Description
The Dežru Spec-S Coilover Suspension System is designed for the Porsche 911 (996) Carrera 2 (C2), offering a performance-oriented balance of improved chassis control, sharper handling, and everyday driving comfort. Developed around the 996's rear-engine layout and rear-wheel-drive configuration, this suspension upgrade helps reduce excessive body movement, improve steering response, and deliver greater stability during braking, cornering, and acceleration.
Featuring digressive monotube dampers, the Spec-S system provides strong low-speed damping support during braking, turn-in, and directional transitions while maintaining controlled compliance over uneven road surfaces. This design helps improve chassis response without relying on excessive stiffness, making it suitable for daily driving, spirited mountain roads, and occasional high-performance driver education (HPDE) track days.
The system combines 250 lb/in front springs and 450 lb/in rear springs to balance front-end responsiveness with the rear suspension support required by the 996's rear-engine configuration. When paired with appropriately tuned dampers, these spring rates help manage weight transfer, reduce excessive rear squat under acceleration, and promote predictable handling through corners.
With an adjustable lowered ride height of approximately 25–30 mm, the Spec-S allows drivers to achieve a sportier stance while aiming to maintain usable suspension travel and predictable handling geometry. Fixed-length damper bodies are designed to work with the intended ride-height range, while linear HyperCoil springs provide consistent and predictable support throughout suspension travel.
The system features OEM-style upper mounts to help maintain a street-friendly ride and reduce noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) compared with many solid-mounted alternatives. Each damper is hand-built and dyno-matched to help ensure consistent damping characteristics from side to side.
Key Features
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Vehicle-specific application: Porsche 911 (996) Carrera 2 (C2), subject to confirmation of exact model-year compatibility.
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Digressive monotube dampers: Provide controlled body motion, responsive chassis support, and consistent damping performance.
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Adjustable damping: Allows suspension response to be fine-tuned for daily driving, spirited street use, and occasional track events.
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Adjustable lowered ride height: Approximately 25–30 mm of lowering for a sportier stance and a lower center of gravity.
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Performance spring rates: 250 lb/in front and 450 lb/in rear.
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Linear HyperCoil springs: Deliver predictable spring response and consistent support throughout suspension travel.
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Fixed-length damper bodies: Designed to work with the specified lowered ride-height configuration.
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OEM-style upper mounts: Help maintain a more street-oriented ride with reduced suspension-related NVH.
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Hand-built, dyno-matched dampers: Promote consistent damping characteristics across the suspension.
Performance Benefits
The Dežru Spec-S coilovers help the Porsche 996 Carrera 2 feel more composed and controlled during braking, cornering, and acceleration. The digressive damping profile provides support during initial steering inputs and weight transfer while allowing controlled suspension movement over uneven pavement.
The 250 lb/in front and 450 lb/in rear spring combination is intended to balance front-end response with the rear support required by the 996's rear-engine layout. When combined with appropriately tuned damping and a suitable alignment, this setup can help limit excessive body movement and rear squat while maintaining predictable handling.
Adjustable damping and ride height give drivers flexibility to tailor the suspension to their driving preferences, from comfortable road use to more aggressive spirited driving. Actual performance depends on suspension settings, alignment, tires, and overall vehicle condition.
Vehicle Fitment
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Make: Porsche
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Model: 911 Carrera 2
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Chassis: 996
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Trim: Carrera 2 (C2), rear-wheel drive
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Model years: 1999–2004 (general 996 Carrera 2 range; confirm exact kit compatibility before listing).
Fitment note: Verify compatibility with the specific model year and factory suspension configuration. Do not assume fitment for Carrera 4 (C4), Carrera 4S (C4S), Turbo, or other variants unless separately confirmed.
