The H&R 29780 is a Sport Spring set for the 1997–2001 Toyota Camry, covering both 4-cylinder and V6 cars, and it replaces the factory front and rear coils as a full set. The manufacturer's application table lists the 4-cyl and 6-cyl Camry for 1997–01, with approximate lowering of 1.4 inches at the front and 1.3 inches at the rear. Those figures are approximate, so the result depends on the car and how it sits. Owners on user forums who compared H&R with Eibach kits said the H&R setup avoided the soft, bouncy rear end they had read about. One owner described the ride as firm enough to feel controlled without being harsh.
Buyers searching for a 97-01 Camry 4-cyl or V6 lowering spring upgrade, H&R sport springs for XV20 Camry, or 1.4 front 1.3 rear drop springs will find the part number matches the manufacturer's listing. Because the springs change ride height and suspension geometry, owners on user forums say an alignment is always recommended after lowering, which protects tire wear and steering feel. Plan that visit into the budget alongside the kit.
The manufacturer's application listing covers the 1997–01 Camry in both 4-cyl and 6-cyl form, so a 2001 V6 falls within the listed range. Confirm your engine and trim against the vehicle's documentation before ordering.
The manufacturer lists the drop as approximately 1.4 inches at the front and 1.3 inches at the rear. Treat these as estimates, since final ride height depends on the vehicle's condition and load.
Owners on user forums recommend a wheel alignment after lowering, because the change alters suspension geometry and can cause uneven tire wear if left unchecked.
This is an intermediate job for a home mechanic with a safe lift or jack stands, a floor jack, and a torque wrench. Front struts generally require spring compressors to free the coil safely, while the rear coils come out after the control arm is supported and unloaded. Keep the factory spring seats and isolators in their original positions, and torque all fasteners to specification. Once the job is done, have the alignment performed soon after replacing the springs.
