SMART fortwo Brabus Shock absorber replacement Cost
2003–2007 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$226–$2.3k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
1.2–3.5h
At a typical garage
Shock absorbers control body movement over bumps; worn shocks cause excessive bouncing, nose-diving under braking and reduced tyre contact with the road. They are typically replaced in pairs per axle. SMART fortwo Brabus shock absorber replacement costs $226–$2279 per axle.
Typical parts included
- Shock absorber (damper) – front
- Shock absorber (damper) – rear
What affects the price
- Conventional shock vs coilover or integrated strut assembly
- OEM vs performance brand (Bilstein, Monroe, KYB)
- Whether springs need replacing at the same time
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Shock absorber replacement on a SMART fortwo Brabus typically takes 1.2–3.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a SMART fortwo Brabus, this is typically needed every 50,000–80,000 miles, or when noticeable bouncing or handling degradation occurs.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the SMART fortwo Brabus
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$340–$587
- ABS sensor replacement$140–$242
- ABS system bleeding$112–$193
- AC compressor clutch replacement$280–$483
- AC compressor replacement$300–$518
Shock absorber replacement cost on similar cars
- NISSAN Micra 5 Doors$188–$324
- RENAULT Clio 5 Doors$188–$324
- KIA Picanto$188–$324
- MINI Hatch$188–$324
- FIAT 500$188–$324
Get the exact price for your SMART fortwo Brabus
Prices vary by year, engine and location. Tell us about your specific car.
Get my price estimate →