My info is documented in another thread....

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...-Sport-springs

...but I'm happy to contribute here. I was craving this kind of info back when I pulled the trigger, and now it's awesome how so many others have gone the lowering route.

I have a 2013 P+ 3.0T, with ADS. I'm running H&R Sport springs - p/n 29001-1. Advertised drop of 1.6" Front/1.5" rear, and the measurements are spot-on. My total spend was $1,100, which included installation and an alignment. I did not go with front adjustable upper control arms, and accordingly the camber is slightly out-of-spec. I had 1,300 miles on the odometer when the springs went on, and I'm currently at just over 17,000 miles. I've rotated the tires twice, and the treadwear appears to be perfectly even.

I would love to compare ride quality with those running the KW adjustable springs or various coilover sets (and the ADS cancellation trickery, not that such matters for ride quality, but to learn about whether the trick works).

The three big factors for me - ride quality, look, and performance.

Speaking of ride quality - well, it's covered in my thread, but there's no discounting the effects. I've gotten used to things, but if you cherish that OEM ride quality....watch out.

Look...pretty darn close. I'd love to go a bit lower, but I have no complaints, particularly for the dollar spent. A few times now I've heard fellow enthusiasts say, "It should've come from the factory like that," and I have to agree.

Performance. Noticeably crisper turn-in, and it seems to hang on a bit better as you increase throttle through the turn. That's about as scientific as I get these days. It brings a smile. That said, there is happily no impact on using the SUV as an SUV. I can load 250lbs of dog food & supplies, 200lbs of dogs, 150lbs of music gear, or in a pinch...five adults and their cargo, without issue. No sag, no bottoming, no complaints.

Wish list? I am still likely to purchase the Alu Kreuz and associated hardware kit, but I've pretty much ruled out anything else. In days past I would've been all over the upper control arms and more aggressive anti-sway bars and end links. Truth be told, I probably would've gone more aggressive with the drop, and bought wider wheels with a more stout offset spec. These days, though, I'm trying to be more sensible about things. I don't go to the track, I do my best to play well with others in the sandbox that is bay area traffic, and my mid-40's body actually craves a smooth ride now and then. However, I do cherish the driving experience, and I willingly admit that, to my eyes, the stock ride height cried out for cosmetic attention. Improving both gives you an idea of my goals, and honestly, both have been achieved. Good is good enough. I hope that helps anyone in the market....