Description
KW V3 Clubsport Coilovers – 1999–2005 Porsche 911 (996, Carrera 2) is built for the enthusiast who wants the suspension to become a functional part of the chassis setup, not simply a visual drop.
KW V3 Clubsport is developed for enthusiasts who regularly use road-legal cars on track. It combines independent rebound and compression adjustment with firmer, motorsport-oriented spring/damper calibration and application-specific top-mount hardware where specified. The setup should be viewed as a tunable system whose final behavior depends on alignment, tire, ride height and the driver's intended circuit use.
Why Choose the KW V3 Clubsport for This Application?
Choose V3 Clubsport when the vehicle sees meaningful track use and the standard V3's street bias is no longer the main priority. The stronger track focus makes alignment, tire choice and corner balancing more consequential.
Key Features
- Independent rebound and compression adjustment
- Track-focused spring and damper calibration
- Application-specific Clubsport top-mount configuration where supplied
- Height adjustment for road-and-track setup
Vehicle Fitment
- Make: Porsche
- Application: 911 (996)
- Configuration: Carrera 2; incl. Convertible + Targa
- KW Jobber Model Years: 99-05
- KW Part Number: 35271802
Technical Specifications
- Front Height Adjustment: 20-40 mm (0.8-1.5 in)
- Rear Height Adjustment: 20-40 mm (0.8-1.5 in)
- Front Spring Rate: 400 lb/in
- Rear Spring Rate: 1085 lb/in
- Top Mount Configuration: Fixed / Fixed
Enthusiast Setup Perspective
A good installation should leave enough travel for the road or circuit being used. Chasing maximum lowering at the expense of bump travel can work against the very grip and control this system is intended to provide. After installation, establish ride height and alignment first, then make damper changes in small increments and record them so the effect of each adjustment remains clear.
Important KW Fitment Notes
- KW Note 1: Height adjustable on the front and rear axles (threaded strut housings)
- KW Note 56: If the Porsche Motorsport rear axle top mount # 99633301190 is installed, the KW top mount adapter set # 68510036, price$149, has to be used.
Fitment note: Specifications above are tied to the exact KW part number shown and the application data in the supplied KW jobber sheet. Confirm the vehicle's drivetrain, factory electronic suspension, axle weight and any listed hardware requirements before ordering.