Subaru BRZ & Toyota GT86 / GR86 Shock Absorbers & Suspension

Which variants this covers

All three badges share one platform across two generations: the ZN6 GT86 and ZC6 BRZ of 2012–2020, including the Scion FR-S, and the ZN8 GR86 and ZD8 BRZ from 2021. All are rear-wheel drive coupés. The two generations do not share struts despite the shared layout, so confirm which you have before ordering — the 2021 cars in particular are often listed alongside the earlier ones.

Choosing between the ranges

For a standard car needing its damping restored, Tein EnduraPro keeps OE ride height with firmer damping and EnduraPro Plus adds 16 adjustable levels; Bilstein B6 is the firmer Bilstein option at standard height. S.Tech springs are the most stocked single option and lower the car on its original dampers. For adjustable ride height, Flex Z is the usual street coilover and Street Advance Z the step up, with Bilstein B12, B14 and B16 as the Bilstein alternatives. For track use the Tein range goes further than on most cars: Mono Sport, Mono Racing, Super Racing and RX1 are all listed.

What to check before ordering

Front and rear are separate parts; fit in axle pairs and align afterwards — these cars are sensitive to alignment and worth setting properly, with corner balancing if you fit coilovers. The chassis caveat is intent: the track ranges are genuinely stiff and are the wrong choice for a road car, while S.Tech springs on standard dampers is the mildest change that still lowers it. Decide what the car is for before picking a range.

Common questions for this chassis

Do ZN6 and ZN8 share parts? No. Same layout, different struts — select by chassis code.

Mono Sport or Flex Z for a road car? Flex Z. Mono Sport is a track damper and rides accordingly.

Does the Scion FR-S use GT86 parts? Yes — it is the same ZN6 platform.