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    Changing Shocks for Smoother Ride on 2015 BMW M2351x

    I'm a new owner of a 2015 M235ix and love the car's handling. But on the open road freeway driving high speed, the ride is a little hard even using Comfort setting. Can I have my local BMW Dealer replace the shocks with a stand one to reduce improving the cruising ride quality? Of course I don't want to invalidate my existing BMW warranty nor the two additional CPO extension warranty I paid for.
    Thanks for any suggestions.

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    Do you have run-flat tires? If so, ditch them and get Michelin Pilot Super Sports or PS4's. You'll be much happier.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Z3SpdDmn View Post
    Do you have run-flat tires? If so, ditch them and get Michelin Pilot Super Sports or PS4's. You'll be much happier.

    If you really must have all-seasons, then look at the Michelin Pilot AS3+.
    I did exactly that, and it made a huge difference. I hate run flat tires.

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    In the US only one type of dampener was offered for the M235i/240. It is not likely they will retrofit a European option for you.

    I don't know what to suggest other than what is mentioned above, maybe tires with a bit softer sidewall?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Z3SpdDmn View Post
    Do you have run-flat tires? If so, ditch them and get Michelin Pilot Super Sports or PS4's. You'll be much happier.

    If you really must have all-seasons, then look at the Michelin Pilot AS3+.
    Or top rated, but totally compliant Continental Extreme Contact DWS 06

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