Types of Lowering Kits
Before you rush and grab a set of springs, it's important to understand the various types of lowering kits. Some muscle cars come with OEM lowering kits and sit lower than their counterparts, like some Shelby Mustangs and the Dodge Challenger Demon that comes with a tuned racing suspension. Typically, most muscle car lowering kits use lowering springs, and brands like SR Performance offer premium springs that feature a variable rate design that gives you a smoother ride. Most high-performance lowering kits will drop your vehicle around two inches to give it that aggressive muscle car stance.Another lowering kit option is an air suspension system, also known as bags. If you've ever seen a car that looks like it's sitting on the ground, there's a chance it's on an airbag suspension system. These lowering kits are perfect for helping you change your ride height on the go, which is great for sitting pretty at Cars & Coffee. Air suspensions are also handy because you can raise them up when it's time to hit the road at the press of a button.
Benefits of Lowering Kits
Muscle car lowering kits will make your ride look amazing, but you probably already knew that. Thankfully, aftermarket lowering kits can improve your muscle car’s performance by reducing drag, lowering the vehicle’s center of gravity, and reducing body roll. What's more, installing lowering springs can improve your tire’s contact with the road and improve your suspension. For these reasons, if you opt for a specific racing lowering kit you'll have no problem cornering at the track and showing those Euro cars who's boss.Another benefit of installing a high-performance lowering kit is that it can improve your vehicle’s steering. With the right alignment lowering kits will have everything feeling tighter, which translates to more confidence behind the steering wheel, so you can really put that pedal to the medal. While we know a lot of muscle car people are more focused on smiles per gallon instead of miles per gallon, aftermarket lowering kits can improve your fuel economy by making your ride more aerodynamic.
Whether you need a racing lowering kit to perfectly nail every corner at your local track, or you just want a simple aftermarket lowering kit to turn heads at your local meet, you’re right where you need to be. Order online and speak with our sales techs to find the perfect muscle car lowering kit for your build.