AST Lowering Springs

2011–2016 BMW M5 4-Door Sedan 4.4L V8

Part #: ASTLS-19-018

Overview

The AST Lowering Springs for the 2011-2016 BMW M5 are designed to enhance your vehicle's stance and handling characteristics. Crafted specifically for the BMW M5, these springs provide a sportier look by lowering the vehicle's center of gravity, which can improve cornering stability and overall driving dynamics. Whether you're a performance enthusiast seeking a more aggressive appearance or looking to improve your M5's handling on spirited drives, these springs are an excellent upgrade.

Manufactured with precision and high-quality materials, these lowering springs are a direct replacement for your factory springs, ensuring a seamless installation process. They are engineered to work flawlessly with your stock dampers, maintaining ride comfort while delivering improved performance. The result is a balanced combination of lowered stance, enhanced handling, and retained ride quality, making them suitable for daily driving, spirited street use, and occasional track days.

Key Features

AST Lowering Springs are built with performance and durability in mind, utilizing top-grade materials and advanced manufacturing techniques. Here are some of the key features that set these springs apart:

• Developed and tested to work flawlessly with OEM dampers, ensuring compatibility and reliable performance.
• Precisely engineered to lower the vehicle's ride height by approximately 20mm to 60mm, providing a more aggressive stance without sacrificing comfort.
• Manufactured using high-quality steel and produced on Wafios coiling machines, ensuring consistent spring rates and durability.
• Designed specifically for the BMW M5 (F10 chassis), maintaining proper suspension geometry and handling characteristics.
• Improves vehicle stability during cornering and reduces body roll, enhancing overall driving confidence.
• Made to withstand the rigors of daily driving and spirited performance use, with corrosion-resistant coatings for longevity.

Construction & Design

The AST Lowering Springs are constructed from premium steel, carefully coiled and heat-treated to ensure strength and resilience. The springs feature a progressive spring rate, which provides a comfortable ride over rough roads while offering increased stiffness during aggressive maneuvers. Their design maintains the factory suspension geometry, preventing adverse effects on alignment or ride quality.

Manufactured on state-of-the-art Wafios coiling machines, these springs benefit from precise manufacturing tolerances, ensuring consistent performance and fitment. The lowered ride height not only enhances aesthetics but also optimizes weight transfer and handling dynamics, giving your BMW M5 a more planted and aggressive stance.

Installation & Fitment

The AST Lowering Springs are designed as a direct bolt-on upgrade for the 2011-2016 BMW M5. Installation typically requires basic tools and can be completed with standard suspension spring compressors. No cutting, drilling, or complex modifications are necessary. For optimal results, a wheel alignment is recommended after installation to ensure proper handling and tire wear.

• Seamless replacement for OEM springs
• No need for additional modifications or tuning
• Suitable for street and performance driving

What's Included

• Set of four lowering springs (front and rear)
• Installation instructions

Ideal For

• BMW M5 owners seeking a sportier stance and improved handling
• Enthusiasts wanting to lower their vehicle without sacrificing ride comfort
• Drivers looking for a balanced upgrade for daily driving and spirited performance