[sperry]

I'm gonna recommend the Tein Flex's. Granted, the adjustability is over-kill for someone looking for a street-only setup, but they really are excellent in handling, ride quality and build quality. Try to find a used set or something, should be well under $1000. They're pretty bullet-proof (you're not going to have to rebuild them frequently like you would with a race coilover), and there's none of the issues with wearing out struts early, or finding the right top mounts, etc. And the ride is plenty comfortable on the street when compared to lowering springs (in fact it's far better than lowering springs on stock struts) and the handling is that much better as well.

Sure springs are going to be cheaper, but you get what you pay for with the Tein Flex's.