As part of my contract hire deal with RRG Skoda, they offered me a lowering option. I delayed the fitting due to me needing my car to move 500kg of gravel  for a gardening project  . Eventually got round to taking the car to the garage on Thursday. 

 

Comfort- vastly more comfortable than standard springs- I was very surprised.

 

Ride height- stance is improved, this is the height that the VRS should have been as standard- not too chavvy .

 

I may well install rear spacers ( 20mm) and 10mm to the front ( in due course)

 

Pictured are 18 inch rims.

 

The salesman's demo car was a Mk3 Octavia VRS  with 19 inch extremes, and lowered 40mm.. Looked really well.

 

Before:

 

 

After:

 

 

 

 

H & R 40mm drop- KBA 91444 28833

 

Edited 19 June, 201510 yr by GunnerGibson

Looks smart - like the idea of lowering option on the lease. I think the standard suspension is really designed to be loaded up, our vrs certainly feels good with a boot full of gear and 4 people.

I know some say the ride is better after lowering but I don't agree when it comes to my vrs. It is definitely a harsher and bumpier ride. I currently have Eibach springs so not as lowered as H&R. Just good for anyone to know if thy are planning to lower. Good to hear that you are happy with your new springs GunnerGibson

Edited 19 June, 201510 yr by kristianRS

I have fitted Eibach -25mm springs, and I have to agree with GunnerGibson about the ride quality, it is so so much improved over the standard springs.

Looks smart - like the idea of lowering option on the lease. I think the standard suspension is really designed to be loaded up, our vrs certainly feels good with a boot full of gear and 4 people.

 

 

It is indeed. Even with over 150kg of gravel in the boot, It wasn't as low. 

I have fitted Eibach -25mm springs, and I have to agree with GunnerGibson about the ride quality, it is so so much improved over the standard springs.

I've also got Eibach Pro Kit 30/35 lowering springs on my Elegance with 18" wheels and it definitely improved the ride. I also fitted Bilstein B4 shocks.

Have to agree, mine rides so much better on the Eibachs than standard

Is this a modification that requires insurance company notification?

Is this a modification that requires insurance company notification?

Presumably it is as no longer factory spec but I too would like to know the answer if anyone has experience?

Its best to inform your insurers, even if they decide not to change anything on your policy.

Ah, some of my own handy work

 

I saw the user name for the phone that your bluetooth was trying to connect to and asumed this was your car Gibbo.

 

Here's a picture of the mk3 Octy you were on about thats been lowered with the 19"s

 

That's looks great, thinking of some for mine, any more pics of that black one?

I'm afraid it sold and went out at weekend.

I'll get some if it returns.

despite it only being a subtle drop it makes a huge difference.

Is this a modification that requires insurance company notification?

 

In a word. Yes.

 

You can always get in touch with them to find out how much it affects your premium before you do anything.

That looks pretty good!

does this void any warranty at all?

That looks pretty good!

does this void any warranty at all?

 

Yes - your warranty on suspension parts, i.e. your shock absorbers. However, I was told by a dealer that the warranty on these is only 6 months as they are classed as wear and tear items. That's my understanding anyway.

Yes - your warranty on suspension parts, i.e. your shock absorbers. However, I was told by a dealer that the warranty on these is only 6 months as they are classed as wear and tear items. That's my understanding anyway.

Aha! thank you, thats interesting.

I have my car booked in for a service next week, i might ask them about it

Ah, some of my own handy work

 

I saw the user name for the phone that your bluetooth was trying to connect to and asumed this was your car Gibbo.

 

Here's a picture of the mk3 Octy you were on about thats been lowered with the 19"s

 

 

When did you defect from Seat?

 

hope all is well :-D

sound as a pound me my friend.

I abandoned seat in march. The job had become unfulfilling and I fancied a new challenge.

 

Here is mine with Eibach Pro-Kit and 20/30mm spacers from H&R (Top pic) compared to stock. Does a lot to the look of the car IRL. 

 

BR

Jon

Looks great, any more side pics? Trying to work out which springs to go for H&R or Eibach and struggling to decide!

 

Here is mine with Eibach Pro-Kit and 20/30mm spacers from H&R (Top pic) compared to stock. Does a lot to the look of the car IRL. 

 

BR

Jon

Looks great! And yes more pics please! I have also lowered with eibach and are now thinking of adding spacers. Does the 20/30mm spacers align the front and back wheels? My options I've been thinking about are either 20/30 (like you) or 0/20 (so only 10mm on each side on rear wheels). 

 

Btw, did you purchase from ebay or how did you go about ordering?

Let see if this helps you...

 

 

Ebay all the way:)

Spacers definitely looks good and the wider track is noticeable. Are there any issues with the life of the wheel bearings when using spacers i.e. as the contact point is moved outboard there is greater moment on the inner race of the bearing?