Lowering the car questions? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

mooj9 · 11-26-2012, 08:55 AM

Ok so I want to get the car lowered and I have two questions:

1. How low should I go?
2. Will it improve handling?

I currently have M sport suspension but its too bouncy for me and I would like the car to stick to the road (even if it means uncomfortable ride).

I had a Lotus in the past so I'm not bothered about feeling all the bumps on the road.

Phil325i · 11-26-2012, 09:25 AM

The answer to 1 is personal choice and the quality of roads in your area (i.e. will you be constantly bottoming out on speed humps and potholes?). The answer to 2 is generally yes, although if your lowered set-up is too stiff, it could impact handling adversely.

BTW a compliant ride and good handling are not mutually exclusive. I have Ohlins coilovers and the ride is silky smooth, but the handling is still a vast improvement on OEM MSport.

mooj9 · 11-27-2012, 06:58 AM

Any suggestions as to which will give me the best handling and by how much will the car need be lowered (if at all)?

mooj9 · 11-27-2012, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Phil325i

The answer to 1 is personal choice and the quality of roads in your area (i.e. will you be constantly bottoming out on speed humps and potholes?). The answer to 2 is generally yes, although if your lowered set-up is too stiff, it could impact handling adversely.

BTW a compliant ride and good handling are not mutually exclusive. I have Ohlins coilovers and the ride is silky smooth, but the handling is still a vast improvement on OEM MSport.

Any photo's of your ride? I couldn't find any

Phil325i · 11-29-2012, 09:55 AM

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Any photo's of your ride? I couldn't find any

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conrad325i · 12-03-2012, 07:29 PM

It really just depends on what you want to spend. Just bc it's low doesn't mean it handles good. (many idiot driving rice just cut their springs)

You can go shocks/struts/springs
Or
Coilovers

Generally Coilovers are better bc they're all one piece and they're fully adjustable. They are generally more expensive as well.

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Phil325i Lieutenant Drives: E92 325i MSport Coupe Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK South East Posts: 518 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 325i Coupe [0.00]	The answer to 1 is personal choice and the quality of roads in your area (i.e. will you be constantly bottoming out on speed humps and potholes?). The answer to 2 is generally yes, although if your lowered set-up is too stiff, it could impact handling adversely. BTW a compliant ride and good handling are not mutually exclusive. I have Ohlins coilovers and the ride is silky smooth, but the handling is still a vast improvement on OEM MSport. __________________ E92 pre-LCI 325i - Ohlins R&T; H&R spacers; BMS clutch stop; BMS CDV; RE g/box mounts; K&N; Cyba scoops; BMW Perf Exhaust; M3 rear spoiler; LED Angels; BMW Perf black grille; SSDD carbon diffuser; Monster Wrap black roof

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mooj9 Private Drives: BMW e92 320d (184hp) Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: United Kingdom (currently Germany) Posts: 55 iTrader: (0)	Any suggestions as to which will give me the best handling and by how much will the car need be lowered (if at all)?