Hell yes 4 doors are helpful, esp. when you constantly have to contort to stick a babyseat back there. Attracting less attn with a 4-door "Camry" is a bonus too!!
The lowered ride is fine actually, although its a bit harsher in summer when I slap on the 18's. I chose a soft set (HKS LS+) of coilovers for the purpose of having a decent ride while getting rid of the 4X4 look. The ride quality really depends on the suspension you choose. Many LGT owners prefer the Bilstein Shocks from JDM Spec B's, which ride a tad bit stiffer than stock but nowhere near as bad as Koni/Tein/JIC etc.. However, the price on that is unreal due to supply/demand.
Main reason I got rid of the lude was because of the baby's arrival. Suspension was too stiff for a pregnant wife and newborn, plus jamming a babyseat is no easy task. Sayonara Prelude.
Wife hasn't complained much about the ride quality on the new car with coilovers and its baby approved as well.
