Coilovers options for 172 cup

[Darryl_1983]

Looking to freshen up the suspension on my Cup, and with the cost of dampers these days I'm looking at potentially moving to Coilovers, so I'm reviewing options at the cheaper end of the spectrum (approx £750-£1k).

Initially, I just figured I'd throw a set of Bilstein B14's on it, as the car will be 99.9% road driven, and used alongside my Z4 for daily duties. The last thing I'd want is a super stiff track setup.

I understand that BC Racing is another option, and that the spring rates and damping can be changed to suit mainly road driving, along with the adjustability to stiffen and soften the damping once installed on the car, for when taking to track days. Would these be a better option and worth the extra £250 over the Bilsteins? Also, what spring rates would people recommend if moving away from the standard rates supplied?

Are they're any other decent options?

Thanks

 

[Advikaz]

I actually think that BC’s are better than b14’s

 

[Brigsy]

Stick to the bilstein b14, bang on for road use.

Damping adjustment on bc is sketchy at best. Usually bouncy/soft or hard as fcuk from experience.

 

[the_baron_von_richthofen]

I know this isnt what you asked, but there really isnt much wrong with Cup dampers and some lowering springs (grams or Cooksport).

They are very nice to use on track too.

That said, I think the BC's are just out of your budget and like Brigsy says, the B14's have a great reputation for being good on the road.

 

[plenty]

I haven't tried B14s but I am very happy with BC DS series on the Clio platform (and fwiw BC BR series on the E85 Z4 platform).

Having experimented with various spring-rate combinations I've settled on 7F/5R as being ideal (for me) on the road. Which happens to be exactly what BR offers. BC provides 4.5F/6R by default, which is closer to OEM, but this can be customised.