W202 coilovers - do they exist??

[david_h7]

Just purchased a C280 W202, I've always had coilover suspension for all my other cars, wondering if anyone does any for this car, so far I've checked the following brands.

KW
H&R
Eibach
Koni
FK
Weitec

Found lowering kits from Koni & FK, but the drop isn't sufficient.

I would like a minimum drop of 80mm (don't ask).

any help much appreciated, thanks in advance.

 

[Alps]

I know H&R do a set, not sure on the drop tho, have a check on their web site, let us know how you get on!

 

[Spinal]

I was looking for some a while ago, and the lowest I was able to find was roughly 42/45mm. If you are interested I can hunt down the company names (though H&R does sound familiar...)
That said, you might have more luck (if its 80mm you want) with hydraulics or air-bags. They will cost you alot more, but then, they will do a much nicer job...
Michele

 

[david_h7]

I was looking for some a while ago, and the lowest I was able to find was roughly 42/45mm. If you are interested I can hunt down the company names (though H&R does sound familiar...)
That said, you might have more luck (if its 80mm you want) with hydraulics or air-bags. They will cost you alot more, but then, they will do a much nicer job...
Michele

I know people who run hydraulics, ride is terrible, and if one of the bags fails or a air-line blows you're screwed as the car drops to the floor. Also you're looking at over 1200 quid for a decent setup.

Looks like I'll have to do my own adjustments to the coils, may get a custom set made.

Bit annoying if you can't buy them. Kw in Germany produce them for the W203, but they aren't cheap at 750+.

will let you know if I find out any more info.

 

[Spinal]

Yes, please do! Not only info on the suspension; but also some pics of your ride! I'm sure Thmsshaun, Iyse and me would all love to see them!

 

[david_h7]

After researching and phoning lots of my German contacts in the tuning industry, there are NO coilovers available for W202.

Kw do them for W203.

I'm going for FK high tec dampers & springs, 40mm drop and uprated dampers. I've used FK coilovers on all my other cars for years, the ride is second to none.

280quid delivered, 1month to get them in stock though.
Gwent VW

 

[Alps]

Im pretty sure I have seen them on German Enb ay, but ive checked on the H&R site and the only kit availible is the cup kit and the springs

Sport Spring W202 after 1996-01-01 8 1.4 1.3 29749-2 $ 369.00 Kit
Cup Kit W202 w/o self leveling, after 1996-01-01 8 12 2.0 1.7 31007-2 $ 949.00 Kit