Lowering in South Carolina
Vehicle type: Truck
South Carolina makes it unlawful to drive a passenger vehicle that has been elevated or lowered more than 6 inches by modification, and separately bars raising or lowering a front fender 4 or more inches relative to the rear.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
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Street-legal lowering picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in South Carolina.
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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