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23 September 2025

New Polybush Release: Fiat 500, Panda, Ford KA & Abarth Suspension Bushes

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We’re excited to announce a brand-new range of Polybush suspension bushes covering some of the most popular small cars on the road – and some of the most fun. Whether you’re driving a Fiat 500 around town, tackling B-roads in an Abarth 595, or relying on a Panda 4×4 through winter, these bushes will transform how your car feels and last far longer than rubber ever could.

Our latest release covers:

  • Fiat 500 (312) (2007-On)

  • Fiat 500C (312) (2009-On)

  • Fiat Panda 2WD inc 100 (139) (2003-2012)

  • Fiat Panda 4WD (139) (2004-2012)

  • Ford KA (RU8) (2008-2016)

  • Abarth 500, 595, 695 (312) (2008-On)

  • Abarth 500C, 595C, 695C (312) (2008-On)

That’s a huge range of cars that all suffer from the same weak point – rubber bushes.


Why Rubber Bushes Fail

If you’ve owned one of these cars for a while, you’ll know the story. Rubber bushes crack, split and deteriorate long before the rest of the suspension wears out. Heat, road salt, oils and just plain age all conspire to break them down. Once they go soft or start splitting, the handling falls apart – vague steering, uneven tyre wear, clunks and knocks, and in many cases, an expensive bill just to put it right.

“Every time the wishbone bushes go, it’s a nightmare – bumper off, arms out, and you know you’ll be back under there in 18 months doing it all again.”

That’s exactly why we’ve developed polyurethane replacements. Polybush bushes don’t degrade like rubber, meaning once you fit them, that job is done. No more repeat failures, no more premature MOT advisories, and your car drives like it should.


The New Polybush Range

We’ve launched four key bushes that tackle the main weak points in these cars:

🔧 24T – Front Wishbone Front Bush

OE References include: 1540244, 1540246, 1580514, 50703128, 51857021, 9S51-3078-AA (and many more).

The front bush in rubber – Walks out, causing caster changes, causing vague steering especially at speed. Our polyurethane version resists flex and oil contamination, keeping your geometry stable and your steering sharp.

Fiat 500 Arm OEM 24T Failure - Web
Fiat 500 Arm OEM 51857021 Failure – Web

🔧 24U – Front Wishbone Rear Bush

OE References include: 50709579, 50710620, 51860383, FS51-3078-BA (and many more).

This is the one that causes the biggest headaches. The OEM rubber rear bush is notorious for failing, and replacing it as with the front bush is a proper chore – the front bumper has to come off just to access the bolts. That’s why it makes sense to fit Polybush once, and never have to go through the same pain again.

Fiat 500 OEM 24U Failure - Web
Fiat 500 OEM 51860383 Failure – Web

🔧 24W – Rear Axle Bush

OE References include: 1619916, 46741920, 50703271, 51796664, 9S51-5K653-AA.

These bushes support the entire rear axle, so when the rubber fails, you’ll hear knocks and feel instability at speed. Swap to Polybush and the rear end tightens up beautifully – stable, predictable, and long-lasting.

🔧 24V – Rear Shock Absorber Upper Bush

OE References include: 50709731, 51857841, 9S51-18125-AA (and many more).

If you own one of these cars, you’ve probably replaced these more than once already. The OEM rubber fails for fun – it just can’t cope with the repeated loading. That’s where polyurethane really shines. Our 24V bush shrugs off the punishment, giving your shocks the proper support they need for a consistent ride and handling.

Fiat 500 OEM 24V - Failure
Fiat 500 OEM 50709731 – Failure

Why Polybush is the Best Choice

  • Fit once, forget it – no need to replace every MOT cycle.

  • Resistant to oil, fuel, salt and heat – unlike rubber, Polybush won’t break down.

  • Improved handling and ride quality – sharper steering, better stability, and a more solid feel.

  • Cost-effective – especially when you factor in the labour involved in removing bumpers or subframes just to change failed OEM parts.

“Swapping rubber for Polybush is the smartest move – you do it once, and it transforms the way the car feels.”

Vehicles Covered (Quick Links)


These cars are fantastic fun, whether it’s a cheeky Fiat 500 nipping through traffic, a tough little Panda taking on back roads, or an Abarth 595 delivering a grin every time you prod the throttle. But they all share the same Achilles’ heel – rubber bushes that simply don’t last.

With Polybush polyurethane suspension bushes, you’ll only need to do the job once. The car will handle better, last longer, and finally live up to the way it should have left the factory.

Check out the full range of bushes for Fiat, Panda, KA, and Abarth & More – Here.

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