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  1. 01-10-2016 06:21 PM #1
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    b8 a4 sports suspension

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    Just a question for you guys who have experienced the sports suspension. Not the one on the s4 but the option for the 4 cylinder a4. Is it much stiffer than the reg suspension? Is it worth it. I have driven the reg suspension for a week while my b7 was in the shop and seems a lot softer than my b7. any thoughts?
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  2. 01-10-2016 06:29 PM #2
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    It sucks better go with bilstein b15 pro kit. You wont regret.
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    I have the sports suspension and think it's pretty good. Wasn't at all uncomfortably stiff until I added stiffer sways, end links and other goodies.


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  4. 01-11-2016 07:35 AM #4
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    I've owned a B8 with normal suspension, which I then dropped on Eibach springs, and a B8.5 with sports suspension which I've left alone. The sports suspension is a bit stiffer than the standard, and noticeably lower. The S4 sway bars which are a part of the sports suspension also make a big difference when cornering. After owning one I'd include the sports package on the "must have" list if I ever buy another B8.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Project Quattro View Post
    I've owned a B8 with normal suspension, which I then dropped on Eibach springs, and a B8.5 with sports suspension which I've left alone. The sports suspension is a bit stiffer than the standard, and noticeably lower. The S4 sway bars which are a part of the sports suspension also make a big difference when cornering. After owning one I'd include the sports package on the "must have" list if I ever buy another B8.
    I agree. 750$(?) is a steal for what you get.
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  6. 01-11-2016 09:30 AM #6
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    [QUOTE=Smellie;11318319]I agree. 750$(?) is a steal for what you get.[/QUOTE

    Completely agree with both PQ and Smellie ... plus you get the sport seats. Best value upgrade for the B8 or 8.5, and IMO an absolute must.
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  7. 01-11-2016 09:39 AM #7
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    The sport package is undeniably worth it since you get the lower suspension, sport seats, and a 3 spoke wheel.

    However the actual sport suspension itself isn't that great. It doesn't perform that much better than non-sport. Its ride height is still higher than most other cars with sport suspensions. Its still very soft for a 'performance oriented' suspension and not harsh at all (which was the OPs question). The upgraded sway bars are what provide most of the handling benefits.
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