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Old Nov 30, 2004 | 01:13 PM
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Are GT3 seats comfortable?

Are GT3 seats comfortable? They look really nice but I never sat in one.
 
Old Nov 30, 2004 | 01:48 PM
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Depends on your size. I am 6'4" and 195-200lbs. They are comfortable for a few hours so long as the weight stays under 215. I would not suggest them for a daily driver. YMMV.
 
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I'm 6'2'' and 210, and they are great. You jsut don't have the adjustability.
 
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and getting in has to be done alittle more cautiously for me. otherwise i hit my thigh bone on the edge of the seat if i jump in...

my car is a weekend driver only and i love them. but everyday i wouldnt want them i would get the cobra misano..
 
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thanks for the advice guys, appreciate it.
 
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u do have to sit in one to tell if u like it. few tips, getting in & out is pain in the *** (especially the female friends ) if u don't know how. but once u're in it u'll love it. also, u'll feel the most comfortable when both hands on the steering wheel rather hanging lose cuz the the shoulder area of the seat actually push ur arms forward. again, the passanger might not like it cuz they have nothing to hold on too.
 
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They are more comfortable then they look, as a weekend car they are great, not sure about daily use as I havent not used them in that way.
 
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i used to use them daily...
they work great for me...
however i'm 5'9-5'10 weigh around 150lbs ^^"
 
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Originally posted by 20C4S
u'll feel the most comfortable when both hands on the steering wheel rather hanging lose cuz the the shoulder area of the seat actually push ur arms forward. again, the passanger might not like it cuz they have nothing to hold on too.
solution: mount another steering wheel for the passenger to hold on to.
 
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I am 6'3 and 205. I find them very comfortable and supportive and as stated, once you're in, they are great. Really helps focus the driving experience.
 
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As arling had stated, while you're driving with your arms forward like the figure in a model car they're comfortable, but not when you're just sitting or cruising. I really don't like the way it pushes my shoulder blades forward. Unnecessary for a daily driver.
 
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I have them in my 996. Awesome driving seat. However they can be tiresome after a long day of touring. Hard to get into and out of for most folks without practice. The permanent upright position is great for track but generally too much for a daily driver. I keep wanting to put the seatback angle back just a notch or two, but there is no adjustment for doing so without compromising the structural integrity and safety of the seats. Look really nice with 3" harnesses coming through the shoulder loops and side loops, especially if the belt color contrasts with the seats. Shoulder belts can be mounted to the rear seat belt bolts by putting an eye bolt in for the hex heads on each side. Lap belts can be mounted to the stock belt bolts. You can have BOTH the 3-point factory harnesses and the competition belts mounted at the same time. gives you the choice at any time.
 
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I'm 5'8" 155lbs and these seats are not comfortable for me because they have no lumbar support. I would probably need to put a pillow behind my lower back for it to be tolerable.

For me, these would be a great track seat, but a horrible daily driver seat. Plus i use my back seats a lot and the gt3 seats prevents that.
 
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