Putting shocks on in the dark...

[Two-chins]

Good evening/morning chaps and chappesses. Simple question from a simple man: where's the best outlet to get replacement (aftermarket) rear shocks for a CLK320 '98? Not many, if any, list direct replacements for it. Bilstein does show units for this, but who in the UK has?
A name keeps cropping up on this site: Olly. Who is he and where does he exist -- is there a web site for this famed gentleman?
Thank you.

 

[bigasotonuk]

Hi,
You can buy direct replacement Bilstein shocks from Euro car parts, between £80-90 each.
Olly is forum member BlackC55.
http://www.prestigecarservice.co.uk

 

[Two-chins]

Ta v muchly

Thank you kindly for that. I'm looking at getting a pair of Monroe rear shocks, has anyone any views on this make?

 

[television]

Why do you want to fit those,any reason

 

[bigasotonuk]

Though I have never heard anything bad regarding Monroe, I personally go for a road going Bilstein shock as they were fitted from the factory, and should last another 10 years.

 

[Two-chins]

Monroe shox

No other reason to go for Monroe than easier to get hold of around these here parts at a reasonable price -- quoted 49+vat for gas units, although these have apparently been superseded by another part number. The supplier will tell me tomorrow.