| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2003-2013 | Audi | A3 8P |
AST Suspension Lowering Springs (30mm/30mm TUV) - 1996-2003 Audi A3 Manual Gear 1.8/1.8T/1.9TDi (8L)
AST Suspension Lowering Springs (30mm/30mm TUV) - 1996-2003 Audi A3 Manual Gear 1.8/1.8T/1.9TDi (8L)
SKU:ASTLS-14-101
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The AST Suspension Lowering Springs for the 1996-2003 Audi A3 (8L) are high-performance coil springs designed to reduce ride height by 30mm, enhancing handling and aesthetics. Crafted from premium high tensile chromium-silicone wire, these springs are handpicked by AST engineers for their quality and metal consistency. The manufacturing process involves cold winding, heat treatment to increase hardness and reduce internal stresses, followed by shot peening, phosphate treatment, and powder coating to ensure durability and corrosion resistance. These progressive-rate springs provide improved stability, reduced body roll, and a sportier stance, making them ideal for enthusiasts seeking both performance and style.
Designed to fit 1996-2003 Audi A3 models with manual gearboxes, including 1.8, 1.8T, and 1.9TDi variants, these springs are compatible with vehicles equipped with Electronic Damping Control (EDC). They serve as direct replacements for factory springs, offering a straightforward bolt-on installation that does not require additional modifications. The kit includes the necessary springs for both the front and rear suspension, ensuring a balanced lowering and improved handling. Suitable for street and spirited driving, these springs deliver a combination of performance, durability, and a lowered stance for a more aggressive look.
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Overview
Overview
AST Lowering Springs for the 1996-2003 Audi A3 (8L) are manufactured from a premium high tensile chromium-silicone wire which is handpicked by AST engineers for its quality and metal consistency.
Each spring is cold wound and then heat treated to increase hardness and reduce internal stresses present after winding. Each spring is then individually shot peened, phosphate treated and then powder coated to outlast even the life of the vehicle.
Features
- Progressive rates on most vehicles.
- EDC Compatible (if applicable to vehicle)
- Each spring is blocked and computer tested prior to shipping, which reduces any settling once installed on the vehicle.
- Lifetime warranty on breaking.
- Most of our spring applications are TUV Certified and certificates can be provided upon request.
Specifications
| Part Number | ASTLS-14-101 |
| Product | AST Lowering Springs |
| Production Years | 08/1996-06/2003 |
| Model Years | 1996-2003 |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Chassis | 8L |
| Approximate Drop – Front | 30mm |
| Approximate Drop – Rear | 30mm |
| TÜV Certified | Yes |
| Model Note | 1.8/1.8T/1.9TDi (90/100/110/130PK) |
| Note 1 | - |
Vehicle Fitment
- 1996 Audi A3 Manual Gear 1.8/1.8T/1.9TDi (8L)
- 1997 Audi A3 Manual Gear 1.8/1.8T/1.9TDi (8L)
- 1998 Audi A3 Manual Gear 1.8/1.8T/1.9TDi (8L)
- 1999 Audi A3 Manual Gear 1.8/1.8T/1.9TDi (8L)
- 2000 Audi A3 Manual Gear 1.8/1.8T/1.9TDi (8L)
- 2001 Audi A3 Manual Gear 1.8/1.8T/1.9TDi (8L)
- 2002 Audi A3 Manual Gear 1.8/1.8T/1.9TDi (8L)
- 2003 Audi A3 Manual Gear 1.8/1.8T/1.9TDi (8L)