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runninfromthelaw · 08-29-2013, 10:57 AM

I'm about 30days away from ordering my 1LE and haven't been able to make up my mind on the recaros.

So for those that have them in your car, would you give me some pros and cons on them. This car will see the track time to time but mainly street driving.

Thanks

Mojave · 08-29-2013, 11:12 AM

I have them in my 1SS

Pros: comfortable (drove 1400 miles in 2 days with them), hold you in place but I don't feel restricted, can put a real racing seat belt in them, very adjustable with the powered levers, look fantastic, I think they really go with a 1LEs

Cons: Cost could be considered a con but they are worth it IMO. Harder to reach drink in back cupholder.

Cool1LE · 08-29-2013, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Mojave

I have them in my 1SS

Pros: comfortable (drove 1400 miles in 2 days with them), hold you in place but I don't feel restricted, can put a real racing seat belt in them, very adjustable with the powered levers, look fantastic, I think they really go with a 1LEs

Cons: Cost could be considered a con but they are worth it IMO. Harder to reach drink in back cupholder.

What he said.........

runninfromthelaw · 08-29-2013, 12:41 PM

How about long road trips? I live in a small town and any large citys are about 1hr away. The plus side is I have some really nice mountain roads to see how the 1le handles.

Cookie Monster · 08-29-2013, 12:53 PM

The Recaros give me a comfy "mini bear hug" feel when I'm driving and I'm always firmly planted in the seat. You don't slide around/ shift positions in the seat durning cornering. Not to mention they look awesome from any POV.
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The price is really high, but I like them so I don't mind. Besides the price, the only con I can think of is its harder to reach to the backseats while driving (I have a 2 year old that rides with me sometimes

). And you can't slide into the car as easily as you can with regular seats. Both cons are minor.

The Stig · 08-29-2013, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mojave

I have them in my 1SS

Pros: comfortable (drove 1400 miles in 2 days with them), hold you in place but I don't feel restricted, can put a real racing seat belt in them, very adjustable with the powered levers, look fantastic, I think they really go with a 1LEs

Cons: Cost could be considered a con but they are worth it IMO. Harder to reach drink in back cupholder.

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Originally Posted by runninfromthelaw

How about long road trips? I live in a small town and any large citys are about 1hr away. The plus side is I have some really nice mountain roads to see how the 1le handles.

Seems they hold up fine on long road trips, and I use my Z as a DD. So for no problems with my daily commute.

Blizzard · 08-29-2013, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mojave

I have them in my 1SS

Pros: comfortable (drove 1400 miles in 2 days with them), hold you in place but I don't feel restricted, can put a real racing seat belt in them, very adjustable with the powered levers, look fantastic, I think they really go with a 1LEs

Cons: Cost could be considered a con but they are worth it IMO. Harder to reach drink in back cupholder.

Back cup holder, I had

Casperadub70 · 08-29-2013, 01:12 PM

I LOVE them in mine.

Biv08SS · 08-29-2013, 01:25 PM

They will be a purchase I make in the future!!!!!

runninfromthelaw · 08-29-2013, 01:29 PM

How much adjustment do you have with them?

menendez1293 · 08-29-2013, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by runninfromthelaw

How much adjustment do you have with them?

The ZL1 I sat in the Fest that had the recaros has just about every adjustment the standard seats have. In my opinion If i was ordering a 14 right now that would be the first think I add followed by NPP and then RS.

runninfromthelaw · 08-29-2013, 01:41 PM

I guess if I don't like them I can always sell them.

*Milk 1027* · 08-29-2013, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by runninfromthelaw

I guess if I don't like them I can always sell them.

I'd trade you plus cash

runninfromthelaw · 08-29-2013, 01:58 PM

I sat in a ctsv with recaros and I liked them but I don't think they are the same.

08-29-2013, 10:57 AM	#1
runninfromthelaw Drives: 95' Z28 Heavy mods Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: United States Posts: 22	Recaros vs factory seats I'm about 30days away from ordering my 1LE and haven't been able to make up my mind on the recaros. So for those that have them in your car, would you give me some pros and cons on them. This car will see the track time to time but mainly street driving. Thanks

08-29-2013, 11:12 AM	#2
Mojave San Diego Head Tuners Drives: 2016 Camaro 1SS ,NPP,MagRide, A8 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Temecula, CA Posts: 2,440 View My Garage	I have them in my 1SS Pros: comfortable (drove 1400 miles in 2 days with them), hold you in place but I don't feel restricted, can put a real racing seat belt in them, very adjustable with the powered levers, look fantastic, I think they really go with a 1LEs Cons: Cost could be considered a con but they are worth it IMO. Harder to reach drink in back cupholder. __________________ 2016 1SS A8, NPP, MagRide, Black Rims My 5th Camaro (3 Gen5, 1 Gen4) Member of San Diego Head Tuners https://www.youtube.com/c/MojaveKY https://www.instagram.com/mojaveky/ https://twitter.com/MojaveKY http://dinowax.refr.cc/bryanm 15% off DinoWax orders

08-29-2013, 12:53 PM	#5
Cookie Monster Belle Isle Drives: 2014 1LE Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Motor City Posts: 858 View My Garage	The Recaros give me a comfy "mini bear hug" feel when I'm driving and I'm always firmly planted in the seat. You don't slide around/ shift positions in the seat durning cornering. Not to mention they look awesome from any POV. ... The price is really high, but I like them so I don't mind. Besides the price, the only con I can think of is its harder to reach to the backseats while driving (I have a 2 year old that rides with me sometimes). And you can't slide into the car as easily as you can with regular seats. Both cons are minor. __________________ 2014 2SS Credit to xVengeancex28

08-29-2013, 01:12 PM	#8
Casperadub70 Drives: 2014 1LE Camaro, 95 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: America Posts: 940	I LOVE them in mine. __________________ 2014 1LE 2SS Camaro Recaro seats, Custom Cam, Kooks LT headers, CAI intake, Z/28 Spoiler, Z/28 Belly Pan, Z/28 Brake Air Ducts, Stainless Steel breaklines, BMR Toe Rods and Trailing Arms resulting in 482.49 RWHP

08-29-2013, 01:25 PM	#9
Biv08SS Drives: 2014 Z/28 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Tennessee Posts: 450	They will be a purchase I make in the future!!!!! __________________ 2016 Z06 2017 ZL1 2015 Lexus IS250F hers 2016 Chevrolet 2500HD tow rig

08-29-2013, 12:41 PM	#4
runninfromthelaw Drives: 95' Z28 Heavy mods Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: United States Posts: 22	How about long road trips? I live in a small town and any large citys are about 1hr away. The plus side is I have some really nice mountain roads to see how the 1le handles.

08-29-2013, 01:29 PM	#10
runninfromthelaw Drives: 95' Z28 Heavy mods Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: United States Posts: 22	How much adjustment do you have with them?

08-29-2013, 01:41 PM	#12
runninfromthelaw Drives: 95' Z28 Heavy mods Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: United States Posts: 22	I guess if I don't like them I can always sell them.

08-29-2013, 01:58 PM	#14
runninfromthelaw Drives: 95' Z28 Heavy mods Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: United States Posts: 22	I sat in a ctsv with recaros and I liked them but I don't think they are the same.