jimmynancy4o8

WTB: new or used springs or coilslovers for my 2003 w211 e320 . or looking for any shop or anybody in san jose ca that can cuts mine springs. and yes I know and heard about it. lmk A-sAP! TRYING TO DO this soon thanks!

Izrud

Brand new H&R or Eibach lowering springs will cost you around $230 + separate installation costs. Maybe you save $100 in parts with used springs, but if you are looking to do it soon brand new is your best bet.

Additionally you will find no love for people who want to treat their Mercedes as a 1989 Honda Civic. As has been explained to you before, cutting your OEM springs is stupid on many levels. It will most likely cost you about as much as buying brand new aftermarket springs with the added benefit of completely f'ing up your suspension.

Finally I used to be way into modding VW's. I have lowered and modded 3 of my previous Golf/GTI's. I have several times now in my life spent money on cheap suspension options. I have ALWAYS regretted it. The cool look works only when your car is parked. Want to drive it? Well it sucks driving now. Want to bring friends in your car? No you dont, because it's f'in embarrassing how badly it rides. Want to take a girl on a date? She will only be impressed until she rides in the car.

Either spend good money or leave it alone.

EuroDriverSD

I have to agree with the above. Also, I'd be very leery of going with aftermarket coilovers. These cars are very heavy and it's doubtful any of the available coilovers are designed to withstand the extra weight. Suspension mods should not be taken lightly - it's your life and the life of your passengers at stake

rodneypierce

There are PLENTY of reputable coil over manufacturers out there that make specific sets for our cars.. The spring rate is fully capable of supporting the "weight" of these cars.

EuroDriverSD

it's not about the spring rate - it's about the quality of the metals & welding strength. I've read plenty of horror stories about them breaking, though mostly IN BMW forums

Blitz2639

I've been running BC coilovers for a year now and have had 0 issues and everyone thats driven in my car is blown away with how well it rides. Just research before buying.

EuroDriverSD

I installed BC coilovers on a Nissan Maxima I used to have. I was also very impressed with the engineering and ride quality. Definitely top-notch compared with other brands.


My comment regarding using them on the W211 is because our vehicles are much heavier. In fact, there is a known issue on W211's for those of us with 18" wheels where the sidewalls develop bubbles and the wheels crack due to the weight of the car. For that reason, I would not install coilovers on mine. You should check them regularly although I imagine it's nearly impossible to visually inspect for stress fractures.


I'm glad the BCs have worked well for you and each is free to do as they wish - they do look great but I would hate to read about a tragedy from a W211 owner due to a coilover failure.