Coil over questions and comparison

[McDewbie]

I have a 1988 325IS, I'm wanting some new suspension. Looking at coilovers specifically Ground Control and BC Racing. wondering which one is the best option, the BC ones are a little cheaper, but I'd prefer something better, unless the GC ones aren't that much better of course. what is needed to install them, i know that coil overs arent just bolt in for the E30, so wondering exactly what needs to be done. also wondering what else I should be putting in, sway bars, and the like, and what are the best options there as well. I really want to do all the research I can before I do this
Thanks, Evan

[SkiFree]

Welcome, this has been covered many many times before. If you use the search function you'll find more than enough opinions/info to help answer your questions.

[LoneWolf]

I have a 1988 325IS, I'm wanting some new suspension. Looking at coilovers specifically Ground Control and BC Racing. wondering which one is the best option, the BC ones are a little cheaper, but I'd prefer something better, unless the GC ones aren't that much better of course. what is needed to install them, i know that coil overs arent just bolt in for the E30, so wondering exactly what needs to be done. also wondering what else I should be putting in, sway bars, and the like, and what are the best options there as well. I really want to do all the research I can before I do this
Thanks, Evan

http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=232800&highlight=bc+gc

There you go man. I have been looking at all this stuff too.

[dr.gonzo]

I had the same question, let me just put it to you this way.
I'm super duper cheap. I love craigslist and live by ebay.
With cars it a concern of safety so tires are important, than brakes, guess what's next? Do you want to put your safety on the line with a product that comes from an unknown source with unknown quality control?

[Cletonius]

GC. Can't say enough good stuff about them. The install was very straightforward and GC is able to answer any questions if you call them.

I wouldn't hesitate to go GC again.