I dont know much about lowering springs. What are some good brands..

I know of Eibach and Progressive. Thats about it. Any ideas? I dont want a real big drop. Just something to give the car some accent..

H&R/Neuspeed SPORT springs - about a 1.5" drop - works nicely even on stock shocks for a LONG TIME. and they are only around $150.
VERY good springs though. i suggest them over anything else due to their price and quality.
Eibach is great - but its expensive, too expensive imo.

Again my knowledge of lowering springs isnt that great. So this might be a dumb question.

These lowering springs would replace the springs I currently have correct? The shocks would remain untouched?

well, youd have to touch your shocks to remove the springs.....but youd still be using the stock shocks, just swapping out springs. :yes:

Id have to use a spring compressor right? Or just get it done somewhere?

i recommend a spring compressor.
dont pay some shop to do it, cheaper to DIY.