BMW 1600 Sway Bar Bushing Parts
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The average cost of a BMW 1600 sway bar bushing is between $2.19 and $2.19.
What Size Sway Bar Bushing Fits The BMW 1600?
When you’re ready to swap out your BMW 1600 sway bar bushing, size comes first. Most stock sway bars on the 1600 use bushings that fit a 19mm or 20mm bar, but don't assume—that’s not always the case, especially after decades of ownership and upgrades. Grab a caliper, get a good reading on the bar itself, and jot that number down. Pick the wrong size, and you’re in for rattles, fitment headaches, and early wear. Double check your diameter before ordering. It saves trouble, and your front end will thank you.
How Do I Know My BMW 1600 Sway Bar Bushing Needs Replacing?
You might hear a clunk or groan over speed bumps, or maybe the car just doesn't feel as tight in the corners as it used to. Those are typical signs a BMW 1600 sway bar bushing is worn out. If you crawl under the car and notice the bushing looks cracked, squished out, or dry, it’s telling you it’s had enough. Some bushings go 10 years. Others lose their shape earlier if the car sits outside or drives in harsh weather. Don’t just wait for noise—checking bushings every oil change keeps you ahead, so you catch worn bits before they wear out the rest of the suspension.
What Material Is Best For BMW 1600 Sway Bar Bushings?
Back when your BMW 1600 sway bar bushing was new, BMW used soft rubber for comfort and good isolation from road noise. Rubber works fine if you want the car to feel classic. Polyurethane bushings, popular with many owners, give the car more bite through corners and hold up much longer. Poly can create a little more road feel and sometimes a squeak if you forget to grease them, but if the car sees backroads or track time, the improvement's hard to ignore. For a daily street car, most people still stick with quality rubber. For weekend cars, poly is the move. Whichever you pick, lubricate poly bushings during install and you’ll skip the noise.
How Difficult Is It To Replace The Sway Bar Bushing On A BMW 1600?
Replacing the BMW 1600 sway bar bushing isn’t a tough job, but you’ll need to get under the car. Most will finish it in an afternoon with a few hand tools. Pop the car up with a jack, get it safely on stands, then unbolt the sway bar brackets. The old bushings usually slide out with a bit of tugging. Clean everything before slipping the new bushings in. Tightening down the brackets brings the bar back in line. Can't hurt to have a friend nearby if it’s your first time, even just to pass tools and lend another pair of eyes. Most home mechanics knock it out in an hour or so.
Will New Sway Bar Bushings Improve The Handling Of My BMW 1600?
Installing new BMW 1600 sway bar bushing sets can transform the way your front end feels. Gone is the loose, floaty ride around corners—replaced by a solid response when you turn the wheel. If you’ve lived with worn bushings for a while, you’ll notice the difference right away. The car will track straighter, body roll drops, and any little shakes or clunks up front usually vanish. It’s a simple update, but you’ll feel it every drive.
Looking For The Best BMW 1600 Sway Bar Bushing?
Finding the right sway bar bushing for your BMW 1600 shouldn’t mean chasing deals or guessing on fit. At AutohausAZ, we ship fast, keep prices sharp, and choose the parts people trust. Order today and it’s out the door quick—no drawn out delays. Got the wrong part? Returns are easy, so you never get stuck. Our support is easy to reach, too, if you have a question or just want to be sure you’re getting the right fit the first time. We’ve been helping BMW owners keep their classics on the road for years, so you get a straightforward order and parts that work. Simple as that.
