Bilstein B3 OE Replacement Rear Coil Spring for BMW E36 - Part Number 38-129087
Restore the precise factory ride, grip and comfort of your BMW E36 with the Bilstein B3 OE replacement rear coil spring. Engineered to original equipment standards and built from high grade chrome vanadium or chrome silicon steel, the Bilstein 38-129087 rear spring is a direct fit solution that brings your rear suspension back to OE height, handling and reliability. Perfect for replacing a broken, cracked or sagging rear spring on your BMW 3 Series E36, saloon or coupe.
Trusted by enthusiasts, technicians and our own team, Bilstein B3 rear springs deliver OE quality, long service life and consistent performance. Customers choose this spring to fix MOT failures, cure uneven ride height and sharpen rear end stability without compromising comfort.
Key benefits
- Direct fit OE replacement rear coil spring for BMW E36 3 Series
- Restores factory ride height, comfort and handling
- High break resistance thanks to premium spring steel
- Hot set after forming to prevent height loss over time
- Carefully surface compressed and coated for durability and corrosion resistance
- OE style spring design including pigtail ends, minibloc shapes and central force design
Why choose Bilstein B3 for your BMW E36
Bilstein is a leading OE supplier, so the B3 series matches original BMW specifications for rate and fitment. If you want an OEM-equivalent BMW E36 rear spring that bolts in with no modifications or coding, the Bilstein 38-129087 is the smart choice. We have fitted and used B3 springs on E36 projects and customer cars and feedback is consistently positive for factory feel and long term reliability.
Perfect for
- BMW E36 rear spring replacement
- Fixing broken or cracked rear coil springs
- Correcting sagging ride height at the rear axle
- OEM spec daily driving with confidence and comfort
Fitment and compatibility
Fitting position: Rear axle
Compatible with the following BMW E36 3 Series models:
- 3 Series E36 Saloon 09.90 - 11.98
- 316i, 318i, 318is, 320i, 325i, 318tds, 325tds
- 3 Series E36 Coupe 10.91 - 05.99
- 316i, 318is, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325is, 328i
Compatibility check
We verify compatibility before dispatch. Enter your UK registration or the last 7 of your VIN at checkout and we will confirm the Bilstein 38-129087 is correct for your BMW E36 rear suspension.
Installation and support
Professional installation recommended. For fitting, choose Nforcd in Warwickshire. Request a fitting quote via Sales@nforcd.com. When replacing a rear spring, many owners replace springs in pairs and inspect rear rubber spring pads and mounts at the same time.
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Part details
- Part number: BILSTEIN-38-129087
- Manufacturer: Bilstein
- Range: B3 OE Replacement
- Fitting position: Rear axle
- EAN: 4025258565763
- UPC: 651860565767