Recently we found out that Skoda are now officially offering Eibach lowering springs for the vRS: skoda springs

So I was happy to call my dealer here (France) and ask about the cost of fitting them etc. while at the same time providing the above link. Sadly, the response I got, was that these springs are not homologated (is this a verb in english as well?) in France so they are considered an aftermarket, non-approved modification.... :wonder:

Which of course doesn't make any sense, as I believe the guarantee of the car is pan-european. So If I bought the car in the UK but then move to, say France, the car is still covered during the guarantee period by any French Skoda dealer isn't it? Now If I had installed Eibach springs while in the UK, and then have a front suspension problem while I am in France, would I not be covered there? Seems so, even though it's completely ridiculous...

I am really keen on lowering the car but I would like to be covered as well so I thought 20mm are ok (compared to 40) since I'd still be under guarantee. If this is not the case, I may as well go for the H&R's at the end. I mean what could go so wrong with suspension during these first 5 years anyway? Worst case something happens I will replace everything with coilovers and get done with... What would you do in my position?

Try to 'google' the part number and then you will find out why. Keyword at the results is manufacturer.

Try to 'google' the part number and then you will find out why. Keyword at the results is manufacturer.

You mean the fact that they're made by Eibach? Then why Skoda UK does not have a problem with it? As I said, If the guarantee is indeed pan-european this does not make any sense.

In any case, I don't care investigating why Skoda France think differently than in the UK as obviously I can't change their mind, but deciding how should I proceed with my car. Dealer told me that If I fit them, any problem that has to do with the front drive-train will not be guarantee-covered and this is what I am thinking about. What possible serious problem could arise in this car? If it had to do with say the DSG, the engine or the turbo then I would probably stay away as there have been a few reports on these, but suspension? Never heard of a vRS owner having a big problem resulting in warranty work so I don't know If I have something to fear there...

No I don't mean Eibach. As for the Pan-European Guarantee I think exactly the same as you. I also think that guarantee covers the car worldwide.

As for your drive-train. I do believe that there is nothing going to happen due to these springs fitting. It is a fine excuse in case that your drive-train becomes erratic.

Recently we found out that Skoda are now officially offering Eibach lowering springs for the vRS: skoda springs

So I was happy to call my dealer here (France) and ask about the cost of fitting them etc. while at the same time providing the above link. Sadly, the response I got, was that these springs are not homologated (is this a verb in english as well?) in France so they are considered an aftermarket, non-approved modification.... :wonder:

Which of course doesn't make any sense, as I believe the guarantee of the car is pan-european. So If I bought the car in the UK but then move to, say France, the car is still covered during the guarantee period by any French Skoda dealer isn't it? Now If I had installed Eibach springs while in the UK, and then have a front suspension problem while I am in France, would I not be covered there? Seems so, even though it's completely ridiculous...

I am really keen on lowering the car but I would like to be covered as well so I thought 20mm are ok (compared to 40) since I'd still be under guarantee. If this is not the case, I may as well go for the H&R's at the end. I mean what could go so wrong with suspension during these first 5 years anyway? Worst case something happens I will replace everything with coilovers and get done with... What would you do in my position?

In your position I would lower the car with whatever springs that you see fit.

I have lowered 3 of the last 4 cars that I've owned, have never had any issues with either warranty or performance.

If you are worried that your car will suffer in some way or another, be it warranty or performance choice or reliability, then you've answered your own question.

I have H&R 40mm drop. They are SUPERB and I will not be putting the standard ones back on, unless I have 4 wheel drive fitted

The eibach lowering kit has been designed and tested specifically for the VRS and have been approved by SUK as an accessory, but you may find in European countries any change in a vehicles appearance or performance is highly frowned upon especially in countries like Belgium so this may be the case as to why they have not agreed to keep your warranty in France, but i can assure you these springs will not cause you any problems and you should have full confidence in them as they have been tried and tested by SUK before being released as an accessory

I have H&R 40mm drop. They are SUPERB and I will not be putting the standard ones back on, unless I have 4 wheel drive fitted

Just one question, how come you thinking of uprating the dampers as well now? (read it somewhere else) Do you find the new springs are not working well with stock dampers? If you bought your car today and had to choose again, would you still go for just springs or you'd spend some more for springs+dumpers (or coilovers?)

And one more general one: What additional work needs to be carried out after springs replacement? Geometry control? I really have no reputable garages near me, so If it needs something like that I should start looking for specialists 2h away.

Just one question, how come you thinking of uprating the dampers as well now? (read it somewhere else) Do you find the new springs are not working well with stock dampers? If you bought your car today and had to choose again, would you still go for just springs or you'd spend some more for springs+dumpers (or coilovers?)

And one more general one: What additional work needs to be carried out after springs replacement? Geometry control? I really have no reputable garages near me, so If it needs something like that I should start looking for specialists 2h away.

I just had the springs done and they feel good with the standard dampers.

It is ESSENTIAL that your car is re-aligned for geometry after it is lowered. I too travelled a fair way to have the job done properley.

It's worth it though when you consider the cost of replacing your tyres but more importantly, safety first.

Unless you intend to use the car on a track, it would be a waste of money to fit coilovers.

I just had the springs done and they feel good with the standard dampers.

It is ESSENTIAL that your car is re-aligned for geometry after it is lowered. I too travelled a fair way to have the job done properley.

It's worth it though when you consider the cost of replacing your tyres but more importantly, safety first.

Unless you intend to use the car on a track, it would be a waste of money to fit coilovers.

True when a vehicle is lowered the camba on the wheels is effected depending on how much you have lowered it by the wheel will tend to toe out resulting on an uneven tyre wear which in affect will change how safe the vehicle is when stopping or dispersing water