Is your microcar bouncing, handling poorly or is the shock absorber leaking? This front shock absorber (damper), part number 1001394, fits the Microcar MC1 (1st fitting) microcar. It is sold individually.
Compatible models
- Microcar MC1 diesel: up to chassis number VH851XL…108274
- Microcar MC1 petrol: up to chassis number VH855XE…200103
- Microcar MC1 4-seater: up to the chassis number ending in 300433
How to check compatibility?
Find your vehicle’s chassis number on the registration certificate (box E) and look up its first characters (for example VH851XL) in the table of compatible models below. Also compare the length and the mountings with your current shock absorber. Not sure? Send us a photo of your shock absorber and your chassis number and we will check it for you.
See also: front shock absorber for later numbers 1003108.
Fitting tips
- Sold individually: always replace both shock absorbers on the same axle at the same time for balanced handling.
- Check the bushes and mountings and replace them if they are worn.
- Tighten the mountings with the vehicle standing on its wheels so that the bushes are not preloaded.
