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Old Apr 20, 2004 | 05:26 PM
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Does anyone else find the drivers seat a little uncomfortable? The cushion is not very thick and after an hour of driving I really get uncomfortable.
Are there any decent seat covers that will add a little padding w/o sacrificing looks?
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Old Apr 20, 2004 | 05:29 PM
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I notice that too, my back is too wide for the seat, I think that has something to do with it, but I notice when I sit up strait it is much easier on me.
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Old Apr 20, 2004 | 05:36 PM
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It's comfortable and fitting to me but the lower back needs some work. It feels strained down there after long rides. I might just be getting old though.
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Old Apr 20, 2004 | 06:52 PM
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I think they're comfy...they're great seats for stock...
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Old Apr 20, 2004 | 07:22 PM
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Originally posted by nitrousoxidex
I think they're comfy...they're great seats for stock...
I agree. As far as stock cloth seats go, the seats in the Z are pretty damn comfy.
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Old Apr 20, 2004 | 08:13 PM
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the first 2-3 days I had the Z I thought about taking it back because of how crappy the seats felt

however after 2-3 weeks my body I guess adjusted to the seats and now I really like them

they are no where near as comfy as my old A4 leather heated seats but my Zs seats will hold me in place much better =)

over all they feel pretty good

BTW Im 5'10 and 160lbs
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Old Apr 20, 2004 | 09:48 PM
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I have found that Japanese cars in general do not have as thick a cushion as an american car. In otherwords, if i was driving 500 miles, the Z would take it toll on me vs lets say my Ram truck.

For me, the bottom line is I bought a sports car, I did not buy it to cruise. My rpiority was handling and performance and i feel the drivetrain of a Nissan is dependable. I did not expect the seat to be comfortable.
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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 04:19 AM
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These are the new seats that went into my car last night. They are VERY comfy...

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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 06:01 AM
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Originally posted by Jeff@Performance
These are the new seats that went into my car last night. They are VERY comfy...

Ooh. Those look comfortable. And fun.
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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 06:13 AM
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How much do they cost???? I like them.
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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 06:31 AM
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My seat somehow got softer within the first 2 weeks of owning the z. As for long trips I found out that you need to adjust the lower seat properly so that you do not feel fatigued. Try it, with diff settings and you will be surprised what a diff it makes...
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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 10:18 AM
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My drivers seat is comfy for me, but I am a girl and have more narrow shoulders. I also have the leather seats in my touring so I don't know if that makes a difference or not. My husband almost refuses to go on road trips in the Z (me driving of course) b/c his back and shoulders are wide, and he gets very uncomfortable in the pass. seat--very achy. He calls my Z "The sardine can" each time we take it out for long drives. Oh well, next time he can stay at home!
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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 10:29 AM
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Well, the seats in the G35c are very comfortable. Those seats feel way softer than the Z. The Z seats are very firm and that's how racing seats are supposed to be.

I wish they would have included lumbar support though. The seats hold me in pretty tight but my lower back starts getting sore after about an hour of driving.
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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 11:12 AM
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Originally posted by Sly_Z
How much do they cost???? I like them.
$1,150 a piece, and theyve also got them available in off white. nice
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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 11:42 AM
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Originally posted by Sly_Z
How much do they cost???? I like them.
http://www.performancenissanparts.co...roducts_id=587
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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 01:50 PM
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My back start to hurt after 30 minutes... although my wife usually drives the Z and has the seat height adjustment all the way up. I think I'm slouching to see out the back with the rear-view mirror.

My 4Runner seat is more comfy and I can see out too.
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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 02:09 PM
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They are great if you ask me. I am coming from a 2002 Maxima, which was GLE trim and very comfortable, and haven't even thought for one second that they were unacceptable. Its a sportscar. I wasn't expecting cushy, fluffy seats, I was expecting firm, well-bolstered seats, which is what I got. I love em. I am 6' 170 lbs and they fit perfect.
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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 02:38 PM
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I have touring as well and they are comfy to me, my lower back was aching tho so I added some lumbar support. Much better now, even went on a 600 mile non-stop drive with one pit for gas and no pain.
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