GTO 3R seats

[daveyc]

Not sure if anyone has raised this before. The only minor complaint on the car for me is that the seats are a uncomfortable. Granted, they're bespoke lightweight seats, but they could really do with more lumbar support - and this is not about thickness of padding, but more about shape.

I got back-ache in both test drives I took after just a few minutes. And I see Evo say the same thing now -as well as that they love the car :-)

Has anyone looked into getting the seats changed for lightweight Recarros or something similar?

Cheers

[daveyc]

Hi Joust,

Thanks very much for that - sounds like it could be the perfect solution. Replacing the seats would probably be jut too expensive and would come with problems!

Cheers,

Dave

[daveyc]

Hi Anthony,

Thanks - this sounds spot on for me. Just to check - am I right in thinking you asked the factory to put in some extra padding in the lumbar area? I assume this is just a fixed bad behind the standard upholstery? Headrests look good too (thanks for the link Joust) - how much do they cost?

Thanks for your help

Dave

[daveyc]

micknall said:

We offer two types of mod to the existing seat: head rests, at 193.28 + VAT per pair; and booster cushions (no, not for kids!) at £115 per pair. These prices are for both Alcantara and leather trim. Unfortunately, the design of the M12's floorpan and gear tunnel restricts the use of after-market seats. We've experimented with a number of Recaros and I'm afraid none of them fit. I've never had a problem with the seats (yep, I know, I'm bound to say that!). The only time I've ever felt uncomfortable was after covering 900 miles in 12 hours through the night, but that was exceptional - generally, two to three stints in the seat don't bother me at all.

Thanks - it sounds like the headrests will help. The everall driving position is great for me - I'm 5'11" and I can get the pedals and steering wheel just right. I'm just a bit skinny right now which I think is half the problem. I'll work hard at the pies & beer.

Just to check - can you actually offer something in the way of lumbar support that can be done at the factory? I take it the booster cusions just raise the driver in the seat?

Thanks,

Dave

[daveyc]

Folks,

Just a quick update on lumbar support for anyone who's interested. Noble have been really helpful - I discussed the options wtih Simon Hucknall. They can have an adjustable air bladder fitted by their seat trimming guy when the car reaches the UK. This will be properly fitted and trimmed in behind the existing leather cover. Price is £150 + VAT.

If you want to do this, I believe you have to talk to the factory rather than the dealer. Headrest and booster cushions are via dealer.

Simon, thanks for all your help sorting this out and for arranging the seat rail adjustment for my partner. Who could ask for better service! Roll on April ...

Dave

[daveyc]

Thanks Anthony - good to hear a thumbs up for them. Guy, yes the price is £150 + VAT per seat - which I think is fair, given there must be a couple of hours labour to trim the unit into the seat.

Bargain if it makes the seats perfectly comortable for longer trips.

[daveyc]

Guy,

Have to say I don't know as I've no experience of Elises. I asume they'll be stock ford items or something like and, as such, will work very well.

Dave