Lowering in Virginia
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Virginia's minimum bumper height for lowered cars is 14 inches — the 22-inch figure is the car maximum, not the minimum.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
Va. Code § 46.2-1063 keeps passenger-car bumpers within a 14–22 inch band; 14 in is the lowering floor (trucks share the 14-in floor).
Specific Limits
- Bumper min
- 14 in (cars must stay within 14–22 in)
Frequently Asked Questions
Are lowering legal in Virginia?
Virginia's minimum bumper height for lowered cars is 14 inches — the 22-inch figure is the car maximum, not the minimum.
What are the exact lowering limits in Virginia?
Bumper min: 14 in (cars must stay within 14–22 in). Source: Va. Code § 46.2-1063.
Street-legal lowering picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Virginia.
Lowering springs
A conservative drop that keeps required ground clearance.
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Dial your height back up if an inspection says you're too low.
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