Lower or new rims

[TMurt]

07 A4 3.2

I've been thinking about doing 1 of 2 things. The first would be to get a new set of coilovers/springs to lower the ride and close that wheel gap. The second option would be to get a new set of rims and tires. I've looked into some oem S5 rims and like them. Post any advice and thoughts about which one would be a better investment and if there are other rims you suggest.

[Edit] Since everyone has said lower (thanks for the input). Does anyone have any suggestions for which coilovers to look at. Something that won't have a big effect on comfort.

Here are some photos of the car as it is

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[seanj130]

Lower.

Best regards,
Sean.

[B7Daily]

... humm

[seanj130]

07 A4 3.2

I've been thinking about doing 1 of 2 things. The first would be to get a new set of coilovers/springs to lower the ride and close that wheel gap. The second option would be to get a new set of rims and tires. I've looked into some oem S5 rims and like them. Post any advice and thoughts about which one would be a better investment and if there are other rims you suggest.

I would post pictures but I don't have permission yet

so here's the basic car, same color, same rims, etc.

http://media.photobucket.com/image/a4%203.2%20b7/ItalianJeeper77/Side.jpg
http://media.photobucket.com/image/a4%203.2%20b7/ItalianJeeper77/Side.jpg

And you can post pictures. Just right click, copy and click "copy image URL" from the picture, not just the url from the top of the page.

[B7Daily]

Straight pipe | HnR Race | 5 % all the way around | 35% Windshield, yes fully tinted.???



wow?

[vbrad26]

definitely lower first

[Staz]

lower it

[seanj130]

Straight pipe | HnR Race | 5 % all the way around | 35% Windshield, yes fully tinted.???



wow?

Which part are you talking about? I just like to sum it up so I do not have a sig a mile long.

Best,
Sean.

[TMurt]

Thanks for the input guys

[euroazfck]

Lower first then wheels

[dumpedb5]

Coilovers now!

[Zac]

lower that bitch

[jmaneyapanda]

You guys are lucky to be able to lower your cars at the drop of a hat! I happen to live in an area of Georgia that still has plenty of unpaved roads. I regularly travel on gravel or dirt roads that are maintained rarely (if ever). So, for me, my quattro serves a different purpose that plowing through snow. In my land of pickups and jeeps, I stand out in my sedan. But, alas, I cannot lower without bottoming out everywhere.

[Korrect414]

You guys are lucky to be able to lower your cars at the drop of a hat! I happen to live in an area of Georgia that still has plenty of unpaved roads. I regularly travel on gravel or dirt roads that are maintained rarely (if ever). So, for me, my quattro serves a different purpose that plowing through snow. In my land of pickups and jeeps, I stand out in my sedan. But, alas, I cannot lower without bottoming out everywhere.

Dang man, it sounds like you need to lift your car. Although not the best roads, I won't take our paved roads for granted.

[jmaneyapanda]

Dang man, it sounds like you need to lift your car. Although not the best roads, I won't take our paved roads for granted.

Seriously. I have to pick my lines very carefully on many roads. But, that being said, I feel like a sort of superhero, and I rocket around town like a maniac, willfully thrusting past all the crappy redneck vehicles, and excessively luxury vehicles which are absolutely not made for anything but ideal asphalt.

Anyways, in my case, as lowering wasnt a feasible option, I went for rims.

[dumpedb5]

You guys are lucky to be able to lower your cars at the drop of a hat! I happen to live in an area of Georgia that still has plenty of unpaved roads. I regularly travel on gravel or dirt roads that are maintained rarely (if ever). So, for me, my quattro serves a different purpose that plowing through snow. In my land of pickups and jeeps, I stand out in my sedan. But, alas, I cannot lower without bottoming out everywhere.

BAGS!

[jmaneyapanda]

BAGS!

I assume you're buying, right? [>_<]

[naiku]

Having put on larger wheels (went from stock 17's to Avus 18's) without lowering it, I say lower it first. I hate my wheel gap, and cannot wait to be able to afford to lower it. The reason I went with wheels first? I needed new tires and found someone selling wheels with brand new tires for less than I would have paid for tires alone.

[mr shickadance]

You guys are lucky to be able to lower your cars at the drop of a hat! I happen to live in an area of Georgia that still has plenty of unpaved roads. I regularly travel on gravel or dirt roads that are maintained rarely (if ever). So, for me, my quattro serves a different purpose that plowing through snow. In my land of pickups and jeeps, I stand out in my sedan. But, alas, I cannot lower without bottoming out everywhere.

low and slow is more then just advice

[beantown]

Dang man, it sounds like you need to lift your car. Although not the best roads, I won't take our paved roads for granted.

Feelin' the same about our terrible roads out in Boston...adding to the fact that we just had another foot of snow dumped on us last night.

The DTM spoiler has been acting like a mini snow-plow. [mad]

[jmaneyapanda]

low and slow is more then just advice

Really? I couldn't disagree more. That is the definition of "poseur" to me.

[vdubjetta02]

always lower before wheels

[TH85]

like everyone else, lower it and then get wheels later.
you will be happy that way.

[Übermensch]

Lower it

[bmc333]

Lower it now - wheels look like shit w/ a gap anyway

[TMurt]

Thanks guys, it seems pretty unanimous. Any suggestions on a good set of coilovers? something that won't sacrifice a lot of comfort

[Matt@EuropaParts]

What's your price range? The Stasis Streetsports are a good bang for the buck...improved ride comfort without being harsh (think "stock" but better), and they're at the lower end of the price range for coils (http://www.europaparts.com/stasis-street-sport-coilover-kit-a4-b6-b7-quattro.html). Also, KW V1's (I don't particularly like them), Vogtlands (which I have because I wanted to be different)

[TMurt]

What's your price range? The Stasis Streetsports are a good bang for the buck...improved ride comfort without being harsh (think "stock" but better), and they're at the lower end of the price range for coils (http://www.europaparts.com/stasis-street-sport-coilover-kit-a4-b6-b7-quattro.html). Also, KW V1's (I don't particularly like them), Vogtlands (which I have because I wanted to be different)

I think $1500 would be my max. Those Stasis Streetsports look legit, I'll look into them. Thanks

[Silververtu]

Lower

[B7Daily]

Which part are you talking about? I just like to sum it up so I do not have a sig a mile long.

Best,
Sean.


what are the cool things you have done ?

[dumpedb5]

I assume you're buying, right? [>_<]

For myself yes[:D]

[a3s-line]

I like the these OEM wheels .Lower the car and then the wheels will look bigger!

[crazytex21]

^ i agree. i think a lower stance will really make these wheels look nice.

[projectb7]

ST Coils.. They are a less expensive KW V1. Ride quality is really smooth. And like everyone else.. PANCAKE THAT BITCH!

[Korrect414]

What's your price range? The Stasis Streetsports are a good bang for the buck...improved ride comfort without being harsh (think "stock" but better), and they're at the lower end of the price range for coils (http://www.europaparts.com/stasis-street-sport-coilover-kit-a4-b6-b7-quattro.html). Also, KW V1's (I don't particularly like them), Vogtlands (which I have because I wanted to be different)

What don't you like about the V1's ? I'm just curious.

[Duckeeb7]

I second that! Drop that B***** to the floor.

[DocJ]

low and slow is more then just advice

its a lifestyle.

[dumpedb5]

its a lifestyle.

X2

[4RingRook]

Lower BEFORE wheels, then spacers till new wheels...

[caligts]

I boughts 2 sets of wheels for my ride and it still sits at stock height....One day I'll be putting on the sport suspension springs I have. I'm just in no rush....