BC Racing Coilovers On E85?

[harryrizz95]

Hi all! Newbie to the forum here. I need to replace the stock struts and shocks on my 2003 E85 3.0i (108k miles) and wondered if anybody's had real-world experience with BC Racing BR Coilovers, and how they've faired? Open to any thoughts/suggestions people have.

The other option I'm considering is a complete overhaul of the strut assemblies and shocks (new springs, bump stocks, strut/shock mounts, etc) using Bilstein B4's, which I know would be closer to factory. Anybody have experience with either of these setups?

Thanks a lot!

 

[Dubbedown]

Unless you really want the lowered look, I would take new OE/OEM over BC Racing any day of the week.

 

[Z4Mariner]

I did almost exactly your second choice - B4's with new springs, mounts, bump stops, rubber spring isolators. I replaced my springs with Lesjofors parts - they match my Sport OE springs exactly in height, but the rears have an extra coil and pigtails are not tapered. My ride height didn't change, the car handles better, and the ride is more supple / compliant.

I have no experience with the BC Racing coilovers, but I'm sure you get input.

 

[Darkangelv2]

I've been running them a few years now (though don't do many miles).

If you're running them every day in all weather, be prepared to tear them down, clean, lubricate & reinstall at least once a year.

I've done this 3 times and probably only covered 2,000 miles.

From an adjustability & drive perspective I think they're great. They're simple to install and use. The ride is firm at any height but the grip is excellent

 

[Motionblurrr]

Save your money and get KW coilovers.