Bilstein B8 24-296489 Front Shock Absorber/Strut for BMW 5 Series G30 & M5 F90 (2016+) - Monotube Gas Performance Damper - Fits M Sport, Lowered Springs, xDrive AWD & PHEV 530e - Front Suspension Replacement Upgrade

BILSTEIN B8 Front Damper | BMW 5 Series G30 and M5 F90 | Part No. BILSTEIN-24-296489

Upgrade the front end of your BMW chassis with this BILSTEIN B8 front damper, part number BILSTEIN-24-296489. Purpose-built for cars running sport chassis settings or shorter springs, this gas-charged, single-tube unit delivers crisp control, rapid response and rock-solid stability without sacrificing day-to-day comfort.

We use B8 dampers on our own builds and our customers love the confident front-end bite, reduced dive and hugely improved composure over British B-roads. If you want fast-road precision with an OEM-quality fit, this is a proven solution for the G30 5 Series and F90 M5 platforms, including AWD and plug-in hybrid variants.

What you will notice

• Short-stroke performance design that pairs perfectly with lowering springs and factory sport pack
• Sharper turn-in and flatter cornering for spirited driving
• Consistent damping and fade resistance from gas-charged monotube architecture
• Tighter body control under braking and acceleration with refined ride quality
• Engineered in Germany to OEM standards for durability and precise fitment

Technical details

• Position: Front axle
• Type: Gas-charged single-tube damper
• Design: Shortened high-performance unit for use with sport or lowered springs
• Mounting: Top pin
• Suitable for vehicles with M Sport chassis technology

Vehicle applications

BMW 5 Series G30 and M5 F90 from 09/2016 onward. Compatible with the following models:

• 530e Plug-in-Hybrid xDrive
• 545e Plug-in-Hybrid xDrive
• 530i xDrive and 530i Mild-Hybrid xDrive
• 540i xDrive and 540i Mild-Hybrid xDrive
• 520d xDrive and 520d Mild-Hybrid xDrive
• 530d xDrive and 530d Mild-Hybrid xDrive
• 540d xDrive and 540d Mild-Hybrid xDrive
• M550d xDrive

Who is this for

Owners seeking an uprated front strut for better steering precision, improved chassis control and a premium ride on lowered or sport suspension setups. Ideal for fast-road builds, OEM-plus handling packages and M Sport-equipped cars.

Fitment check

We confirm compatibility before dispatch. Add your UK registration or the last 7 of your VIN at checkout and we will verify that BILSTEIN-24-296489 matches your vehicle.

Professional installation

Prefer expert fitting? Book with MJ Modifications in Warwickshire. Email info@mjmodifications.co.uk for a fitting quote and availability.

Identifiers

• Part number: BILSTEIN-24-296489
• EAN: 4025258833442
• UPC: 651860840925
• Brand: BILSTEIN

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