What is the difference between the NTR-R1 and the NTR-R3?

The Nitron NTR-R1 coilover for the GD WRX STi uses combined 2-way adjustment with 24 clicks controlling both compression and rebound through a single circuit. The NTR-R3 separates those functions entirely, with independent high speed compression, low speed compression, and rebound adjustment. The R3 gives drivers and engineers significantly more range when dialing the car in across different circuits and conditions.

Can the Nitron NTR-R1 coilover for the GD WRX STi be revalved or adjusted after purchase, and are custom spring rates available?

Yes on both. Every Nitron NTR-R1 coilover GD WRX STi kit is fully serviceable and can be revalved or rebuilt by Nitron. Custom spring rates are available at the time of order; contact us directly before ordering if your intended use or setup calls for something outside the standard specification.

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Nitron NTR-R1 Coilover Kit for GD Subaru Impreza WRX / WRX STi (bugeye and blobeye)

The Nitron NTR-R1 Coilover GD WRX STi kit is built for owners who want to unlock what the bugeye and blobeye Impreza chassis is genuinely capable of once the factory dampers run out of road. The GD platform has the bones for serious handling, but the OEM suspension leaves performance on the table the moment the driving gets demanding, and that’s exactly the gap the Nitron NTR-R1 closes. Combined 2-way damping adjustment, drawn directly from Nitron’s R3 race platform, shares core components with a kit built for professional competition, so the GD WRX and STi gets race-derived hardware rather than a generic coilover adapted to fit. Every Nitron NTR-R1 coilover is individually hand-built with ultra-low friction components that deliver consistent, fade-resistant damping whether the car sees the street, a back road, or a full track day. Hard-anodized titanium finish parts and high-grade materials keep corrosion out and weight in check, and with each kit custom built, custom sprung, and fully serviceable, the Nitron NTR-R1 coilover for the GD WRX STi is an investment that holds up well beyond a single season.

Unique Technology

Every Nitron shock starts with precision components that have been through a thorough design and development process before they reach final assembly. The modular construction gives engineers the flexibility to tailor each application properly, without compromising how individual parts are made or how they perform together. Components are machined to tight tolerances and inspected one by one by trained technicians as part of a strict quality control process. New materials, finishes, and processes go through extensive validation before adoption, with Nitron-specific technologies integrated to produce shocks that genuinely outlast and outperform competing options on the road and track. That standard of engineering is what the Nitron NTR-R1 coilover is built on.
- Basic Damper Design:
  1. End Eye / Top Mount
  2. Damper Piston & Shim Stack
  3. Shaft / Rod
  4. Floating / Separator Piston
  5. Suspension Oil
  6. Compressed Nitrogen Gas

Bespoke Engineering

Nitron doesn’t pull a generic damper off a shelf and adjust the valving to fit the GD WRX and STi. The Nitron NTR-R1 coilover for the GD WRX STi goes through a dedicated development process, with components, spring rates, and damping characteristics engineered specifically for the bugeye and blobeye platform. The geometry, weight distribution, and suspension travel of the GD chassis are factored into the design from the start, not compensated for after the fact. It’s the difference between a kit built for this car and a kit built for a category of cars it happens to fall into.

Features

Internal reservoir type
2-way combined adjustment
Full alloy body
Preload adjuster
Combined 24 clicks of adjustment
Nitrogen gas charged
Precision bearing spacers supplied as required
Consists of 4 coilovers and top mounts
Hand made to order

Specifications

Coilover Type: NTR-R1
Adjustment Type: 2-way combined
Adjustment: 24 clicks combined
Rear Suspension Type: OEM
Droplinks Included: No

Applications

Subaru Impreza WRX: GD | 2000-2005
Subaru Impreza WRX STi: GD | 2004-2005

Other Suspension Kits for GD WRX / STi Bugeye and Blobeye

NTR-R3 Coilover Kit

Notes

Does not fit GG Wagon models
Designed for narrow-body bugeye and blobeye models, does not fit hawkeye models 2006-2007
Custom spring rates also available, please contact us directly here for more information or for a consultation on custom rates
Images used for illustration purposes only. Specific details, finishes and end fittings may differ from that shown.
Precision bearing spacers supplied as required

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the NTR-R1 and the NTR-R3? The Nitron NTR-R1 coilover for the GD WRX STi uses combined 2-way adjustment with 24 clicks controlling both compression and rebound through a single circuit. The NTR-R3 separates those functions entirely, with independent high speed compression, low speed compression, and rebound adjustment. The R3 gives drivers and engineers significantly more range when dialing the car in across different circuits and conditions.
Can the Nitron NTR-R1 coilover for the GD WRX STi be revalved or adjusted after purchase, and are custom spring rates available? Yes on both. Every Nitron NTR-R1 coilover GD WRX STi kit is fully serviceable and can be revalved or rebuilt by Nitron. Custom spring rates are available at the time of order; contact us directly before ordering if your intended use or setup calls for something outside the standard specification.

About Nitron Suspension

Nitron Suspension has been at the forefront of precision suspension engineering since 1998, founded by Guy Evans with the goal of building high-performance shocks for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Over 200 dealers now carry Nitron products across Europe, Asia, the US, Australasia, and Africa. In 2008, the company moved into a dedicated facility in the UK’s Motorsport Valley, adding dynamometers, 5-axis CNC machines, and 3D CAD capabilities to support both growing demand and continued product development. A second expansion came in 2023 with a new office in Murrieta, California. The team behind every Nitron product draws from deep backgrounds in machining, materials technology, hydraulics, bike engineering, and F1 racing, with many engineers bringing firsthand experience as competitive drivers and riders. That depth of knowledge across both the technical and competitive sides of motorsport shapes every product Nitron develops.

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Shipping Policy

Items that are in stock in the US, either at Bulletproof’s warehouse or at a supplier’s warehouse, are generally delivered within 7-10 days. Special order items from overseas take considerably longer. As a courtesy Bulletproof offers delivery estimates to our customers which take into consideration manufacturer availability and shipping schedule. These estimates represent our best guess based on previous orders from the manufacturer and do not in any way imply a guaranteed delivery window. Many manufacturers work in a “just in time” inventory system and often take 2-20+ weeks to produce an item once an order is submitted. All deliverable items are then sent to our Japanese warehouse. Bulletproof ships a minimum of one full ocean freight container every month from Japan, oftentimes more than one a month. Ocean freight takes an average of 4 weeks. Typically it breaks down to one week in Japan for paperwork and customs, two weeks by boat and one week in US customs/clearance. Due to the wide number of variables between manufacturer and shipping schedules, delivery estimates are simply just that – estimates. We attempt to estimate conservatively and we usually deliver faster than our estimates suggest. It is not Bulletproof’s policy to guarantee delivery time of any special order item, this is impossible for us to do. By ordering you acknowledge that there is no required delivery ETA and an order may not be canceled or altered due to manufacturing or shipping delays, all ETA’s are provided as a best guess only. Please review the full Terms & Conditions here.

BP Pricing Difference

We do pricing a little differently on our JDM brands and we believe in making things simple and clear. No hidden fees or surcharges. Every price you see includes the shipping cost to our office in Los Angeles, California and all the associated taxes/duties/fees for bringing the products into the US. The only shipping you ever pay is from our facility in the US to your location. Be wary of resellers that don’t include the cost of international shipping in their pricing on JDM parts. While we believe we’ll always have the lowest all-in price on JDM products, we offer a price match guarantee for all authentic parts purchased from authorized dealers as well. For many international customers, it’s much more affordable to ship from the USA than from Japan directly, as the air freight and ocean freight costs are typically much less. However, for customers looking to ship directly from Japan outside of North America, or domestically in Japan, we can provide pricing specifically for that scenario. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any pricing questions or concerns. Please email us at sales@bulletproofautomotive.com with any inquiries.

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Nitron NTR-R1 Coilover Kit for GD Subaru Impreza WRX / WRX STi (bugeye and blobeye) [NTCSU011R1]

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Nitron NTR-R1 Coilover Kit for GD Subaru Impreza WRX / WRX STi (bugeye and blobeye)

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Bespoke Engineering

Features

Specifications

Applications

Other Suspension Kits for GD WRX / STi Bugeye and Blobeye

Notes

Frequently Asked Questions

About Nitron Suspension

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