Corvette Suspension Parts: The Complete Buyer's Guide (C2–C8)
Complete Buyer's Guide
Corvette Suspension Parts: The Complete Buyer's Guide (C2–C8)
From C2 restoration hardware to C8 performance upgrades — shop shocks, springs, lowering kits, bushings, sway bars, and more.
Whether you're restoring a classic C2 or C3, upgrading a C4, C5, or C6, or dialing in the handling on your mid-engine C8, suspension is where every Corvette comes alive. The right parts mean tighter cornering, a smoother ride, and a stance that turns heads. We've sourced the complete suspension catalog — restoration-grade hardware, performance shocks, lowering springs, bushing kits, sway bar upgrades, coilovers, and more — from the top names in the business. Use this guide to find exactly what your generation needs.
West Coast Corvette — Lowering Bolts & Ride Height Kits
West Coast Corvette's bolt-in lowering hardware is the easiest way to drop your ride height and sharpen your stance. C5, C6, and C7 fitments available.
West Coast Corvette
Lowering Hardware C5 Corvette Lowering Bolt Package | 1997–2004 Complete front and rear lowering bolt package for 1997–2004 C5 Corvettes. Replaces rear spring end bolts and adjusts front ride height — no spring swap required. $124.99 Shop Now |
West Coast Corvette
Lowering Hardware C5 Corvette Lowering Bolts — Rear Only | 1997–2004 Rear-only lowering bolt kit for 1997–2004 C5 Corvettes. Drops the rear stance for a lower, meaner look without cutting springs. $74.99 Shop Now |
West Coast Corvette
Lowering Hardware C5 Corvette Lowering Bolts — Front Only | 1997–2004 Front lowering bolt kit for 1997–2004 C5 Corvettes. Lowers the center of gravity for improved handling and a sportier stance. $66.61 Shop Now |
West Coast Corvette
Lowering Hardware C6 Corvette Lowering Bolts — Front & Rear | 2005–2013 Complete front and rear lowering bolt set for 2005–2013 C6 Corvettes including Z06, ZR1, and Grand Sport. Drop the stance and sharpen handling in one kit. $112.99 Shop Now |
West Coast Corvette
Ride Height C7 Corvette Stock Ride Height Adjusting Bolts | 2014–2019 Reproduction stock-size ride height adjusting bolts for 2014–2019 C7 Corvettes. Available as a pair or full set of four. Fits Stingray, Z51, Z06, Grand Sport, and ZR1. From $86.27 Shop Now |
West Coast Corvette
Ride Height C6 Corvette Stock Ride Height Adjusting Bolts | 2005–2013 Replacement stock ride height adjusting bolts for 2005–2013 C6 Corvettes. Available as a pair or full set of four for a complete refresh. From $86.27 Shop Now |
Eibach — Performance Lowering Springs
The Eibach Pro-Kit lowers ride height while improving handling and maintaining everyday driveability — no harsh ride, no compromise. Available for C5, C6, and C8 Corvettes.
Eibach
Lowering Springs Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs | C5 Corvette 1997–2004 Premium lowering springs for 1997–2004 C5 and Z06 Corvettes. Lowers ride height, tightens cornering, and maintains a comfortable daily-driven ride. Uses modified hardware (not springs alone). $188.99 Shop Now |
Eibach
Lowering Springs Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs | C6 Corvette 2005–2013 Performance lowering springs for 2005–2013 C6 Corvettes including Z06 and Grand Sport. Reduces body roll and improves cornering grip while keeping the ride street-friendly. $188.99 Shop Now |
Eibach
Lowering Springs Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs | C8 Corvette 2020–2022 Purpose-built lowering springs for the mid-engine 2020–2022 C8 Stingray 6.2L V8. Lowers the stance aggressively while preserving the C8's exceptional factory handling balance. $589.99 Shop Now |
Bilstein — Performance Monotube Shock Absorbers
Bilstein B6 and B8 monotube shocks deliver German-engineered damping performance for C2 through C7 Corvettes. Designed to be paired with aftermarket lowering springs for maximum results.
Bilstein
Shock Absorbers Bilstein B6 Front Monotube Shock | C2–C3 Corvette 1963–1982 36mm monotube shock absorber for 1963–1982 C2 and C3 Corvettes. B6 performance level is a direct OE upgrade — improved damping with street-friendly compliance. $154.99 Shop Now |
Bilstein
Shock Absorbers Bilstein B6 Rear Monotube Shock | C2–C3 Corvette 1963–1982 46mm rear monotube shock for 1963–1982 C2 and C3 Corvettes. Restores and upgrades rear damping — ideal paired with the matching front unit for a balanced setup. $142.99 Shop Now |
Bilstein
Shock Absorbers Bilstein B8 Front Monotube Shock | C4 Corvette 1989–1994 B8 Performance Plus 46mm front shock for 1989–1994 C4 Corvettes (including 40th Anniversary Edition). Designed to be paired with aftermarket lowering springs for a performance-tuned setup. $166.99 Shop Now |
Bilstein
Shock Absorbers Bilstein B6 Front Monotube Shock | C4 Corvette 1995–1996 46mm front monotube shock for 1995–1996 C4 Corvettes including Grand Sport, Indianapolis 500 Pace Car, and Collector's Edition. Bolt-in OE upgrade. $166.99 Shop Now |
Bilstein
Shock Absorbers Bilstein B8 Front Monotube Shock | C5–C6 Corvette 1997–2013 B8 Performance Plus front shock for 1997–2013 C5 and C6 Corvettes including Z06, ZR1, Grand Sport, and 50th Anniversary Edition. Pairs perfectly with Eibach lowering springs. $192.99 Shop Now |
Bilstein
Shock Absorbers Bilstein B8 Front Monotube Shock | C7 Corvette 2014–2019 B8 46mm front shock for 2014–2019 C7 Corvettes. Fits Stingray, Z06, and Grand Sport. Performance Plus damping tuned specifically for the C7's suspension geometry. $123.99 Shop Now |
QA1 — Pro-Coilover Shock System
QA1's Proma Star coilover system converts your C5 or C6's leaf spring suspension to a fully adjustable coilover setup — for maximum handling tunability and track-ready performance.
QA1
Coilover System QA1 Front Pro-Coilover — Double Adj. 450 lb/in | C5–C6 1997–2013 Double-adjustable aluminum front coilover shock for 1997–2013 C5 and C6 Corvettes including Z06 and ZR1. 8-inch travel, 450 lb/in spring rate — converts leaf spring to coilover for full suspension tunability. $1,614.99 Shop Now |
QA1
Coilover System QA1 Front Pro-Coilover — Double Adj. 550 lb/in | C5–C6 1997–2013 Higher spring rate 550 lb/in front coilover for 1997–2013 C5 and C6 Corvettes. Stiffer setup ideal for track use and autocross where maximum cornering stiffness is the priority. $1,614.99 Shop Now |
QA1
Coilover System QA1 Rear Pro-Coilover — Double Adj. 450 lb/in | C5–C6 1997–2013 Double-adjustable rear coilover conversion for 1997–2013 C5 and C6 Corvettes. Eliminates the factory transverse leaf spring for fully independent rear suspension tunability. Pair with the front kit for the complete system. $1,614.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America — Performance & Restoration
AAoA carries the widest suspension catalog on the site, spanning C2 through C8 Corvettes. From Hotchkis sway bar upgrades to Monroe shocks and OEM-grade hardware kits.
Auto Accessories of America
Sway Bar Upgrades Hotchkis Front & Rear Sway Bar Endlink Set | C5–C7 1997–2017 Upgraded Hotchkis sway bar endlinks for 1997–2017 C5, C6, and C7 Corvettes. Reduces body roll and improves cornering feel with a direct bolt-in installation. $539.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America
Bushings Rear Control Arm Bushing Set — Red or Black | C5–C6 1997–2012 Polyurethane control arm bushing set for 1997–2012 C5 and C6 Corvettes. Available in red or black, front or rear. Restores suspension feel and eliminates slop from worn rubber bushings. From $119.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America
Ball Joints Corvette Ball Joints — Multiple Options | C5–C6 1997–2013 Replacement ball joints for 1997–2013 C5 and C6 Corvettes. Available as upper pair, lower pair, 4-piece set, or full 8-piece complete set. Eliminates sloppy, worn suspension feel. From $71.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America
Performance Hardware HPI Transmission Differential Brace | C5 Corvette 1997–2004 Eliminates drivetrain shake on 1997–2004 C5 Corvettes. This brace ties the transmission and differential together to reduce flex and improve power delivery feel through the drivetrain. $335.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America
Sway Bar Hardware Sway Bar End Links — Front or Rear | C5–C6 1997–2013 Replacement sway bar end links for 1997–2013 C5 and C6 Corvettes. Available in front or rear configuration (sold as a pair). Restores proper sway bar function and handling sharpness. $71.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America
Lowering Kit C4 Corvette Lowering Kit — Made in USA | 1984–1996 American-made lowering kit for 1984–1996 C4 Corvettes. Drops ride height for a sportier stance and improved handling. Easy bolt-in installation. $91.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America — Classic Restoration (C2–C3)
Restore your early Corvette's suspension to factory-correct condition with OEM-quality hardware, shocks, springs, and bushing kits for C2 and C3 generations.
Auto Accessories of America
Bushing Kits Energy Suspension Hyper-Flex Master Bushing Set | C2–C3 1963–1982 Complete polyurethane master bushing set for 1963–1982 C2 and C3 Corvettes. Replaces every suspension bushing in one kit — available in black or red. The ultimate suspension refresh. $577.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America
Shock Absorbers Monroe Matic Plus Rear Shocks | C3 Corvette 1968–1982 Monroe Matic Plus rear shocks for 1968–1982 C3 Corvettes. OEM-specification replacement that restores ride quality and handling to factory feel. $61.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America
Strut Rods Adjustable Strut Rod Set W/Polyurethane Bushings | C2–C3 1963–1979 Adjustable front strut rods with polyurethane bushings for 1963–1979 C2 and C3 Corvettes. Allows fine-tuning of front suspension geometry beyond stock — great for lowered setups. From $274.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America
Leaf Springs Eaton Detroit 25-Inch Rear 10-Leaf Spring | C3 Coupe 1976–1979 SAE 5160 steel rear leaf spring for 1976–1979 C3 Coupe. Exact OEM replacement made by Eaton Detroit Springs — restores factory ride height and suspension geometry. $922.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America
Sway Bar Hardware Sway Bar Links W/Urethane Bushings | C2–C3 1963–1982 Replacement front sway bar links with urethane bushings for 1963–1982 C2 and C3 Corvettes. Restores front sway bar function to factory specification. $31.99 Shop Now |
Auto Accessories of America
Shock Absorbers Monroe Shock Absorbers — Multiple Options | C4 Corvette 1984–1996 Monroe replacement shocks for 1984–1996 C4 Corvettes. Choose front, rear, or front-and-rear set for 1984–1987 or 1989–1996 fitment. OEM-quality ride restoration. From $116.99 Shop Now |
American Car Craft — C8 Shock Tower Covers
The C8's visible front shock towers are a unique styling opportunity. American Car Craft's perforated stainless inserts dress them up with a polished, custom look.
American Car Craft
Show & Display C8 Corvette Perforated Shock Tower Cover Inserts W/Chrome Cap | 2020–2026 Polished perforated stainless steel shock tower inserts with chrome cap for 2020–2026 C8 Corvettes. Fits Stingray, Z06, and E-Ray. Dress up one of the C8's most uniquely visible front-end components. $183.99 Shop Now |