For BMW 1 Series E82 118d Genuine Monroe Original Rear Shock Absorbers (Pair). We apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused. Shock Absorber Mounting Type. Top pin / Bottom Pin. Monroe is widely regarded as the leading manufacture of Shock Absorbers throughout the world – It has a very well established reputation for engineering. Monroe Original shocks are engineered to be of equal or better quality to your vehicles original suspension specification. Designed as a piece for piece replacement part the Original series provides a cost effective solution to replacing worn shocks.