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Nivomat shocks V70-XC70

Friends:
I need to replace the "shocks" on my 1998 v70. I was going to do it all the way around, until I found out that my car is equipped with Nivomat Shocks (cha-ching).
At 350 bucks a pop -- over $700 for a pair, I am reconsidering my replacement strategy. How durable are these shocks? If they were 50 bucks each I'd do it and consider it "cheap insurance" but at 6 times the money I can only hope they last a long time. What is so damn special about these shocks that cost $350 each?

As far as the front struts go, should I by the cartridge or the entire strut assembly? Is the Bilstein Touring shocks a good shock for everyday driving? Are there any other parts I should replace up front?
Thanks,
John '89 240 dl, '91 245 se, '98 v70, '40 ford






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