After seeing another 9th gen'er as guinea pig for Eibach and their sportline set of springs, Im pretty sure I might go that route. It provides a nice drop, and he reports that the ride doesn't deviate much from the stock feel. That's what Im after. Low, with a STOCK ride quality. Using his ride as a reference, I did a very quick photoshop of the potential ride height.

Before (stock)...



After (eibach sportline springs)



My only issue with putting springs on stock shocks is it may have the best ride, but Im not sure how long the stock shocks will hold up with the drop, and If I get coilovers, will they get close to the stock ride quality?