Öhlins DFV Road & Track Coilovers for 996 Porsche 911 Carrera

The Öhlins Road & Track coilover kit for the Porsche 911 (996) Carrera brings genuine racing capability to your car without costing you the comfort you need every other day of the week. This kit suits drivers who want both; it is as popular with manufacturers building dedicated track day machines as it is with aftermarket buyers pushing chassis performance beyond the factory setup. Available as a full suspension kit or as individual shock absorbers and struts, depending on your application.

How DFV Technology Works

• Öhlins’ Dual Flow Valve (DFV) technology is what separates this kit from a conventional coilover. A single gold knob handles the transition between modes. Turn it clockwise at the track entrance and you change all four damping areas at once: low-speed compression, high-speed compression, low-speed rebound, and high-speed rebound. Head home and dial it back to road mode for a more relaxed, comfortable ride that still delivers more grip and quicker response than the factory setup ever could.

What It Does on Track and on the Road

• On track, the Öhlins Road & Track coilovers for the Porsche 911 (996) Carrera produce noticeably faster response times, better bump absorption, and a significant increase in traction at the limit. The internal DFV components respond quickly to both minor surface imperfections and larger impacts, keeping the car planted and the tires working. The result is a 911 that is easier to balance at the edge of grip, more agile through corners, and more predictable when you are pushing hard. On the road, that same hardware delivers a refined, controlled ride that puts the factory suspension to shame.

General Features

• DFV technology (Dual Flow Valve)
• 1-way 25-click compression and rebound adjuster
• Individual height adjustment
• Rebuildable dampers for custom tuning
• Corrosion salt spray tested (ISO 9227)
• 2-year warranty
• TÜV approved

Specifications

• Front
  • McPherson strut, monotube upside-down technology
  • Spring preload adjuster
  • Separate damper length adjuster
  • Approximately 0–30mm lowering adjustment range
  • 60 N/mm spring rate
  • Compatible with original top mounts

• Rear
  • Aluminum monotube shock absorber
  • Spring preload adjuster
  • Separate damper length adjuster
  • Approximately 0–30mm lowering adjustment range
  • 120 N/mm spring rate
  • Compatible with original top mounts

Applications

• Porsche 911 Carrera: 996 | 1999-2004
• Porsche 911 Carrera S: 996 | 2004-2004

Notes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do these Öhlins Road & Track coilovers fit the Porsche 911 (996) Carrera? Yes. The Öhlins Road & Track coilover kit is designed specifically for the Porsche 911 (996) Carrera from 1998 to 2005. Both front and rear components are compatible with the original top mounts, so no additional adapters or brackets are needed for proper fitment.

How does the DFV adjustment work on the Porsche 911 (996) Carrera kit? The Öhlins DFV (Dual Flow Valve) system uses a single gold knob to switch between road and race damping. Turning the knob clockwise adjusts all four damping areas at once: low-speed compression, high-speed compression, low-speed rebound, and high-speed rebound. No tools are required, and the adjustment takes only seconds at the track entrance.

How much can I lower my Porsche 911 (996) Carrera with this kit? The Öhlins Road & Track coilover kit for the Porsche 911 (996) Carrera offers 0 to 30 mm of lowering adjustment at both the front and rear. Each corner uses a separate damper length adjuster and spring preload adjuster for independent corner height setup.

Are the Öhlins dampers on the Porsche 911 (996) Carrera kit rebuildable? Yes. The Öhlins Road & Track dampers for the Porsche 911 (996) Carrera are fully rebuildable. They can be serviced, revalved, and custom-tuned over time rather than replaced outright, which extends the usable life of the kit as your driving needs evolve.

What warranty and certifications does this kit include? The Öhlins Road & Track coilover kit for the Porsche 911 (996) Carrera comes with a 2-year warranty, carries TÜV approval, and has been corrosion salt spray tested to ISO 9227 standards.

About Ohlins

For nearly 50 years, Öhlins has been a cornerstone of the motorsport, motorcycle, and automotive industries, guided by a clear mission to deliver uncompromising quality in products, service, and support from the MotoGP circuit to grassroots racing events in over 50 distributing countries. Trusted by aftermarket customers, OEM partners, and professional racing teams, the company designs and manufactures advanced suspension systems that push the limits of precision, control, and reliability. Rooted in a rich motorsport heritage and driven by a passion for innovation, Öhlins extends beyond its racing DNA to inspire riders and drivers everywhere with high-performance solutions that are rigorously developed, tested, and refined to transform vehicle dynamics. Through close collaboration with leading manufacturers and racing teams, the company sets the benchmark for suspension performance, integrating insights directly into its shock absorbers, front forks, steering dampers, and advanced electronic suspension systems for both OEM and aftermarket applications. Its products deliver track-proven performance with minimal modification, enabling professional competitors, enthusiasts, and everyday drivers to achieve greater comfort, control, and confidence.