Need help on choosing a bucket seat - LotusTalk

EpRAnGia · 05-14-2008, 05:46 AM

I've had it with stock Exige seat... it's not as grippy as my old R32 seat and thin padding on the back casuing backache after a long drive.
After doing a little search I found Recaro/Lotus sports seat and Bride Zodia that are easy to install with no mod required.
Recaro sure does look better but pricewise, I'm not sure if spending extra ~$800 over Bride.
If you have sat in both of them, which has more padding and grips body better?
I'd prefer leather but couldn't find any.
If you know any other seats that will fit in Exige not requiring any custom modification, what are they? where can I buy?
Thanks~

Chris Mackey · 05-14-2008, 06:35 AM

How about the Reverie?

PatrickShim · 05-14-2008, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by EpRAnGia

I've had it with stock Exige seat... it's not as grippy as my old R32 seat and thin padding on the back casuing backache after a long drive.
After doing a little search I found Recaro/Lotus sports seat and Bride Zodia that are easy to install with no mod required.
Recaro sure does look better but pricewise, I'm not sure if spending extra ~$800 over Bride.
If you have sat in both of them, which has more padding and grips body better?
I'd prefer leather but couldn't find any.
If you know any other seats that will fit in Exige not requiring any custom modification, what are they? where can I buy?
Thanks~

If you want to sell your stock Exige seats, please let me know. I MIGHT be interested, if they are in a good condition.

CertifiedCC · 05-15-2008, 03:16 PM

pics of the seats would be helpful

VBCARGUY · 05-17-2008, 08:26 AM

I have made a custom bracket for Sparco Pro 2000 seats. We modify the seat and send them to you ready to drop in. Do a seach for tall person seat sickness. And pm I can send you pics and prices.

Thanks,
Josh

EpRAnGia · 05-17-2008, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by PatrickShim

If you want to sell your stock Exige seats, please let me know. I MIGHT be interested, if they are in a good condition.

The car only has 1000 miles... its pretty much new.
How much do these stock Exige seats go for?

Recaro... I heard it doesn't have slider and height of the driver matters?... I'm 5'8"... would this be a problem?

fishguy · 05-17-2008, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by EpRAnGia

How much do these stock Exige seats go for?

i recall new they go for mucho dinero............
not sure on the exact amount, but i remember blackwatch racing selling them and they were not cheap.
contact them for a price, and sell them accordingly.
i bet you would cover the cost of the aftermarket seat with the sale

EpRAnGia · 05-19-2008, 06:08 PM

Any info on Recaro whether if it would work for someone who's 5'7"?

R'elise Me · 05-19-2008, 06:36 PM

I sat in Jack's Cup Recaro/Lotus seats which are identical to the aftermarket equivalent from Recaro. I'm 6-2 and 185lbs. The seat is great for the track but definitely too snug at the hips for a long drive. I've heard the Brodia is tighter in comparison, but you may fit. Sector111 has them now.

Let me know if you're selling your seats. I may buy them (color?)

EpRAnGia · 05-19-2008, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by R'elise Me

I sat in Jack's Cup Recaro/Lotus seats which are identical to the aftermarket equivalent from Recaro. I'm 6-2 and 185lbs. The seat is great for the track but definitely too snug at the hips for a long drive. I've heard the Brodia is tighter in comparison, but you may fit. Sector111 has them now.

Let me know if you're selling your seats. I may buy them (color?)

Waist 30... not too worried about hip fitment but whether I (5'7") could reach and press clutch/break/gas pedal all the way with ease....
Anyone?

pro10is4life · 05-21-2008, 05:31 PM

Go for the bride

just got mine a couple weeks ago and my waist is about a 30 as well, perfect fit and actually very comfortable once in.

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05-14-2008, 05:46 AM	#1 (permalink)
EpRAnGia Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 210	Need help on choosing a bucket seat I've had it with stock Exige seat... it's not as grippy as my old R32 seat and thin padding on the back casuing backache after a long drive. After doing a little search I found Recaro/Lotus sports seat and Bride Zodia that are easy to install with no mod required. Recaro sure does look better but pricewise, I'm not sure if spending extra ~$800 over Bride. If you have sat in both of them, which has more padding and grips body better? I'd prefer leather but couldn't find any. If you know any other seats that will fit in Exige not requiring any custom modification, what are they? where can I buy? Thanks~

05-14-2008, 06:35 AM	#2 (permalink)
Chris Mackey Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 2,427	How about the Reverie? __________________ 2006 Elise, Ardent Red, Black Pack, LSS wheels, shocks and springs.

05-17-2008, 08:26 AM	#5 (permalink)
VBCARGUY Virginia Beach Car Guy Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 584	I have made a custom bracket for Sparco Pro 2000 seats. We modify the seat and send them to you ready to drop in. Do a seach for tall person seat sickness. And pm I can send you pics and prices. Thanks, Josh __________________ Triumph Tr4a Race Car 1967 SOLD 1954 CJ 3b Willys 2002 Yukon Denali Daily Driver 2006 Exige. The only man in america to have a exige s then go back to a NA exige 1967 911S 1900lbs 220hp

05-19-2008, 06:08 PM	#8 (permalink)
EpRAnGia Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 210	Any info on Recaro whether if it would work for someone who's 5'7"? __________________ 2008 AW Exige S240 - SOLD.... 2004 ChilliRed Mini Cooper (Sensible DD)

05-15-2008, 03:16 PM	#4 (permalink)
CertifiedCC BANNED Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Northern VA [The BEST Part of VA.(Sadly)] Posts: 875 Images: 4	pics of the seats would be helpful

05-19-2008, 06:36 PM	#9 (permalink)
R'elise Me My other car's a mtn bike Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Venice CA Posts: 1,292	I sat in Jack's Cup Recaro/Lotus seats which are identical to the aftermarket equivalent from Recaro. I'm 6-2 and 185lbs. The seat is great for the track but definitely too snug at the hips for a long drive. I've heard the Brodia is tighter in comparison, but you may fit. Sector111 has them now. Let me know if you're selling your seats. I may buy them (color?) __________________ Sometimes you have to go in circles to move forward. 05 Elise

05-21-2008, 05:31 PM	#11 (permalink)
pro10is4life Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 244	Go for the bride just got mine a couple weeks ago and my waist is about a 30 as well, perfect fit and actually very comfortable once in.

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