MrBonus

I finally broke down and decided to go with H&R springs. While I had reservations about messing with the suspension geometry and wearing out the PASM dampers, I had heard enough positive feedback to take the plunge.

Honestly, the difference in ride and handling are almost negligible between stock. The car feels slightly more compliant over smooth surfaces but doesn't suffer from any of the dreaded bump steer often associated with lowering springs.





Overall, you can tell H&R spent time to ensure these springs wouldn't mess with the delicate balance of the stock car, which as most of you know is already extremely well sorted. If you are considering them, understand that the most noticeable improvement will be cosmetic.

CButler

May I ask how much it cost to install them?

MrBonus

I paid ~$1000 at the dealership (Brandywine Porsche) including an alignment. I've heard you can get them installed for cheaper but I don't necessarily feel comfortable shopping for an independent shop.

rsbartley

Now get spacers-at least in rear.
10-18mm rear, 5mm front
You'll be happy with look.

billco

What will spacers do?

Kigiin

Very nice... great color and right height.

Rob

drbf

Looks great, how is the handling at moderate to higher speeds?

gota911

Spacers will move the tires/wheels further out toward the sides of the car, giving you a wider track. Done mostly for looks.

1crazy canuck

...anyone have any pics (ideally b4 & after pics of a lowered & spacers car)?

OCBen

Looks nice Ian.

One thing that I've noticed with cars lowered by the H&R springs is that the kit seems to lower the front end more than the back end. At least it always looks like the front end sits much lower after the fact. Don't know if the back end sits higher than the front end from the factory and the springs just lower the car by equal amounts, giving the appearance that the front end sits lower after the fact.

I wonder if it's possible to lower just the rear with the H&R's while keeping the front end stock height, without having adverse effects on handling. Too bad the H&R engineers didn't design the kit so that it lowers the rear more than the front to give the car the appearance of a level ride height.

DrDrilZ

ditto ,in EVERY pic i see with these springs, the front end looks lower than the rear.

MrBonus

It handles largely like the car did stock.

I believe the raked look is an intended effect. I think if you're really looking for a desired stance, the only viable option is a set of coilovers.

merbesfield

i too did the H&R swap the first week i owned the car, but my impression is a little different. the car was really comfortable as stock, but after the swap it became fairly rough, much like the sport button was on all the time. does not bother me but could bother others. here are my before and after pics. and yes the front is a little lower, but the is the way all cars are designed from the factory, even pickup trucks. too me the springs are a must b/c the car looks like it is a lifted 4x4 without them. i had my springs ordered before i even took delivery of the car.

meaker

Looking at your before pic. you can see that the front end is already sitting a little lower then the rear.Though, I wouldn't want anymore rake then the stock on a aftermarket spring. I also do think spring are a must b/c of the 4x4 look..Oh by the way your car looks great.

OCBen

merbesfield, thanks for that before and after pic of the rear end. Most of us here agree that the stock "SUV" ride height of the back end is not a very flattering look. Your after pic highlights the stance that makes the rear look the best.

Yeah, I'd really like to know if it's possible to lower just the rear with no adverse effects on handling. If so, I'll probably do so just for the improved look.