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Old Apr 10, 2012 | 01:50 PM
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Will a person who is 6'3 be able to fit and drive an 87 turbo II FC? I can't seem to find any information on this.
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Old May 25, 2012 | 02:43 AM
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Im 6'5 and fit in mine. A deep dish steering wheel and 3in quick release hub help a lot
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Old May 25, 2012 | 07:26 AM
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It depends on the build of the person and their preferred seat position. Those who have long legs and a reclined seat will probably do just fine as long as their knees clear the steering wheel. Those who have a long torso and upright seat angle will hit their heads on the roof. It's best just to test drive one to check the fit. Cars equipped with a sun roof have 0.4" less head room when the roof is closed.
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Old May 25, 2012 | 02:05 PM
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I see. Do you guys have any aftermarket seats in your cars as well such as recaros, or sparcos?
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Old May 25, 2012 | 02:07 PM
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you'll fit.
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Old May 25, 2012 | 03:58 PM
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I'm 5'3 and hit my head... I'm cursed with being long in the torso and like to sit up.... Not to mention I'm a big guy... I hate to see what it looks like with my short fat body trying to get out... Look like the circus came to town....
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Old May 26, 2012 | 10:46 AM
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Im 6'2" and fit nicely into my Fb... Not the easiest to climb out of but i still love it!
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Old May 27, 2012 | 10:03 AM
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Im 6'4 and fit in a fc fine
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Old May 27, 2012 | 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Kingcof22
I see. Do you guys have any aftermarket seats in your cars as well such as recaros, or sparcos?
Yes, I have Momo 1000 Lakes seats in my 88 coupe. Other popular brands are Sparco, Corbeau, Bride, Kirkey, and Recaro. Some models don't fit, so if you are considering aftermarket seats then you should Search the 2nd Gen section using the brand or model name as the search key. Be careful of Ebay knock-offs.
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Old May 27, 2012 | 02:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Evil Aviator
Yes, I have Momo 1000 Lakes seats in my 88 coupe. Other popular brands are Sparco, Corbeau, Bride, Kirkey, and Recaro. Some models don't fit, so if you are considering aftermarket seats then you should Search the 2nd Gen section using the brand or model name as the search key. Be careful of Ebay knock-offs.
Thank you so much for this info. I was having a very difficult time searching, i never seem to find the info im looking for!
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Old May 27, 2012 | 03:10 PM
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im 6'1 and the seat still has some to go before i max out
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Old May 27, 2012 | 03:39 PM
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I'm 6'4 and fit fine in it
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Old May 28, 2012 | 11:16 AM
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I'm 6'7" and fit in mine. Got no head room to spare, but I can fit in my FC fine. The FB is a different storey though.
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Old May 28, 2012 | 12:10 PM
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My son is 6'3" 310lbs and fits fine when driving my sunroofed 88GXL, stock trim.
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Old May 28, 2012 | 12:13 PM
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Thank you so much for this info. I was having a very difficult time searching, i never seem to find the info im looking for!
use google to search, just add rx7club to the end of your search. brings up more answers this way
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Old May 30, 2012 | 11:30 PM
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Jeremy Clarkson fit in it great and hes around 6'3"
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Old May 31, 2012 | 09:26 PM
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I'm 6'2" I fit alright, I can't wear my hat when I drive my FC though.
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Old May 31, 2012 | 09:49 PM
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Im 6'-2" as well and at 290lbs im a pretty hefty guy but i fit into my 85 GS FB pretty well with the seat reclined...even had to pull the seat forward a notch
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Old May 31, 2012 | 10:47 PM
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Im 5'11 and I have to rock to get out of my FD. To low
Think I need to lose 3-5 lbs on the belly LOL
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Old Jun 1, 2012 | 10:23 AM
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how does everyone feel fit with aftermarket seats?
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Old Jun 1, 2012 | 11:37 AM
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Ive always thought these cars have the most leg room.
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 11:02 PM
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im 6' 2" and fit fine in my 90 but my buddy hes 6'4" and has a little problem fitting
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