I've got a little problem here. I just got a new job that pays good. I can finally afford an FD. However, I've been talking to a lot of people who say that they're not kind to tall drivers. I'm 6'7", and I'm worried that I'm not going to fit into the car of my dreams. =) Anyone else out there as tall as me that could give me some advice? So help me, I'll mod the seat if I have to...

 

Holy poop face! Your 6'7"? I'm only 5'5" my advice to you is get one with the sunroof and keep it open at all times.

 

I'm 5'10" and fit perfect. I don't think that you would fit all that well. Sorry guys but I think he should look into getting a Supra. I drive my friends all the time and it would fit you almost perfect.
Just my opinion

 

Buddy of mine is 6'5" and decided against the FD....he bought a NSX!:o

 

I'm 6'0 and people are telling me that my head touches the ceiling and that when my sunroof is open, my hair sticks out of the top.

I think all I need to do is start sitting lower...

 

Sad to hear. I'm thinking about going down to Advanced Import Motorsports here in Indy this weekend, they always have a couple of FD's hanging around, I'm sure someone would let me sit in one if I asked nicely... then I'll make the verdict. Hmm... FD vs. Supra...

 

Well hate to break it to u that u arent gonna fit. My boss is about 6'4 and he was BARELY able to drive the car. The seats were all the way back. A Supra would be good for u

 

Yep, I agree. You won't fit. I'm 6 foot, and I have enough head and foot room, but adding 7 more inches either way wouldn't work.

You'll probably have better luck getting into a Supra.

 

Sit in one. Best way to answer the question.

I'm 6'4" - 6'5" (don't know exactly...), and decidely not a small person. I fit. My head touches the roof when the seat is in certain positions, but it's not a big deal. A little slouching is a small price to pay to drive the car. But, if I drop the seat all the way back, I've got head clearance no problem. It was difficult to get used to driving with such a relaxed posture, but after a few weeks I got used to it.

The biggest problem for me was after had the car converted to manual, my legs were too long to use the clutch pedal properly. I had to actually open the door of the car in order to get my knee into a position where I could hover my foot over the pedal, because my thigh was squeezed between the steering wheel and the door. A smaller diameter Momo wheel solved the problem nicely, and now I have zero height issues with the car.

 

I would like to get a Supra, but I can't afford one at the moment... I really was set on getting an FD until I came to this issue. I was thinking about getting a momo steering wheel if I got and FD anyway... I'm thinking that would help, because most of my height is in my legs. I don't need my knees rubbing on the steering wheel. I have long arms, so reaching the steering wheel is not a problem. I don't want to have to get an auto, either. I guess I should find someone who will let me sit in it. Anyone in the Indy area want to help me out on this...?

 

If I was close enough, I would definitely help you out.

Unfortunately, even with a aftermarket steering wheel, I don't think you are going to make it and be comfortable.

I agreee though that you should find one and take a seat in it, but I don't think you're going to make it.

 

a bud of mine who is 6'5" has an FD as well, and he fits... but only after taking out the stock seats and bolting a recaro racing seat straight to the floor, no rails... this gave him plenty of clearance, hope this helps.

 

Im 6'2" about 215 lbs and my fat *** has a hard time getting in the damn car....

 

I'm 6-3 195# and fit in my R1 without trouble, though I have to recline the seat at the track to make room for my helmet. I think the sunroofless R1 (and maybe R2) has significantly more headroom than those Touring models.

 

Thanks for all your input, guys. I think I'm going to go ahead and give it a shot. I can sacrifice a little comfort to drive such a sweet car...