Which Shocks/Struts/Springs to get??

[RDM3]

I want to get new shocks, struts and springs, I want to lower the car a little, maybe a couple inches in the front and rear, nothing crazy, I don't want a low rider, I just want to get rid of some of that wheel gap. I am looking into getting 16" wheels sometime soon, so that will help. I am not looking to spend alot of cash, I just want a nice ride and a little lower.

Any opinions on these:

KYB Gas-A-Just Shock they are $38/each

http://www.tirerack.com/suspension/suspension.jsp?&make=KYB&model=Gas-A-Just+Shock&group=Gas-A-Just+Shock&autoMake=Mercedes-Benz&autoModel=190E&autoYear=1985&autoModClar=&par tNum=KG4548&perfCode=P

KYB Struts first one $96.41

http://www2.alloemcarparts.com/parts/parts1/alloemcarparts/quote.jsp?year=1985&product=L3000-27116&application=000217339&part=Strut%20Assembly& category=L


H&R Springs $229.00

http://www.tirerack.com/suspension/suspension.jsp?&make=H%26R&model=Sport+Spring+Set& group=Sport+Spring+Set&autoMake=Mercedes-Benz&autoModel=190E&autoYear=1985&autoModClar=&par tNum=29644&perfCode=S

Eibach Springs $233 on ebay

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/EIBACH-SPRINGS-84-89-MERCEDES-190D-2-5L-84-93-190E-4CYL_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33582QQitemZ803572 2596QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

[hyprr1]

I've got KYB shocks,struts & Eibach coils.This is the best mod that I've ever done to my 190E(Greece).
Go to my profile to see the stance.(black 1993 190E 2.3L)

[RDM3]

It looks good, what size tires are they?

I would get the KYB's and the H&R's, the H&R's are cheaper.

[RDM3]

I found them cheaper at www.ajusa.com for $502.85 shipped, betwen tire rack and alloemparts.com it would have been around $520.00.

[hyprr1]

Wheels are 16" 235/55/16's Michelin Pilots!
The handling and ride is amazing. It's a joy to drive this car. When I purchased it in 1998, I promised myself that whatever mod I do to this 190, I'll do it right & spare no expense. Or don't do it at all.....
Suspension/wheels/exhaust/brakes(approx.$3000).

[RDM3]

Yeah I know what you mean, I did the same with my BMW, but the 190e I want to keep a little less expense wise, my list includes a new paint job, wheels, which there is a set on ebay I like for $395 and window tint $240.

I do want to lower the car, I may just do the springs, but I want to take it to the local euro shop I use and see if they can tell me the condition of the shocks/struts on it now and get their advice.


The brakes/rotors are fine on my car, I have a set once they do wear out.

[LeftCoastBias]

where can you purchase lowering springs for a 190e?

tire rack doesnt' have anything listed.


my springs are currently cut stock (previous owner) and they're a little too low for practical daily driving. car looks great, but doesn't handle so hot.


i'm also looking for what types/brands i should go for.