Bilstein B6 Front Left Shock/Strut/Damper (NSF, Passenger Side) for BMW 3 Series E46 1998-2007 Saloon Coupe Convertible Touring – Gas Pressure Monotube, OE+ Sport Upgrade Heavy‑Duty Replacement – Part 35-115045 – Petrol/Diesel – UK RHD

Bilstein B6 35-115045 E46 Nearside Front Damper – OE‑plus handling for 3 Series drivers

Transform the way your E46 steers and rides with the Bilstein B6 nearside front unit, part number 35-115045. This performance-focused damper delivers tighter body control, sharper response and impressive stability on British roads while maintaining daily comfort. It is a brilliant upgrade for fast-road use, motorway miles and loaded cars, working perfectly with factory coil springs.

If you are searching for a robust, long-life replacement that feels genuinely premium without going harsh or crashy, this is the one. Our team runs B6 on our own builds and customer cars and the feedback is always the same: more confidence, more grip and far better composure over bumps.

Why enthusiasts choose B6

• Sports-tuned damping for confident cornering and reduced roll
• Monotube gas design for consistent performance under repeated hard use
• Upside-down single-tube strut construction for extra rigidity and precise turn-in
• Designed to work with standard-height springs, no coil change needed
• Excellent stability for daily use, towing and heavy loads
• Road-tested and fine-tuned by Bilstein for real-world conditions

Position and pairing

Location: Nearside front on right-hand-drive UK cars. For a balanced refresh across the axle, pair with the matching offside front unit: Bilstein 35-115052.

Tech highlights

• Type: Gas pressure, single-tube, upside-down strut
• Mounting: Top pin
• Application: Nearside front corner
• Use case: OE-plus performance, fast road, daily driving

Vehicle coverage

For BMW 3 Series E46 chassis across petrol and diesel models and body styles:

• Saloon 1998 to 2005: 316i, 318i, 320i, 323i, 325i, 328i, 330i, 318d, 320d, 330d
• Touring 1999 to 2005: 316i, 318i, 320i, 323i, 325i, 328i, 330i, 318d, 320d, 330d
• Coupe 1998 to 2006: 316Ci, 318Ci, 320Ci, 323i, 325i, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, 320Cd, 330Cd
• Convertible 2000 to 2007: 318Ci, 320Ci, 323Ci, 325Ci, 330Ci, 320Cd, 330Cd

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Fitment check

We verify compatibility before shipping. Add your UK registration or the last 7 of your VIN at checkout and our team will confirm the part suits your car.

Installation

Professional fitting recommended. For installation, choose MJ Modifications in Warwickshire. Request a fitting quote: info@mjmodifications.co.uk.

Pro tip: Replace suspension components in axle pairs for best results. Torque all hardware at normal ride height and consider renewing top mounts and fixings while you are in there.

What owners and our workshop say

Real-world gains without ruining comfort. Customers report cleaner steering feel, stronger front-end grip and a calmer ride over rough surfaces. We have installed B6 units on numerous E46 cars with consistently excellent results.

Identifiers

• Part number: 35-115045 / BILSTEIN-35-115045
• EAN: 4025258601867
• UPC: 651860601861