yeah just remember on cars with struts they are the centerpiece of the whole suspension. i remember the difference on an old camaro i had it was incredible with new ones. they not only act like shocks but are the center of the whole cornering thing, and dont only take up hits from holes they keep the suspension from travelling outward too.

Night and day difference; terrible, horrible ride with the broken spring and non-functioning strut.   Now the ride is pretty smooth.  I had contacted the highway department about the crappy roads and the state representative about the state roads (numerical).  

broken springs are uncommon. Worn struts ,though ,can stress springs so, I guess age and poor roads could take one out.

 

sounds like it's driving OK for you now.