So, since Dougal will be up and half taken apart while the clutch repair is being done, I've decided to take the plunge for new shocks and struts. I'm pretty sure I'm driving on the factory originals.

Any recommendations? Best prices? Looking for a sporty ride.

'02 R50.

 

By the way - would like to keep the price under $400 for the set. Am I dreaming?

 

Bilstein B4 ? Also do what is the production month -3/2002 have a different end link set up and strut mount.

 

I can get that date via the VIN correct?

 

Or look for the build date sticker on the driver side door jamb,
or plug the last 7 of the VIN in here - http://www.bmw-z1.com/VIN/VINdecode-e.cgi

 

It's on your drivers door pillar.

 

The car is already at the shop

 

The FSDs are really a great choice but a little more than what you where looking to spend. I would recommend them too.
http://www.waymotorworks.com/koni-fsd-shocks.html

Now a little more cost effective the bilstein B4 set, very similar to stock:
http://www.waymotorworks.com/bilstei...0-r52-r53.html

Or to stay in budget just get the front pair and do the rears later. You can get just the front Koni Oranges, or yellows. Both give you a sporty feel and are good reliable shocks.
http://www.waymotorworks.com/koni-st...0-r52-r53.html

The yellows are adjustable rebound, the oranges are valves the same as the yellow set to full soft with no adjustment.
http://www.waymotorworks.com/koni-ye...rt-shocks.html

 

June 2002 Production date.

 

You will be fine then, you have the later design suspension.

Bilstien B4 or Koni FSD .

 

I was looking at the B4, before going in another direction. I had a difficult time finding reviews for mini cooper applications.

 

Keeping in budget, I found a full set of B4s and BOGE mounts for $350 shipped.