Does the car need to be realigned after lowering?

Yes, after fitting lowering springs or a coilover the wheel geometry changes. At Wheels N Customs professional 3D alignment is standard included in our fitting rates.

How long does fitting a coilover or lowering set take?

For a careful installation including adjustment and alignment your car should be left for a full working day in our workshop in Nijkerk.

Suspension Springs and Coilover Kits

Q: What is the difference between lowering springs and a coilover?

Lowering springs replace only the original springs on the standard shock absorbers for a fixed lowering (e.g. 30mm). A coilover replaces both the spring and the shock absorber, allowing you to set the height to the millimetre (e.g. 35mm to 70mm) and, on more expensive variants, to adjust the damping as well.

Suspension, Lowering Springs & Coilovers Buying Guide

Do you want your car to steer more sharply, give it a sportier look or optimise comfort on the road? Discover our top brand sport suspensions: KW Suspension, Eibach, H&R, Bilstein, ST Suspensions and AP Sportfahrwerke. Includes honest guide prices and professional workshop installation in Nijkerk.

The Guide to the Perfect Lowering & Road Holding:
Choosing the right suspension depends on your specific wishes and budget. Looking for a subtle visual lowering while keeping comfort? Then lowering springs from Eibach or H&R are an excellent choice. Want to set ride height to the millimetre or adjust damping for sporty use? Then a coilover from KW, Bilstein, ST or AP offers the ultimate solution. Below you will find a clear overview of all premium brands and guide prices.

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1. Compare: Lowering Springs vs. Coilovers

Choose the type of suspension that best matches your driving style and expectations:

Feature	Lowering Springs	Coilovers (Coilovers)
Part Type	Springs only (on standard shock absorbers)	Complete set (combined damper & spring)
Height Adjustment	Fixed lowering (e.g. 25mm to 35mm)	Continuously adjustable (e.g. 30mm to 70mm)
Damping Adjustment	Fixed (follows the factory damper)	Adjustable for firmness/rebound (e.g. KW V3 / Bilstein B16)
Ride Comfort	Very comfortable (OEM-oriented)	Sporty to firm (depending on setup)
Guide Price (ex. fitting)	€ 149,- to € 399,-	€ 499,- to € 3.499,-

2. All Top Brands Suspension & Classification

KW Suspension

Premium Class | € 249,- to € 3.499,-

The absolute world top in coilover kits and lowering springs. Manufactured from high-quality stainless steel ('inox-line'). Known for the famous Variant 1, Variant 2 and Variant 3 (V3) coilovers with separate rebound and compression damping.

View KW Lowering Springs → View KW Coilovers →

Eibach

Comfort & Sport | € 169,- to € 1.499,-

Worldwide the no. 1 in lowering springs with the iconic Pro-Kit and Sportline series. Offers the perfect balance between sporty looks, precise handling and maximum ride comfort. Also available as the Pro-Street-S coilover kit.

View Eibach Lowering Springs → View Eibach Coilovers →

H&R Spezialfedern

German Motorsport Quality | € 179,- to € 1.599,-

German quality with a sporty setup. H&R lowering springs provide a slightly firmer and more extreme drop compared to standard springs. The H&R Monotube coilovers offer lightning-fast response on the track.

View H&R Lowering Springs → View H&R Coilovers →

Bilstein

High-Performance OE-Plus | € 299,- to € 2.899,-

Known for the legendary gas-pressure shock absorbers (B4, B6, B8) and the high-performance B14 and B16 coilovers. Developed at the Nürburgring for the most demanding driver who requires optimal steering precision.

View Bilstein Dampers & Coilovers →

ST Suspensions (by KW)

Made by KW | € 149,- to € 1.299,-

Developed and produced by KW Automotive in Germany. ST Suspensions combines KW's top technology with galvanized housings. This provides the perfect price-quality ratio for sporty drivers.

View ST Suspensions Range →

AP Sportfahrwerke

Best Price-Quality | € 139,- to € 799,-

The most popular entry-level brand for sporty tailored lowering. AP offers affordable lowering springs and coilovers of German make. Ideal for those seeking maximum drop at a very favourable price.

View AP Lowering Springs → View AP Coilovers →

3. Professional Fitting & 3D Wheel Alignment in Nijkerk

In our workshop at Riddererf 7 C / D+E in Nijkerk we carry out the complete and scratch-free fitting of your suspension according to the strictest TÜV NORD-guidelines.

Fitting Service & Included Services	Required Time	Total Price Indication (incl. VAT)
Fitting Lowering Springs + 3D Wheel Alignment	1 Full Working Day	€ 356,- to € 448,-
Fitting Coilover Kit + 3D Wheel Alignment & Height Adjustment	1 Full Working Day	€ 356,- to € 448,-
Fitting Sport Dampers / Complete Set + 3D Wheel Alignment	1 Full Working Day	€ 356,- to € 448,-

Important Information about Workshop Appointments:

Including 3D Wheel Alignment: The above indicative rates are including the professional 3D alignment of your vehicle after lowering for perfect steering behaviour.
Scheduling & Drop-off: For careful fitting and final checks your car must be dropped off for 1 working day in our workshop.
Post-calculated Hours & Deviations: The actual fitting hours are calculated afterwards based on the condition of the vehicle. Extra work or surcharges may occur due to:
- Seized or corroded parts: Rusted bolts, oxidised bushes or seized wishbone connections.
- Rear torsion axle: Vehicles with a torsion axle (commonly French models) where the rear must be manually adjusted on the splines.
- Air suspension & Electronic dampers: Cars with factory air suspension, electronic DDC\/DCC\/PASM damping or automatic level control that need programming or deactivation.
Communication: Custom quotes and scheduling are handled exclusively by e-mail via info@wheelsandcustoms.nl.

4. Frequently Asked Questions about Suspension & Lowering

What is the difference between lowering springs and a coilover kit?

Lowering springs replace only the original coil springs on your factory shock absorbers. This provides a fixed drop (usually between 20mm and 35mm) at an attractive price. A coilover kit replaces the complete shock and spring assembly. This lets you adjust the ride height steplessly (often from 35mm to 70mm) and on advanced models also adjust the damping stiffness.

Does my car need an alignment after lowering?

Yes, absolutely! Once a car's ride height changes, the wheel geometry (track and camber) changes. At Wheels 'N Customs, professional 3D alignment is included directly with our fitting rate of € 356,- to € 448,- incl. VAT.

Do all these brands have a TÜV certificate?

Yes, all top brands we carry (KW, Eibach, H&R, Bilstein, ST and AP) are supplied with an official TÜV part certificate. This guarantees the product meets the strictest European safety standards and will be accepted without issue for the Dutch APK or Belgian vehicle inspection.

Why does the car need to be left for 1 working day?

To fit your suspension with the utmost care, set it to the correct height, perform a test drive and then place it immediately on the 3D alignment bench, we always reserve one full working day for your vehicle in our workshop in Nijkerk.

100% TÜV Certified Stress-free for the APK & inspection

Including 3D Alignment Fully taken care of in our workshop

Own Workshop Professional fitting in Nijkerk

Free Shipping On orders from € 250,- incl. VAT

Ready to take your suspension to the next level?

Request a quote now for fitting including the desired lowering kit, or contact our experts in Nijkerk.

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