shock Mount (Part No.L401051096LEM)

Shock Mount

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$21.33
The Lemfoerder shock mount is OE Quality and is manufactured using only the highest quality materials and is designed to reduce road noise and vibration.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent and direct fit application
  • OE style mounts and fasteners
  • Resistant to oil and other contaminants
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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MOOG – Shock Mount (Part No.K90322)

Shock Mount

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$29.99
By constantly introducing design enhancements that extend product life and simplify installation and replacement, MOOG has earned its reputation as the chassis industry’s Problem Solver.

Product Features:
  • Easy to install
  • Restores like-new steering and handling
  • Engineered to meet or exceed OE requirements
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Incorporates proven design and engineering features
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Bilstein – B8 Performance Plus – Strut Insert (Part No.L3005396861BIL)

B8 Performance Plus - Strut Insert

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$273.87
Finish: Yellow Paint Bilstein B8 Performance Plus shock absorbers and struts deliver absolute mastery of the road surface for the performance-minded driver. Designed to push a car’s suspension to its performance peak, these shocks are specifically suited for use with special lowering springs in combination with anti-sway bars or other suspension upgrades.

Product Features:
  • Monotube gas pressure construction
  • High-performance shock absorbers and struts designed specifically for lowering springs and production sport vehicle
  • Sport-tuned with a high level of comfort
  • Precision handling and optimized vehicle control
  • Road-tested and fine-tuned by BILSTEIN The increased performance and aggressive valving of the Bilstein B8 Sport shocks significantly increase the rigidity of the vehicle and is not recommended for drivers who wish retain ride quality.
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Bilstein – B4 OE Replacement – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000457406BIL)

B4 OE Replacement - Strut Assembly

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$206.48
Finish: Black Paint Bilstein B4 OE Replacement gas pressure shock absorbers and struts are specifically engineered to be the best choice for maintaining the original ride quality of your vehicle, while meeting or exceeding OE standards. These dampers are the ideal choice for the driver looking to restore the original performance and handling of their vehicle, with the added benefit of world-famous Bilstein quality.

Product Features:
  • Constant damping characteristics under any load
  • Consistent performance and handling give the vehicle a new car feel every time
  • Proven BILSTEIN gas pressure technology
  • High OEM quality standards
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Monroe – OESpectrum Strut Cartridge (Part No.73216)

OESpectrum Strut Cartridge

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$51.99
Monroe® OESpectrum® shock absorbers and struts are available for popular for European, Asian and North American passenger cars, light trucks and SUVs featuring Tenneco’s latest global original equipment valving technologies designed with the right techno

Product Features:
  • All Weather Fluid Contains special modifiers to reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction.
  • Rod Displaced Valving Tuned specifically for each application, this valving automatically adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and ride comfort.
  • Fluon Banded Piston The fluon band provides consistent sealing between the piston and pressure tube which delivers better control and increased durability.
  • Twin Technology Impact Control Valve (ICV), delivers exceptional control under virtually all driving conditions, and patented Low Speed Tunability (LST) piston design that isolates impact-related noise, vibration and harshness.
  • Hardened and Chrome Plated Piston Rod Long service life.
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
  • Unique Rod Guide and Single Lip Seal Bronze reinforced rod guide bearing and special seal provides longer service life and consistent performance.
  • Special Dust Boot/Jounce Bumper Protective dust boot reduces dirt and any moisture build-up. Jounce bumper helps prevent severe suspension movement. Dust boot & jounce bumper sold separately.
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Bilstein – B8 Performance Plus – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000396767BIL)

B8 Performance Plus - Strut Assembly

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$481.97
Finish: Yellow Paint Bilstein B8 Performance Plus shock absorbers and struts deliver absolute mastery of the road surface for the performance-minded driver. Designed to push a car’s suspension to its performance peak, these shocks are specifically suited for use with special lowering springs in combination with anti-sway bars or other suspension upgrades.

Product Features:
  • Monotube gas pressure construction
  • High-performance shock absorbers and struts designed specifically for lowering springs and production sport vehicle
  • Sport-tuned with a high level of comfort
  • Precision handling and optimized vehicle control
  • Road-tested and fine-tuned by BILSTEIN The increased performance and aggressive valving of the Bilstein B8 Sport shocks significantly increase the rigidity of the vehicle and is not recommended for drivers who wish retain ride quality.
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Bilstein – B6 Performance – Shock Absorber (Part No.L4000396327BIL)

B6 Performance - Shock Absorber

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$163.67
Bilstein B6 Performance gas pressure shock absorbers and struts are the ideal choice for most vehicles, including full-size sedans, SUVs and trucks. These shock absorbers and struts provide improved handling and stability, without sacrificing ride comfort. Bilstein B6 Performance shock absorbers offer superior damping ability that makes them ideal for the driver who demands superior performance, while maintaining an exceptional street ride.

Product Features:
  • Monotube gas pressure construction
  • Improved safety and sportiness
  • Added traction and enhanced stability
  • Increased durability and performance while maintaining ride comfort
  • Road-tested and fine-tuned by BILSTEIN for each vehicle specific application The performance of the Bilstein shocks does not decline from age, use or heat, requiring no compensating manual adjustments as with conventional multi-tube shocks.
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Bilstein – B4 OE Replacement – Shock Absorber (Part No.L4000457386BIL)

B4 OE Replacement - Shock Absorber

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$106.13
Finish: Black Paint Bilstein B4 OE Replacement gas pressure shock absorbers and struts are specifically engineered to be the best choice for maintaining the original ride quality of your vehicle, while meeting or exceeding OE standards. These dampers are the ideal choice for the driver looking to restore the original performance and handling of their vehicle, with the added benefit of world-famous Bilstein quality.

Product Features:
  • Constant damping characteristics under any load
  • Consistent performance and handling give the vehicle a new car feel every time
  • Proven BILSTEIN gas pressure technology
  • High OEM quality standards
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Monroe – OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.5947)

OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber

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$48.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® passenger car shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
  • 1/2 inch Diameter Piston Rod: Nitrocarburized rod for long service life. On non-dust shield units only.
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
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Bilstein – B6 Performance (DampTronic) – Shock Absorber (Part No.L4000453980BIL)

B6 Performance (DampTronic) - Shock Absorber

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$709.15
Finish: Yellow Paint Bilstein B6 Performance (DampTronic) gas pressure shock absorbers and struts are the ideal choice for most vehicles, including full-size sedans, SUVs and trucks. These shock absorbers and struts provide improved handling and stability, without sacrificing ride comfort. Bilstein B6 Performance (DampTronic) shock absorbers offer superior damping ability that makes them ideal for the driver who demands superior performance, while maintaining an exceptional street ride.

Product Features:
  • Perfectly adapted to suit series-production electronic adjustment system
  • Ability to switch rapidly from comfortable, everyday mode to sporty setting for journeys across rural roads and right up to a racing setting for club sport
  • Marked improvement in safety and performance without additional spring changes (standard springs can be used)
  • BILSTEIN gas pressure technology BILSTEIN mono-tube/Upside-Down technology, made in Germany
  • Road and track tested by BILSTEIN for fi ne tuning
  • No German TUV registration required
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Bilstein – B4 OE Replacement – Shock Absorber (Part No.L4000457384BIL)

B4 OE Replacement - Shock Absorber

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$111.92
Finish: Black Paint Bilstein B4 OE Replacement gas pressure shock absorbers and struts are specifically engineered to be the best choice for maintaining the original ride quality of your vehicle, while meeting or exceeding OE standards. These dampers are the ideal choice for the driver looking to restore the original performance and handling of their vehicle, with the added benefit of world-famous Bilstein quality.

Product Features:
  • Constant damping characteristics under any load
  • Consistent performance and handling give the vehicle a new car feel every time
  • Proven BILSTEIN gas pressure technology
  • High OEM quality standards
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KYB – High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock (Part No.KG4539)

High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock

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$61.99
The KYB Gas-a-just monotube shock absorber has additional performance advantages over the traditional twin-tube design: It can instantly, automatically adjust to your performance needs and never experiences fade due to aeration. The Gas-a-Just is available as an OE monotube replacement and as an OE twin-tube performance upgrade. The KYB Gas-a-Just has two separate working chambers: An air-free hydraulic piston and valve area for responsiveness and control, and a second high-pressure nitrogen gas area with a floating piston that provides a comfortable ride during normal driving and adds instant performance on demand. The Gas-a-Justs high-pressure, monotube design delivers the control spirited drivers are looking for and its ideal for European cars.

Product Features:
  • Adds Up To 25% More Damping Performance Over Original Equipment Shocks
  • Components And Valving Designed Specifically For The Bow 3 Series
  • Gas-A-Just Monotubes Include Additional Damping Over One Design For Vehicles That Work, Tow, And Have Larger, Heavier Tires & Wheels
  • High Pressure Monotube Design Separates The Gas And Oil For Fade Free Operation And Instant Response
  • Fluid Leaking Can Be A Cause Of Shock Failure, The KYB Gas-A-Just Has An Ultra-Smooth Triple Chrome Plated Chrome Piston Rod To Reduce Seal Wear
  • The Higher Gas Pressure Of The KYB Gas-A-Just Responds Quickly To Improve Steering Response
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Gas-A-Just Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
  • To Reduce The Chance Of Noise And Vibration KYB Recommends Installing New Strut Mounts, Part Number: Sm5013
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Elring – Shock / Strut Paper Mount Gasket (Part No.L4017263905ELR)

Shock / Strut Paper Mount Gasket

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$2.06
The Elring Shock / Strut Paper Mount Gasket is OE Quality and is manufactured using only the highest quality materials.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent and direct fit application
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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1988 BMW M3 Shocks and Struts

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1988 BMW M3. Maybe you just need a couple of Shocks and Struts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 10 different Shocks and Struts in our inventory ranging from $2.06 to $273.87. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1988 BMW M3 running smoothly.

Shocks and Struts are only as good as their brand. We stock 7 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1988 BMW M3. Driveworks, Monroe, and Corteco are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Shocks and Struts for your 1988 BMW M3, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Shocks and Struts to keep your 1988 BMW M3 rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Shocks and Struts Brands To Make Your 1988 BMW M3 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1988 BMW M3 demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Shocks and Struts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your M3 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Shocks and Struts brands and parts.

Popular KYB Shocks and Struts

We carry KYB parts in our stock across Rear Shock and Struts categories, plus more. For a 1988 BMW M3, our most popular KYB Shocks and Struts include:
High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock
from $61.99
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High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock
Rear Shock and Struts

Top 1988 BMW M3 Shocks and Struts from Driveworks

Driveworks products are another trusted brand when it comes to Shocks and Struts for your 1988 BMW M3. Popular Driveworks parts include:
Strut Bellow
from $11.99
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Strut Bellow
Strut Bellows

FAQs for 1988 BMW M3 Shocks and Struts

What are the most purchased Shocks and Struts for the 1988 BMW M3?

Out of 10 Shocks and Struts for the 1988 BMW M3, the most popular in our inventory are:
OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber
from $48.99
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OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber
Rear Shock and Struts
OESpectrum Strut Cartridge
from $51.99
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OESpectrum Strut Cartridge
Front Shock and Struts
Strut Mount Stop
from $2.89
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Strut Mount Stop
Strut Mount Caps