1983 W126 280SEL (M110 Engine), riding on 15-inch MB wheels and 205/60/R15 tires.

Swapped my stock springs n shocks to new Vogtland (Germany) "Red Violet" Lowering Springs & KONI Red shocks yesterday, and the car now handles like a gem. Body-roll is gone (so far I've tried cornering at 80kph without any hint of roll), pick-up has improved dramatically due to the lowered front end, and braking is sharper n decisive than before. Ride is firm but not harsh. No fender rubbing. Car feels like it wants to be pushed into corners, really a GREAT difference, and I'm soooo happy!

Here's the details:
Stand-alone height difference between Stock & Vogtland spring: 9cm (front)
Stand-alone height difference between Stock & Vogtland spring: 4cm (rear)
Fender Gap before installation: 8cm (front); -ve 2cm (rear) due to worn shocks
Fender Gap after installation: 0.5cm (front); 3cm (rear)
Spring pads before installation: 3 bip (front); 3 bip (rear)
Spring pads after installation: 2 bip (front); 3 bip (rear)
KONI shocks set at softest setting.

Handling is simply wonderful, my only question is: is my front too low? I could replace the 2 bip spring pad with a 4 bip pad, and that will give me a front fender gap of 2.5 cm. Any comments?

Mervyn
Singapore
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Vogtland (Germany) "Red Violet" Lowering Springs KONI Red shocks