Lowering in Washington
Vehicle type: Sedan
Washington applies a rim-line test: no part of the vehicle other than the wheels may sit lower than the bottom of any wheel rim.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
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Street-legal lowering picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Washington.
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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