Bilstein B6 Front Shock — Performance Upgrade, Monotube | Porsche 356 A/B/C/SC 1948–1965 (97-4050-0)

Bilstein B6 Performance front shock absorber for the early Porsche 356. A genuine performance upgrade for vintage 356 chassis — Bilstein's monotube gas-pressure design replaces tired original shocks while keeping the car at stock ride height. The right call for restored or daily-driven 356s where original suspension hardware is no longer up to the task.

Fitment

• Porsche 356 Pre-A, 356 A, 356 B, 356 C and 356 SC, 1948-1965

Specifications

• EMPI Part #: 97-4050-0
• Bilstein Reference: B46-0164
• Performance level: B6 — upgrade over stock
• Collapsed length: 9.72" (247 mm)
• Extended length: 14.41" (366 mm)
• Sold individually (qty 2 per axle)

About Bilstein B6

Bilstein's monotube gas-pressure design has more than 60 years of OEM and motorsport history behind it — including extensive work on early Porsches. The B6 series gives the 356 firmer damping and faster response than worn original shocks without changing ride height.