So I've finally narrowed it down to these two springs. I have an '88 iS and it's my daily driver so I don't want it super stiff or low. I'd like it a little lower than Sports so that's why I'm considering the Vogtland. Give me your opinions!
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Vogtlands are perfect for a DD. They give a perfect (streetable) ride height and stance. They are a bit stiffer than the H&R sports as well.
I have Vogtlands on my black car with Koni's and I love the setup. That car drives great. My white car has H&R Sports with Bilsteins, and I am seriously considering swapping them out for the Vogtlands. Just because the black car handles that much better, without sacrificing any comfort. Not to mention the Sports ride to high.
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That's exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for your help. BTW, do you have any pics of your setup?Comment
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I haven't ridden in a Vogtland car but the H&R sports/Bilstein sports combo in the IS car we bought is awesome for DD. They're firmer than stock but not ridiculous. I'm 36 now, I can't stand a rough ride in a DD.
1987 E30 cabrio | Bumper swap | H&R Sport | Koni Yellow | Eibach Sways | BavAuto strut bar | Cardinal seats
MTech2 wheel | Husco Armrest | Smoked Hella Smileys | 5k HID | Stromung | RS003 | Shadowline | Amber Fogs | Too much else to list
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I know what you mean. I'm 27 and I'm not looking for a race car. I just want something that sits lower but still has some stiffness. I just want it a bit lower than the Sports, that's why I'm looking into the Vogtland. The difference in price isn't in the equation at all. I'd happily pay a little more for a better ride.
So I've decided to go with Vogtland. I think it's exactly what I'm looking for. Thanks for everyone's input.Last edited by dandingo; 05-19-2008, 03:16 PM.Comment
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where did you guys pick up the vogtland springs. im in the same boat looking for springs to lower but i don't think the h&r are lower enough for me.
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I am terrible at taking pictures, so all of the vehicles look like they have ridiculous tire gap. Ha oh well.. Here are my vehicles--
'86 325e with the Vogtlands & Koni's (this car was the donor for my black car)--
'87eS; disassembled quite a bit at that point. The lip of the Zender airdam is now about 2 1/4" off the ground--
'85 323i with H&R's and same wheels for comparison--
You can get them on eBay. I cant remember the price, but it was excellent iirc. I think it was $180 for the set. They are also TUV approved.Comment
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slammed is streetable. ;)Comment
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TUV is like a saftety and standards testing institute. They test new products that are going out into the market. I believe they are based in Germany. They are sort of a German equivilant to our UL. At least that is my understanding..
Yeah, I want to try a slammed car next. If I get another E30 it will be a henna rat-rod, because I think that would be neat to build.
But I've had too many E30's, its time for a Porsche.Comment
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What are the differences in rates between these votglands and H&R Race. I imagine the H&Rs dont sit as low, but what gives out more performance?Comment
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