{"product_id":"top-line-sport-lowering-springs-pair-1-drop-vw-super-beetle-87-0308","title":"Topline Sport+ Lowering Springs (Pair) | VW Super Beetle 1971–1979 | ~1\" Drop (87-0308)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eTop Line Sport+ Lowering Springs (Pair) — VW Super Beetle Front, ~1\" Drop (87-0308)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eSport+ Spring\u003c\/b\u003e set replaces your stock Super Beetle front springs exactly, with a few performance upgrades. Expect roughly \u003cb\u003e3\/4\" to 1\" of front lowering\u003c\/b\u003e (up to 1-1\/2\" on heavier convertibles); exact drop varies with the condition of your old springs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003etapered design\u003c\/b\u003e adds clearance for oversize tires while still fitting the stock spring holders. Top Line removed the stock spring's non-functional progression and raised the spring rate about \u003cb\u003e10% over stock\u003c\/b\u003e. The result stays very streetable and also works with the Versa-Strut lowering kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Super Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1971–1979 (front suspension)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Top Line?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop Line re-engineers the stock front spring — removing its non-functional progression and adding about 10% more rate — while keeping a direct stock fit, so you get a clean mild drop and better tire clearance that stays street-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMild lowering:\u003c\/b\u003e Roughly 3\/4\" to 1\" of front drop (up to 1-1\/2\" on heavier convertibles); exact drop varies with the condition of your old springs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect fit:\u003c\/b\u003e Replaces your stock front springs exactly and fits the stock spring holders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTire clearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Tapered design adds clearance for oversize tires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFirmer rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-functional stock progression removed and spring rate raised about 10% over stock, staying very streetable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStrut compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Works with stock struts or the Versa-Strut lowering kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eMade in USA.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFitment:\u003c\/b\u003e VW Super Beetle 1971–1979 front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrop:\u003c\/b\u003e ~3\/4\"–1\" (up to 1-1\/2\" on convertibles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e Tapered; ~10% higher spring rate than stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Stock struts or Versa-Struts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 87-0308\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow much do these springs lower my car?\u003c\/b\u003e Roughly 3\/4\" to 1\" in front (up to 1-1\/2\" on heavier convertibles). Exact drop varies with the condition of your old springs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre they sold as a pair?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — the Sport+ springs are sold as a pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo they fit the stock spring holders?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. They replace the stock front springs exactly, and the tapered design still fits the stock spring holders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill I lose caster after lowering?\u003c\/b\u003e Because you're lowering slightly, you'll lose a little caster — add Caster-Fix bushings to restore caster to stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDialing in your Super Beetle's stance and handling? 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