Pics with lowering springs fitted

Buxton2901 · Jan 22, 2020

Hi guys. I'm looking at getting some lowering springs for my bitdi Avant and just looking for some before and after pics if anyone had some please?

Also how much does changing springs effect the ride quality?

Thanks

Paul

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Cantata · Jan 22, 2020

I have a 2012 S-Line 3.0 tdi which was lowered as from new, in fact delivered that way I guess as it's in the code letters that describe the original car. I have no complaints about the ride at all, so I shouldn't think it makes a lot of difference, if any.

QUIGGS2001 · Jan 22, 2020

Cantata said:
I have a 2012 S-Line 3.0 tdi which was lowered as from new, in fact delivered that way I guess as it's in the code letters that describe the original car. I have no complaints about the ride at all, so I shouldn't think it makes a lot of difference, if any.

I also have a 3.0 TDI S-Line C7. Late 2011. How would I know if mine came with them as standard? Many thanks.

Buxton2901 · Jan 22, 2020

S line cars come as standard with sports suspension and are lower than se spec cars but I am looking for aftermarket sports lowering springs which lower the car a further 10-15mm on top of s line height.
Thanks

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Rhyso · Jan 22, 2020

My 3.0 Quattro on Eibachs and standard shocks. I replaced the shocks with new standard ones rather than go aftermarket and ruin the ride quality

Cantata · Jan 22, 2020

QUIGGS2001 said:
I also have a 3.0 TDI S-Line C7. Late 2011. How would I know if mine came with them as standard? Many thanks.

Can't help you with that, sorry, but I think if you asked your local dealer they can look it up and tell you.

QUIGGS2001 · Jan 23, 2020

Buxton2901 said:
S line cars come as standard with sports suspension and are lower than se spec cars but I am looking for aftermarket sports lowering springs which lower the car a further 10-15mm on top of s line height.
Thanks

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OK that's informative. Thanks. I'm possibly going for h+r springs - I want a little lower than S-Line standard height.

I wonder will the h+r springs feel OK on factory shocks?

Cantata · Jan 23, 2020

Buxton2901 said:
S line cars come as standard with sports suspension and are lower than se spec cars but I am looking for aftermarket sports lowering springs which lower the car a further 10-15mm on top of s line height.
Thanks

Just to clarify, my S-Line is lower than other S-Lines and I've been told it was a factory option that shows up in my car details.

Buxton2901 · Jan 23, 2020

QUIGGS2001 said:
OK that's informative. Thanks. I'm possibly going for h+r springs - I want a little lower than S-Line standard height.

I wonder will the h+r springs feel OK on factory shocks?

That's what I'm wondering too

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Buxton2901 · Jan 23, 2020

Cantata said:
Just to clarify, my S-Line is lower than other S-Lines and I've been told it was a factory option that shows up in my car details.

Well if that's the case I wasn't aware there was a factory option for lower than s line.
News to me

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Bulldog · Jan 23, 2020

There are 3 types SE spec then s-line which is 20mm lower & also an s-line sorts package that was 10mm lower.

Bulldog · Jan 23, 2020

@Buxton2901 I'd just go for coilovers but then I am biased

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Bishop187 · Jan 23, 2020

Bulldog said:
There are 3 types SE spec then s-line which is 20mm lower & also an s-line sorts package that was 10mm lower.

In the A7 brochure it says S line is lowered 10mm over standard and the black edition is lowered an extra 10mm on top of the s line suspension. Would have thought an A6 would be similar.

A7 3.0tdi 272 Black Edition Mythos Black Tech pack

QUIGGS2001 · Jan 23, 2020

Bishop187 said:
In the A7 brochure it says S line is lowered 10mm over standard and the black edition is lowered an extra 10mm on top of the s line suspension. Would have thought an A6 would be similar.

A7 3.0tdi 272 Black Edition Mythos Black Tech pack

Im going straight home tonight to check my brochure - and maybe follow up with a call to my Audi Dealer in the morning. Just to clarify.

Im very dubious about toying with my suspension - I'd like to go a few mm lower, but not at the cost of trading top of the range factory parts for aftermarket items with a fraction of the R&D.

DonkeyIce · Jan 23, 2020

My old bitdi was a black edition on s-Line sports suspension (zero cost option over s-Line suspension), it looked rather low but ride was fine on the 20’s, kids and wife never complained it was firm but not crashy. Handling with the sports diff was great

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QUIGGS2001 · Jan 24, 2020

Just downloaded the myAudi app.. Registered my chassis number..

Seems I have the S-Line sports suspension.

My car sits on 20" rims, and the ride is super comfortable in my opinion. I still want it a little lower though.

Am I mad putting in h&r sport springs??

Here is the ride height at present...

QUIGGS2001 · Jan 24, 2020

Also investing in some subtle spacers soon too

Buxton2901 · Jan 24, 2020

QUIGGS2001 said:
Just downloaded the myAudi app.. Registered my chassis number..

Seems I have the S-Line sports suspension.

My car sits on 20" rims, and the ride is super comfortable in my opinion. I still want it a little lower though.

Am I mad putting in h&r sport springs??

Here is the ride height at present...

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Those wheels

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Buxton2901 · Jan 24, 2020

Mine isn't high but just think I want less body roll aswell you know

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QUIGGS2001 · Jan 24, 2020

Are those 21" pal? That'd sit very well with a subtle drop

Buxton2901 · Jan 24, 2020

Nah mate 20's.

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88rsr · Jan 26, 2020

I fitted the H&R springs to my SE seem pretty comfortable to me and its on 20s

Next chance I get I wanna see about the rears if I can do anything with the rubber spring seats as its a bit higher on the rear when on level ground, but the spring seats also locate them in position so unsure what I can do about it yet. Its not the worst thing ever, just something I'd like to sort out of preference.

88rsr · Jan 26, 2020

also need to adjust the headlights but I cant get it in the garage at the minute where its flat

QUIGGS2001 · Jan 27, 2020

88rsr said:
I fitted the H&R springs to my SE seem pretty comfortable to me and its on 20s

Next chance I get I wanna see about the rears if I can do anything with the rubber spring seats as its a bit higher on the rear when on level ground, but the spring seats also locate them in position so unsure what I can do about it yet. Its not the worst thing ever, just something I'd like to sort out of preference.

Definitely an improvement there pal! I'm worried as mine has factory S-Line Sport Suspension, are the H & R springs going to bring her down much more...

Bulldog · Jan 27, 2020

@88rsr when I had my coilovers fitted my mechanic said he left the rear upper spring supporting disc in on mine but on the instructions it says to remove it so you might be able to remove yours. Should give between 10-15mm more drop.

Bulldog · Jan 27, 2020

@QUIGGS2001 The H&R springs will bring it down to the same height as @88rsr car as the measured drop is normally given for an SE spec car.

88rsr · Jan 28, 2020

@Bulldog cheers that could sort me right out, admittedly when fitting it was peeing down so I was using my work vans canopy for cover and I didn't really notice it when finished until I saw the car parked on flat ground. But yeah I know those rubber seats are thick so a straight removal would be nice, I just had it in my head they also located the spring somehow too like the hole diameter or something.
In the case of straight removal I might get something like some rubber tubing or just something thinner to protect the spring so its not in direct contact with metal for noise and/or corrosion reasons.
I also thought it would be worthwhile pointing out to someone interested in the same springs to look out for the same thing.

QUIGGS2001 · Jan 29, 2020

Bulldog said:
@QUIGGS2001 The H&R springs will bring it down to the same height as @88rsr car as the measured drop is normally given for an SE spec car.

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Hmm Hope this won't be a waste of my time & money then... The springs in my car are likely the same size as the H & Rs I'm going to put in?!

In saying that, a pal of mine put H & Rs into his S-Line Quattro A7 last wk and it did bring it down nicely.

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Charlie23 · Feb 17, 2020

Im looking for some springs also for my A6 to go with 21" wheels.

You bite the bullet yet and done the swap?

Buxton2901 · Feb 17, 2020

Charlie23 said:
Im looking for some springs also for my A6 to go with 21" wheels.

You bite the bullet yet and done the swap?

Not yet mate still looking for a reasonably price set of springs and convince the Mrs that we need new springs lol

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Bulldog · Feb 17, 2020

@Charlie23 what 21’s have you got ?

quattrov6tdi · May 28, 2021

Sorry for bumping an old thread, but how can I find out if the car is Sline, black edition or se exec? I would like to lower my about 20/30 mm and not sure what springs to get.
I think this maybe the right ones but not 100%

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Any help much appreciated. Cheers

beemerboy9 · May 28, 2021

quattrov6tdi said:
Sorry for bumping an old thread, but how can I find out if the car is Sline, black edition or se exec? I would like to lower my about 20/30 mm and not sure what springs to get.
I think this maybe the right ones but not 100%

H&R Spring Kit | Euro Car Parts

H&R Spring Kit at the lowest UK prices from Euro Car Parts UK’s No.1 for Car Accessories, Car Styling & Car Care. Buy today Online, In store or by Phone + Branches Nationwide – Next Day UK Free Delivery.

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Any help much appreciated. Cheers

The S-line and Black Edition should should an an S-line badge under the mirrors. Black Edition will have a flat-bottomed steering wheel, BOSE sound as standard, and black roof rails. Find the build sticker in the boot (sport suspension was a no-cost option on both S-line models).
1BA is SE Exec suspension.
1BE is S-line suspension - lower (-20mm)
1BV is S-line sports suspension - even lower (-30mm)

The part that you are referencing is definitely for a 35mm lowering on a 4WD rather than 2WD.

Nathan89 · Jun 29, 2021

Just reading this thread for research purposes as wanting to lower my 2011 C7 A6 avant I have the SE spec suspension on mine. Could I just get (new) S-line sports springs and it would be direct fit and be lower? Also are the shocks different in anyway?

beemerboy9 · Jun 30, 2021

I have never lowered any of my cars. However, different shocks are normally required to work with lowered suspension. Hopefully some experts will be along to offer advice.

Do you find the SE suspension too soft or is this an appearance-only modification?

I deliberately sought an SE spec car because I value the ride comfort. My driving style for corners is slow in, fast out (rather then fast in, fast out) and therefore it does not wallow too much.

Nathan89 · Jun 30, 2021

Reason for wanting to lower my vehicle is for both looks plus reducing body roll. I'm thinking of a complete set of springs and shocks or coilovers would be the best option now rather than just springs

L111 FAD · Jul 1, 2021

Basic rule of thumb is that standard dampers OK lowering 30mm but more than that requires matching dampers.

The_Golfather · Jul 2, 2021

I swapped out just the springs for Eibach which made a considerable difference to the looks but more importantly body roll and handling. Recommended.

Bishop187 · Jul 2, 2021

The_Golfather said:
I swapped out just the springs for Eibach which made a considerable difference to the looks but more importantly body roll and handling. Recommended.

What was your original springs?
How much the drop?

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The_Golfather · Jul 23, 2021

Bishop187 said:
What was your original springs?
How much the drop?

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From standard S-Line Black Edition to Eibach.
15-20mm extra drop.

Good enough for me as it feels tighter and more controlled with considerably less roll.

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