1996 BMW 318i Front Shock and Struts
Your 1996 BMW 318i might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Front Shock and Struts you desperately need.
We currently carry 15 Front Shock and Struts to choose from for your 1996 BMW 318i, and our inventory prices range from as little as $118.99 up to $361.93.
On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 6 different trusted brands of Front Shock and Struts for the 1996 BMW 318i. We only sell parts from trusted brands like Monroe so that you can find quality parts you can count on.
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Front Shock and Struts for Your 1996 BMW 318i
Bilstein – B4 OE Replacement – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000457509BIL)
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$187.39
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.
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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
Monroe – OESpectrum Strut (Part No.71524)
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$121.99
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 technology specific for each application. OESpectrum shocks and struts provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness. They are backed by Monroe’s Limited Lifetime Warranty and Feel the Difference Guarantee.
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- 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.
- Premium – Limited Lifetime Warranty
- For Commercial Usage Refer to Product Warranty
Monroe – OESpectrum Strut (Part No.71523)
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$118.99
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 technology specific for each application. OESpectrum shocks and struts provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.
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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.
Bilstein – B8 Performance Plus – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000396792BIL)
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$361.93
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.
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- 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.
Bilstein – B6 Performance – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000396793BIL)
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$316.24
Finish: Yellow Paint 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.
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- 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.
Autopart International Inc – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000467759API)
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$224.27
Strut Assembly
Autopart International Inc – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000467758API)
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$224.27
Strut Assembly
International Suspension Group – Ride Control Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000654169ISG)
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$199.85
The International Suspension Group advanced engineering team designed the Ride Control Valving to allow these premium struts to sense the vehicles velocity and road conditions. The Ride Control struts adjust constantly to the road for enhanced performance, ensuring superior handling, ride control and comfort.
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- Vented Striker Plate – Eliminates seal damage and prolongs strut life
- Teflon Banded Piston Seal – Provides superior sealing
- Multi-Shim Valve – For superior handling control and comfort
- Twin Tube Design – For extra protection, strength and durability
- Micro-polished Double Chrome plated Piston – Extra protection against pitting and rusting
- PBT Bump Stop – Dampens noise and stops metal to metal contact
- Machine Mounting Eyes – Seamless for strength and durability
Bilstein – B4 OE Replacement – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000457510BIL)
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$184.16
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:
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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
Bilstein – B4 OE Replacement – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000396626BIL)
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$180.46
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:
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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
Bilstein – B4 OE Replacement – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000396625BIL)
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$179.16
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:
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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
Koni – Koni STR.T (Orange) Shock 10/91-99 BMW Sedan/Coupe/Convtr. 318i/ 318is/ incl. M- (Part No.8250 1002)
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$175.99
Koni STR.T (Orange) Shock 10/91-99 BMW Sedan/Coupe/Convtr. 318i/ 318is/ incl. M-
KYB – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000147180KYB)
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$175.80
Strut Assembly
KYB – Strut Assembly (Part No.L3000147179KYB)
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$170.52
Strut Assembly
Monroe – OESpectrum Strut (Part No.71515)
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$144.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® struts provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.
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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 — Rod displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and a smooth ride (on most applications)
- CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
- CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
- IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration (on most applications)
- LONGER SERVICE LIFE — Chrome-plated piston, bronze reinforced rod guide bearing and special single lip seal provide durability and longer service life (where applicable)
- OPTIONAL DUST BOOT/JOUNCE BUMPER — Protective dust boot reduces dirt and moisture, while jounce bumper reduces severe suspension movement (both sold separately)
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