E36 M Tec Suspension. 323 I Sport Touring Queries?

[gregorj3]

I have recently bought a 1998 323 I Sport Touring, in Avus Blue! I am only 22 and insurance, fuel and the like arent cheap. I have noticed recently the front springs are broken and I need replacements but all I can find are parts for non M Tec Suspension in abundance. I don't want to go buying any old coilover kit or lowering springs because I understand that BMW know how to make a car not ProSh*t or any other cheapo company that are selling for under £200 on ebay. Im thinking I may aswell replace all shocks and springs, bushes etc. I would like to retain all the cars original features, ride height (if possible), handling characteristics and practicality, as I need to tow a jetski sometimes and a load of gear. I am on a budget as you can expect but if something is worth doing then I would fork out the little extra for the best. Also where can I buy new OEM bushes or ones that arent going to rattle my teeth, as I live in scotland you can imagine how great the roads are up here. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. And after I am done pouring my hard earnedcash into her she will be up for sale around July/August time (so keep an eye out anyone that may be interested), as I want to get another project to start before winter. Also I have been finding the traction control/asc is getting in the way of being in full control as it is cutting power and braking even when switched off? is this normal? It may be because I have CSL 18 inch wheels on it and again the roads are far from smooth! Sorry if there are already posts regarding these issues! Please direct me to any info! Thanks!