Lowering in Connecticut
Vehicle type: Sedan
Connecticut sets a genuine 4-inch floor: the sprung portion of the vehicle may not be lowered so its clearance from level ground is under 4 inches, nor raised more than 4 inches above unladen factory height.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
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Street-legal lowering picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Connecticut.
A conservative drop that keeps required ground clearance.
Adjustable coilovers →Dial your height back up if an inspection says you're too low.
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