Lowering in Virginia
Vehicle type: Sedan
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
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Street-legal lowering picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Virginia.
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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