Ford Mustang GT S197 BC Coilovers Eurotek MM6 20in (1)

Eurotek U03 MM6 Mesh Wheels 20×9 ET15 / 20×10.5 ET15 with 255/35-20 / 285/30-20 Tires
on BC Coilovers

As we’ve said before, the S197 Ford Mustang GT is a much better handling car than the SN95 cars that preceded it, but with that said, the factory ride height genuinely makes the car look like a 4×4 – which sucks because it’s a Mustang, it’s supposed to be sporty and low-slung.

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Even with a nice set of wheels, there’s so much wheelgap that it really takes away from the look of the car. That’s why this Mustang came in to see Mod Expert Sean to lower the S197 Mustang Suspension at ModAuto with a set of coilovers from BC Racing.

Ford Mustang GT S197 BC Coilovers Eurotek MM6 20in (8)

We installed a set of 30-way adjustable BC Racing BR-Series Coilovers for S197 Ford Mustang to replace the factory springs and shocks to accomplish the drop we were after.

Ford Mustang GT S197 BC Coilovers Eurotek MM6 20in (9)

Eurotek U03 MM6 Mesh Wheels 20×9 ET15 / 20×10.5 ET15 with 255/35-20 / 285/30-20 Tires
on BC Coilovers 

Our expert techs at ModAuto install coilovers so often, they could almost do it blind folded. Our guys completed the installation on the BC Coilovers before we could get many photos of the car on the lift, but even in this quick shot above, we could already tell how much better the car looked dropped.

Ford Mustang GT S197 BC Coilovers Eurotek MM6 20in_before_after

Check out this striking before and after comparison between how the car looked when it came in and how it looks after lowering it.

Ford Mustang GT S197 BC Coilovers Eurotek MM6 20in (1)

Eurotek U03 MM6 Mesh Wheels 20×9 ET15 / 20×10.5 ET15 with 255/35-20 / 285/30-20 Tires
on BC Coilovers 

The factory exhaust is still in place, however the midstream resonators have been deleted to give the car the aggressive rumble you expect of a Mustang. The tail panel has an extremely clean look with a large GT emblem dead center, a-la-S550 GT badge placement.

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Eurotek U03 MM6 Mesh Wheels 20×9 ET15 / 20×10.5 ET15 with 255/35-20 / 285/30-20 Tires
on BC Coilovers 

In profile, the difference the drop makes is striking, and the lower ride height makes the car appear more lithe and agile, not to mention the lower center of gravity.

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Eurotek U03 MM6 Mesh Wheels 20×9 ET15 / 20×10.5 ET15 with 255/35-20 / 285/30-20 Tires
on BC Coilovers 

The rear profile is especially intimidating.

Ford Mustang GT S197 BC Coilovers Eurotek MM6 20in (14)

Eurotek U03 MM6 Mesh Wheels 20×9 ET15 / 20×10.5 ET15 with 255/35-20 / 285/30-20 Tires
on BC Coilovers 

Here’s a closer look at the rear wheel fitment.

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on BC Coilovers 

Up front, we’ve set the BC Coilovers with just enough fender gap for clearance for a daily driven car.

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Eurotek U03 MM6 Mesh Wheels 20×9 ET15 / 20×10.5 ET15 with 255/35-20 / 285/30-20 Tires
on BC Coilovers 

The Performance Style Front Upper Grille for S197 Mustang GT also adds a nice touch to the front end, and gives the car a lot more visual interest than the factory front grille.

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Eurotek U03 MM6 Mesh Wheels 20×9 ET15 / 20×10.5 ET15 with 255/35-20 / 285/30-20 Tires
on BC Coilovers 

From every angle, the Mustang just looks better with a drop.

Ford Mustang GT S197 BC Coilovers Eurotek MM6 20in (20)

Eurotek U03 MM6 Mesh Wheels 20×9 ET15 / 20×10.5 ET15 with 255/35-20 / 285/30-20 Tires
on BC Coilovers 

Want to know more about how to make your S197 Ford Mustang faster? Talk to a Mod Expert today to find out how.

Tired of driving around a boring, stock car? We can fix that! Talk to the Mod Experts like Sean– call us at 714-582-3330 (x8009 for Sean) to see how we can help improve your Mustang Motoring experience. Our Mod Experts can help you make your ponycar faster, sound beefier, sit lower, corner harder and look more badass – so talk to us today online or stop by the ModAuto showroom during business hours in La Habra, CA.

Story & Photos Nick Gregson