Springs or coilovers

[Nico2904]

Need some opinions/advice :)
Currently I have Bilstein B12 kit on my MK5 GTI. But would like a bit more drop. Ideally 20 mm. I have considered changing just the springs or getting coilovers. I have thought about H&R sport springs and Bilstein B14 coilovers.
Would good quality coilovers (fx. the b14 kit) still maintain comfort and driveability for daily driving, like springs (like my B12 kit)
What are your thoughts, those that have gone from springs to coilovers?
I want to be able to use it daily and occasional track/race 
No money/budget limit ;)

I will be driving on 18" wheels with 225/40 18 tires

Cheers
Nicolai

[Nico2904]

Anyone? :)

[Nico2904]

Need some advise :)

[Jay75]

Depends what you have to spend, coilovers are the best choice because they are adjustable to suit your moods, however, lowering springs are a cheaper alternative. H&R are probably your best bet, I think they do a 55mil drop set and still maintain a nice ride, will look sweet too..

[StuF]

As Jay says above - springs are a good compromise that retains stock dampers and has a lower stance.
There is a continual debate between Eibach and H&R as to which is better - doubt anyone would be able to tell either apart when driving.

 

[Jay75]

True, I doubt it as well

[Nico2904]

Thanks for inputs. But my main concern is if H&R springs will lower enough for my liking. As I wrote at the top, I currently have the B12 kit (eibach sportline). Looking for a further drop of about 20 mm. Do you think H&R along with the bilstein dampers will be able to do that? Or should I just go for coilovers already? What about the comfort -> Springs vs. coilovers. How big is the difference? :)

[Andy]

all depends how much lower you want to go,i have kw v1 coil overs and use it as a daily

[Nico2904]

As stateted about 20 mm lower than the b12 kit. How do you find the KW1, performance and comfort vice (daily driving)?

[Jay75]

Some decent coilovers are the way forward for you I think, if you're thinking of track days too.
That way you get to choose your ride height and the extra damping will give you comfort. If you want too slam it right down for track days H&R are probably the best for that, they are shorter and even on the highest setting they are about 2inches lower than the standard car. Dear though... Bout a grand I think..