actually it is probably bumper height laws.

also if the shocks are worn, the gas escapes and the car rides a bit lower too. it is debated how much but it is visibly noticable.

on my 74 bmw bavaria, there was a 1" spacer on the front suspension that raised it up. i took it out and the car looked cool and seemed a bit more responsive but i hit curb stops in parking lots so i put them back in.

tom w

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