Monroe Restore 210132 Rear Shock Absorber

Monroe Restore 210132 is a rear suspension shock absorber built for domestic and import passenger cars, light trucks, and SUVs that need steady handling and controlled ride motion. It is a new, premium-grade, gas-charged telescopic shock with a painted black steel body and included dust shield.

Fits 1980-1996 Buick Century, rear; 1980-1985 Buick Skylark, rear; 1980-1985 Chevrolet Citation, rear; 1984-1985 Chevrolet Citation II, rear; 1982-1990 Chevrolet Celebrity, rear; 1987-1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, rear; 1987-1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass, rear; 1980-1984 Oldsmobile Omega, rear; 1982-1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, rear; 1982-1991 Pontiac 6000, rear; 1980-1984 Pontiac Phoenix, rear.

Key Features

• Monroe Restore line for consistent handling and control
• Rear telescopic shock absorber with passive damping
• Gas charged design for stable response
• Black painted steel body and cylinder
• Dust shield included; boot not included
• Upper stem mount and lower loop (eyelet) bushing and sleeve mount
• Extended length: 21.06 in. / 534.9 mm
• Compressed length: 15 in. / 381 mm
• Shock stroke / travel length: 6.06 in. / 153.9 mm
• Mounting hardware included

Product Details

Monroe Restore 210132 is engineered to deliver controlled rear suspension movement while helping filter noise, vibration, and harshness. The steel-bodied, painted finish construction and gas-charged design support consistent damping response across a wide range of classic GM rear applications, including Buick Century, Chevrolet Celebrity, Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, and Pontiac 6000 models. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 5897 and 33108 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps
• Loose or unsettled rear-end handling
• Harsh ride feel from worn shock absorbers
• Noise and vibration from tired suspension damping
• Uneven rear suspension control during normal driving

Installation Notes

Verify rear fitment by year, make, and model before installation. This shock uses a stem upper mount and a loop-style lower mount with bushing and sleeve, so confirm the mounting points match the vehicle. Check compressed and extended length against the original part to ensure proper suspension travel and clearance. Inspect related bushings and mounting points for wear before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Monroe Restore 210132 is a new, premium-grade replacement shock absorber designed for consistent performance in rear suspension service. Monroe positions the Restore line for controlled handling and reduced NVH, making it a practical choice for restoring ride quality on compatible Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac applications.