High Performance Centre
What it is
Suspension upgrades change how the car rides, handles and sits. Common modifications include coilovers, lowering springs, uprated anti-roll bars and polyurethane bushes, each changing the balance between comfort, grip and response.
Chassis work goes further, such as bracing and strengthening, and correcting or modifying mounting points. On a modified car, especially one with more power, the chassis has to keep up with the engine.
Setup is as important as the parts. Ride height, damping and alignment all affect each other, and a lowered car with the wrong geometry can handle worse than standard. For worn parts on an everyday car, see our suspension repairs.
When to book it
- You want your car lower, firmer or sharper to drive
- More power has made the chassis feel like the weak link
- You have bought coilovers or other parts and want them fitted and set up
- A previous modification has left the car riding or handling badly
- You are building a car and need chassis work as part of it
How we handle it
Request a quote with your reg, what you want the car to do, and any parts you have or are planning. Photos help. Abid looks at the car and your plans to work out the right approach.
You get a clear price before work starts. Once approved, the car is booked in, you are kept updated throughout, and walked through the setup when you collect.
What to expect
- Request a quote with your reg and your goals
- Advice on parts and setup for how you drive
- A clear price agreed upfront, then booked in
- Collect and get walked through the setup
Questions answered
Do I need wheel alignment after lowering my car?
Yes. Lowering changes the suspension geometry, so alignment needs checking and adjusting afterwards to avoid poor handling and rapid tyre wear.
Coilovers or lowering springs?
Lowering springs are a simpler change to ride height. Coilovers replace the spring and damper and usually allow height and often damping to be adjusted. The right choice depends on how you use the car.
Will lowered suspension make the ride harsh?
It can, depending on the parts and setup. Choosing parts to suit your roads and driving makes a big difference, which is worth talking through before you buy.
Do I need to tell my insurer about suspension modifications?
Yes. Suspension changes, including lowering, are modifications insurers expect to be told about.
