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So I was on ebay looking around for some suspension parts for the Gen1 and I came across these shocks and struts for $361.00 which I'm assuming is cheaper than the Tokicos I saw on the list of parts too. Does anyone know if these are any good and what is the difference between these and the tokicos? In the description of the ad, it said it was made in Germany Vogtland Springs? Any clarification or help is mcuh appreciated. Ive been reading through SG and I see most people say Tokicos and either Eibachs or Teins for lowering springs.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/STAGG-SHS-4-STR ... f8&vxp=mtr here is the link

I'm tempted to say your name applies here.

Never even heard of this company. Well im not saying dont get them for the price sure why not, but remember you get what you pay for. These struts can be weak and when u hit enough bumps, potholes etc. they can blow out easily the spring rate on the springs can be weak and you can end up bouncing around everywhere. Back in the day i had a set of cheap springs on the rear of my solara (intrax) and my car felt like a damn boat. Bounced around everywhere big enough dip and id scrape like crazy.

Its really up to you. Id recomend doing things right the first time and never do it again.

ThatVietGuy wrote:I'm tempted to say your name applies here.

ha!

They're cheap and have a drop, but the way I am about my car I look at it like this:

IF they are good quality then you made out at around $361 with shipping vs. the $650 with shipping for Tein/Tokicos, BUT

if they suck and it bothers you or they blow out quick, it's more like $361+$650 when you end up buying the Tein/Tokico combo...I can't stand inferior stuff on my car.

If you're looking for new struts/springs, I have a full set of OEM ones with only about 25,000 miles on them i'll sell ya for cheap if you want. I took them off when I lowered my car and they are just sitting in my basement.

Okay, thanks for the info guys. Much appreciated. Glad this site exists or else I would be lost in keeping the Lara in good condition longer. How much do you wanna sell your stock setup for? I might be interested cause I can hear some of the suspension on some bumps.

$200 plus shipping for the set, I'm not going to use them so I'll hook you up on the cheap. Nothing is wrong with 'em, I just took them off to put the Teins/Tokicos on. Think about it and let me know!

Wow that is a great deal. I will definitely think about it. College and work and crazy gas prices might hold me back. But thanks.