[Welton]

I'd go with the Volvo Springs using your car's reg to order from a dealer.

These cars came with a choice of comfort level when the first owner placed the order, the springs are matched and marked with coloured stripes to indicate which type of spring is fitted.

To my mind you'd have to go for coilovers if you want a matched performance set on the car but it sounds like you want to keep things fairly normal.

When I fitted my B4's the front end height rose slightly (maybe 5-8mm) which I was happy about as it made the car look factory-fresh. It also showed me how knackered the standard dampers were before replacement.

The B4's make the car feel great, slightly 'stiffer' ride but in a good way and really planted at speed.