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Old 08-30-16, 01:18 PM
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Anyone who has tried both (or either one is fine), which has better feel on road/track? Is it worth spending the extra money on coilovers?
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Coilovers, hands-down. IS-F OEM suspension is sprung for the extra weight of the model; not suited perfectly for the 250/350.
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Alright good to know. Thanks!
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Originally Posted by Gville350
Coilovers, hands-down. IS-F OEM suspension is sprung for the extra weight of the model; not suited perfectly for the 250/350.
Couldnt have said it better or agreed more.

Plenty of great choices for coil overs, BC, HKS, Tanabe, Megan, KWs Tein, etc. Good luck!

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I decided on the f-sport springs and could not be happier. They were easy(ish) to install and did not drop it too low. I have a is350awd, so my choices were rather limited though.
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Originally Posted by tnoice
I decided on the f-sport springs and could not be happier. They were easy(ish) to install and did not drop it too low. I have a is350awd, so my choices were rather limited though.
Do you have pics and is the drop even all around? Ive heard the drop is uneven with springs on an AWD
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Originally Posted by Rezno
Anyone who has tried both (or either one is fine), which has better feel on road/track? Is it worth spending the extra money on coilovers?
Im pretty sure youre going to get a better ride ( a lot closer to stock feel) if you go with the fsport srings and shocks. They are specifically designed for the vehicle. I hate it when people say coils are close to stock ride. Maybe if your are driving on smooth flat roads all day. Other then that they are absolutely not. Im 37 and riding on BC coils and I feel like im getting to old for this. I want a car with a better ride comfort.
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Originally Posted by Rezno
Anyone who has tried both (or either one is fine), which has better feel on road/track? Is it worth spending the extra money on coilovers?
I have a set of BC coilovers that are just sitting around if you want them. Just bought an IS250 for my wife and put the OEM struts and wheels back on. The coilovers have less than 5K on them.
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Originally Posted by flashnacka
I have a set of BC coilovers that are just sitting around if you want them. Just bought an IS250 for my wife and put the OEM struts and wheels back on. The coilovers have less than 5K on them.
Definitely interested! How much are you willing to sell them for?
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Definitely interested! How much are you willing to sell them for?
I will sell them for $850 (shipping included in US) Txt me at 520-730-4346 for faster response.
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Originally Posted by flektone
Im pretty sure youre going to get a better ride ( a lot closer to stock feel) if you go with the fsport srings and shocks. They are specifically designed for the vehicle. I hate it when people say coils are close to stock ride. Maybe if your are driving on smooth flat roads all day. Other then that they are absolutely not. Im 37 and riding on BC coils and I feel like im getting to old for this. I want a car with a better ride comfort.
Thanks for your input. My is350 springs are shot, probably cuz the previous owner did a poor job on its installation. I wanted to get replacements that doesn't break my spine. I sold my old WRX because I want something more appropriate and comfortable a 40 year old. Brand new OEM suspension is way more than I care to pay for and I want a luxurious ride. my track racing days are way behind me, but it'll be nice to have something that can take those bends with confidence. I guess I'll be looking out for used fsport suspensions .
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