A more refined 996 Turbo without losing what makes it special.
The Spec-A is built for 996 Turbo owners who want a lowered, more composed car that remains comfortable enough for daily driving and touring. It improves ride quality, stability, and chassis control while preserving the performance and character that make the 996 Turbo such an exceptional road car.
Dežru Spec-A Coilovers – Porsche 911 Turbo 996
The Dežru Spec-A is engineered specifically for the 996 Turbo, delivering a more comfortable and usable version of the platform without sacrificing the responsiveness, stability, and confidence expected from a Porsche 911 Turbo.
Many coilover setups for the 996 prioritize stiffness, which can result in a ride that feels busy, harsh, and tiring on real-world roads. The Spec-A takes a more balanced approach, using properly matched spring rates and comfort-focused damping to maintain chassis control while significantly improving ride quality.
The 996 Turbo's additional weight and all-wheel-drive system require a different suspension balance than the naturally aspirated Carrera models. The Spec-A uses Turbo-specific spring rates and vehicle-specific damping to provide the additional support the chassis requires without turning the car into an unnecessarily stiff street car.
With a lowering range of approximately 25mm to 45mm below OEM ride height, the Spec-A provides a more aggressive stance while maintaining proper suspension function and everyday drivability.
Key Features
- Comfort-focused monotube dampers tuned for real-world driving conditions.
- Rebound adjustable for dialing in ride quality and responsiveness.
- 300 lb/in front and 500 lb/in rear Hyperco spring rates, selected specifically for the additional weight and AWD configuration of the 996 Turbo.
- Independent ride height adjustment for separate ride height and preload tuning.
- OEM-style upper mounts help reduce noise, vibration, and harshness.
- CNC machined high-flow piston for consistent damping performance.
- Electro-plated steel shock bodies for long-term durability.
- Stainless steel shim stacks for reliability and consistency.
- Fully rebuildable with individual parts available.
- Vehicle-specific valving developed specifically for the Porsche 996 Turbo platform.
Performance Character
The Spec-A refines the 996 Turbo's driving experience by reducing harshness and unnecessary stiffness while maintaining the stability and chassis control appropriate for the Turbo's additional power, weight, and all-wheel-drive system. The car feels more settled over rough pavement, expansion joints, and imperfect roads without becoming soft or disconnected.
The 300 lb/in front spring rate provides additional support for the Turbo's AWD front-end hardware while still allowing the suspension to absorb road imperfections and maintain predictable steering response. The 500 lb/in rear spring rate supports the rear-mounted engine and Turbo-specific weight while helping keep the chassis composed under acceleration, braking, and cornering.
Around town, the ride is smoother and more forgiving than a typical performance-focused coilover setup. On the highway, the car remains planted and stable. When driven aggressively on back roads, the chassis stays composed and confidence-inspiring without the excessive harshness commonly associated with track-focused suspension.
While designed primarily for comfort and street use, the Spec-A remains capable of spirited driving and occasional autocross, making it an excellent choice for owners who want to actually enjoy their 996 Turbo on real roads rather than optimize it exclusively for smooth pavement or track use.
Who This Is For
- Drivers who want a more comfortable, daily-drivable 996 Turbo
- Owners tired of overly stiff or harsh performance suspension setups
- Street and touring-focused 996 Turbo builds
- Drivers who want better chassis control without sacrificing ride quality
- Owners who enjoy spirited back-road driving without needing a track-focused suspension
- Porsche enthusiasts looking for a refined suspension upgrade that complements the Turbo's performance rather than making it unnecessarily harsh
If your goal is a 996 Turbo that still feels fast, planted, and unmistakably Porsche but is considerably more enjoyable on imperfect roads, the Spec-A strikes that balance.
