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Old Sep 4, 2017 | 07:21 AM
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So ive been wanting to get a 350z for a while now but ive been thinking im a pretty short guy im only 4 foot 11 so im not sure if i would be able too see in it if the seats are too low so i need some answer on if i would be able to sit in it or not
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Old Sep 4, 2017 | 07:27 AM
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Won't know until you try...
My sister is your height and sometimes uses a pillow behind or under her rear.

Go get in one!
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Old Sep 4, 2017 | 08:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Shawn Taison
So ive been wanting to get a 350z for a while now but ive been thinking im a pretty short guy im only 4 foot 11 so im not sure if i would be able too see in it if the seats are too low so i need some answer on if i would be able to sit in it or not
At average height I find the seats quite high
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Old Sep 4, 2017 | 09:31 AM
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The Z was made in Japan, so there's your answer.... I think you'll be ok. But like jhc said, won't know until you try.
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Old Sep 4, 2017 | 04:40 PM
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My wife is 5'3 and has no issues. Seen shorter people with the car.

My car is problems now, my aftermarket seats are mounted as low as possible. One of my shirt friends didn't like looking thru the steering wheel
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Old Sep 5, 2017 | 06:13 AM
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I,ve put 1" thick abs plastic blocks ( two 1\2" thk.) under the drivers seat mounts along with longer bolts. It has transformed the driving position from sitting deep inside the compartment to having a better view of the extremities of the fenders ,more of a compact sports car feel , vs an inside a cage feeling.Problems encountered were the inward angle of the bolt restricted the extent of the extension without further modification and an alignment pin withdrawn from its hole made reinstalling somewhat difficult.I,m delighted with the results and would consider it on my next car.
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Old Sep 5, 2017 | 06:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Atreyu'z 350
The Z was made in Japan, so there's your answer.... I think you'll be ok. But like jhc said, won't know until you try.
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Old Sep 5, 2017 | 06:58 AM
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Old Sep 5, 2017 | 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Atreyu'z 350
The Z was made in Japan, so there's your answer.... I think you'll be ok. But like jhc said, won't know until you try.
Wow, the stereotypes are strong with this one.

My nephews are 6'2" and 6'3" making my 1/2" under 6' seem puny.

Then again, we grew up on Mickey D's and Mickey Big Mouths. 🤡
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Old Sep 5, 2017 | 04:57 PM
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Originally Posted by MicVelo
Wow, the stereotypes are strong with this one.

My nephews are 6'2" and 6'3" making my 1/2" under 6' seem puny.

Then again, we grew up on Mickey D's and Mickey Big Mouths. ��
Not stereotypes. Just statistics, broski. I love all peoples, especially the parents of my Z.

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Old Sep 9, 2017 | 04:11 AM
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I see Booster Seats at Garage Sales all the time....

Most have juice box stains, and old cookie crumbs in the seams....

Every now and then you come across a decent one for about 3 bucks.
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Old Sep 9, 2017 | 10:05 AM
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I have a female friend who is 4'10" and she cannot push in the clutch all the way. She has a longer torso and shorter legs though, so if you have a shorter torso and longer legs it could work.
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