Coilovers Or Springs

[andyhack182]

Guys,
I Might seem totally stupid now but could someone please tell me the advantages of fitting coilovers opposed to standard lowering springs? I.E do they have a longer life expectancy? Better handling? Better ride?

Thanks People.....

Andy

 

[DanClio]

Hi mate,

Coilovers have a better ride are usually adjustable in the ride height and damping, and are made to last longer. The down side is they are more expensive...

Dan

 

[Maz]

Try before you buy mate .. if you know anyone who has them have a ride in their car first before you spend the cash .. compair .. lol

Maz

 

[V1NNY]

yeah go coilovers

 

[Middo]

also depends on level of lowering wanted / trackdays etc. as to whats the best setup for you. not to mention budget requirements

 

[Guy]

like everything you get what you pay for.

if you buy some lowering springs, the ride may be slightly more harsh and will most likely be a bit crashy on bumps. your dampers/shocks wont last very long as theyre not designed for it.
but then its only gonna cost about 150 quid including fitting for springs. cheap way of getting a decent look and losing a bit of bodyroll.
but after a while you may end up getting dampers too when the standard ones go tits up.. then your looking at like 3/400 quid for decent ones on top.

a decent set of coilovers (H&R) are about 7-800 for the units.
more money but youve got the height adjustability, and you will have a much better ride* and will last along time.

*not true all the time - gaz reputation on here is theyre a very harsh ride. allthough they are very cheap. so its all swings and roundabouts.