Rear Suspension Options Y33 2000 Anniversary

[my12by60]

The car has 101,000 miles on it. The front suspension was replaced by the prior owner. The rear suspension looks original and the shocks are leaking oil. When I look under there, I see a shock with a coil around the top portion of the shock. Are shock and coil the correct terms to describe those items? The car has a dash button to toggle on and off the "Sport" suspension mode. Does this mean the car has electronic suspension that I read requires some special parts? What are the recommended options for replacing the original rear suspension?

[HansCC]

It sounds like you have the same setup as the q45T which has the adjustable suspension - Maybe someone can chime in - I think the 1999 to 2001 q45T plus the Anniversary were the only series with the adjustable suspension. Throw a picture up and perhaps someone can identify if you have the original Q suspension in the back

[my12by60]

I don't think the Anniversary Edition that I have has the Touring suspension. I don't see any electronics hooked up to the rear suspension. All that I see is a struct with a coil over the top section. Based on my reading it looks like I could order these spring compressors:

http://www.amazon.com/ABN-MacPherson-St ... +kit&psc=1

and these OEM replacement struts:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Rear-OES-Ge ... H6&vxp=mtr

Any reason to consider replacing the coil?

If not, then this looks like a DIY job that I could do in my home garage. The rear struts are original and show oil leaking.

Will I likely notice much of a ride and handling difference if I spend the $300 or so on this job?

[Jttoka]

Look at the top of the Strut inside the engine bay. There should be a sensor on the top of the struts. If there isn't then, it doesnt have the adjustable struts. Or the previous owner has swapped them for non-adjustable cartridges.
The spring rate on these cars is insane, so be careful.

A seach will yeild more info for you as this topic is asked alot.
Cheers