I just shoveled a ton of snow, and spring is a few months off, so I'm thinking about mods. (Snow fever has set in early this year.)

I've been driving my new-to-me Clubman for a couple months. Engine makes plenty of power to get into trouble; the suspension is another matter. The steering turn-in feel is pretty tight but the car tends to float around in curves, especially the broken and frost-heaved pavement common on New England back roads.

I've read that the Clubbie's body isn't as stiff as the standard hatchback, and I believe it. I jacked up one corner to start installing my winter wheels, I was surprised to see that both corners didn't lift off pavement at the same time like on my old R53! The frame just twisted… ugh. Anyway. Can't fix that; what can I do?

I'm thinking a stiffer rear sway bar is the best place to start — what works well for Clubman street use?

After that, is there any benefit to a front tower brace? Or is the Clubman just so flexy it doesn't help?

Is there any street value to buying a set of new shocks?

Thanks for your thoughts! I have a few months to make a decision and order parts. I'm not installing anything until my driveway is dry and not cold.

TL;DR: What's the best simple way to improve street cornering, without lowering the car?

 

A sway bar is a good place to start. I just picked one up from Helix, a H Sport adjustable 19. They are on sale now at this link. https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...-swaybars.html

 

The TSW XBrace is an option. One will be on The Dread Pirate sometime after the new year.

 

If you jack your Clubman up from the front jack point it will lift both wheels on the same side off the ground, at least mine does.

 

the other thing I forgot to mention is if you still have run flats ditch those and go to rubber. Makes a lot of difference