coilovers

I know nothing about coilovers. Do they do the work of the springs and the shocks? Do you need to buy shocks if you buy coilovers? Thanks.

they connect to the top of your existing shock, and replace your springs. you can get aftermarket shocks if you want, i would. i really like the looks of tokico illumina 5 way adjustables coming out. they're already out for 4th gens and coming soon for 5th+.

the benefit of coilovers is that they are ride height adjustable, most go from 0-4 inches with and include a wrench, my friend has coilovers on an accord that adjust by twisting a knob with your hands in opposite directions. if you buy springs and shocks/struts instead you have to pick a specific height and stick with it.

i'm planning on lowering my car after this winter and i'm planning on a minor drop in height. i'm gonna get the tokico illuminas and H&R springs: 1" drop in the rear 1.3" in the front. maybe a little more, but no more than 2"
the downside is that you may have to grind the top of your shock down to make it fit, unless you get a direct fitment for your car.