Tall Guys in the 350Z - Do U Fit?
10-07-2002, 07:42 PM
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CONGRATULATIONS
Originally posted by NSANY
Little late to the game, but now that I have my car, I can express an educated opinion...
I'm 6'4", and had never driven the Z until today. Head room is NOT an issue, unless for some reason you decide to crank the seat all the way up (height-wise).
Little late to the game, but now that I have my car, I can express an educated opinion...
I'm 6'4", and had never driven the Z until today. Head room is NOT an issue, unless for some reason you decide to crank the seat all the way up (height-wise).
There was actually a Z delivered in CT today, COOL. Many happy miles. Can't wait to join the ranks....
So, looking backwards as a problem, it's doable. If that is the only wrinkle, bring on MY Z!
That's nothing but GOOD news to me.
Thanks NSANY!
10-09-2002, 04:44 PM
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Hey Victor, I will definitely be there. I just read your post about meeting early somewhere. That sounds like a good idea to me. By the way, I haven't registered, think that will be a problem?
I guess I'll spend most of that Saturday detailing...
I guess I'll spend most of that Saturday detailing...
10-09-2002, 04:49 PM
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If the Z Fits - DRIVE IT
Originally posted by rouxeny
Here's Leon's Z sitting in Andrew's Z...
He's 6'4" and I didn't hear him complaining. I guess it may have been tough to talk with that big smile on his face.
Here's Leon's Z sitting in Andrew's Z...
He's 6'4" and I didn't hear him complaining. I guess it may have been tough to talk with that big smile on his face.
Thanks for the "test sit" Andrew. It let's me know that the waiting will be WELL worth it. Also, the good news is that after the test sit, I called the dealer and a Chrome Silver with NAV will be available in about three weeks. It's gonna be mine!
AWESOME!!!
10-09-2002, 05:07 PM
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Congratulations Leon.
Andrew, I would love to caravan down with you. Regarding registration, I asked the same question you did and I received an email from Ross (rwilliams@cognizant.com) who apparently is one of the organizers and he asked me to email him my address, year, model, and daytime phone number because he heard alot of people were showing but he had not received many completed registrations. I think he would appreciate if you advised him you would also be attending.
I'm with you on detailing Saturday, however, I probably will do some Friday and finish up Saturday late as my son has a double-header Saturday and I, unfortunately, have been selected to be umpire for both games.
Let me know where and what time you would like to meet as you are closer to Wilton than I am.
Thanks.
Victor
Andrew, I would love to caravan down with you. Regarding registration, I asked the same question you did and I received an email from Ross (rwilliams@cognizant.com) who apparently is one of the organizers and he asked me to email him my address, year, model, and daytime phone number because he heard alot of people were showing but he had not received many completed registrations. I think he would appreciate if you advised him you would also be attending.
I'm with you on detailing Saturday, however, I probably will do some Friday and finish up Saturday late as my son has a double-header Saturday and I, unfortunately, have been selected to be umpire for both games.
Let me know where and what time you would like to meet as you are closer to Wilton than I am.
Thanks.
Victor
10-09-2002, 09:03 PM
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Re: Tall Guys in the 350Z - Do U Fit?
Originally posted by Leon's Z
Since this car is so rare and there aren't any vehicles out there to test drive, I'm not sure I'll even fit into the one I ordered. I tried to compare the cockpit to similar vehicles (Audi TT), but the Z is the Z, and comparisons are the real deal.
I'm 6'4" tall with long legs (35" inseam). Are there any guys this height or taller who are currently driving and how comfortable are you in the car? I'd hate to be waiting until December only to find out that I can't accept delivery because I don't fit in the car. Let me know.
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I searched the archives and I didn't come up with this in some of the earlier threads. if it's out there, please direct me - thanks.
Since this car is so rare and there aren't any vehicles out there to test drive, I'm not sure I'll even fit into the one I ordered. I tried to compare the cockpit to similar vehicles (Audi TT), but the Z is the Z, and comparisons are the real deal.
I'm 6'4" tall with long legs (35" inseam). Are there any guys this height or taller who are currently driving and how comfortable are you in the car? I'd hate to be waiting until December only to find out that I can't accept delivery because I don't fit in the car. Let me know.
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I searched the archives and I didn't come up with this in some of the earlier threads. if it's out there, please direct me - thanks.
10-10-2002, 02:22 AM
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If the Z Fits - Drive It
Thanks for the feedback Boomer. Do you have an automatic or the 6 MT? I think the clutch makes a difference. Although I fit with the car standing still, working with the clutch in motion is another matter. I don't think it'll be a problem tho. When I put the steering wheel in the full UP position, it seemed fine.
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10-10-2002, 05:38 AM
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Andrew, I got an email back from Ross regarding the car show Oct. 20th and he said thanked me for the info. and said I was all set (whatever that means). You may want to email him your info. as well.
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10-10-2002, 05:57 AM
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What about lumbar support guys? Is the seat back straight, concave or convex in the lumbar region? Also, for the taller guys, do you have to stretch for the wheel when the seat is comfortable or can you put both hands on top of the wheel with your shoulders firmly against the seat? This is the test of whether my back will kill me or not.
10-10-2002, 05:58 AM
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Re: If the Z Fits - Drive It
Originally posted by Leon's Z
Thanks for the feedback Boomer. Do you have an automatic or the 6 MT? I think the clutch makes a difference. Although I fit with the car standing still, working with the clutch in motion is another matter. I don't think it'll be a problem tho. When I put the steering wheel in the full UP position, it seemed fine.
Thanks for the feedback Boomer. Do you have an automatic or the 6 MT? I think the clutch makes a difference. Although I fit with the car standing still, working with the clutch in motion is another matter. I don't think it'll be a problem tho. When I put the steering wheel in the full UP position, it seemed fine.
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10-10-2002, 06:05 AM
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Originally posted by RobJames
What about lumbar support guys? Is the seat back straight, concave or convex in the lumbar region? Also, for the taller guys, do you have to stretch for the wheel when the seat is comfortable or can you put both hands on top of the wheel with your shoulders firmly against the seat? This is the test of whether my back will kill me or not.
What about lumbar support guys? Is the seat back straight, concave or convex in the lumbar region? Also, for the taller guys, do you have to stretch for the wheel when the seat is comfortable or can you put both hands on top of the wheel with your shoulders firmly against the seat? This is the test of whether my back will kill me or not.
of the automobile PERIOD.
I've had back surgery and I would know if they were supportive.
I've made 6 2hr drives and my back felt better after getting out of the car than it did before I got into it.
If the rest of the car is half as good as the seats are then it will be a classic.
10-10-2002, 06:44 AM
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i'm 6'5'' 200 with a 35'' inseam. i posted about this earlier. i too, have to put my right leg a little sideways to get under the steering wheel. i can tell you after driving the g35c, that with the seat in the lowest position, the g offers at least an inch or two more headroom than the z. and leg room is at least an inch or two more than the z. the coupes legroom is better than the sedans IMO, but i've seen posts that state the opposite. after sitting in the z and you require more room, get the g35c.
10-10-2002, 06:49 AM
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i'm 6'5'' 200 with a 35'' inseam. i posted about this earlier. i too, have to put my right leg a little sideways to get under the steering wheel. i can tell you after driving the g35c, that with the seat in the lowest position, the g offers at least an inch or two more headroom than the z. and leg room is at least an inch or two more than the z. the coupes legroom is better than the sedans IMO, but i've seen posts that state the opposite. after sitting in the z and you require more room, get the g35c.
10-10-2002, 09:35 AM
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I dont see how people with longer than 32" inseam feel good in this car. Im 6-2 about 290, and I think this car fits me like a glove, not an OJ glove, but a regular glove. My knees werent hitting the wheel , but i did wish the seat would go back about another inch...... After sitting in this car i got out and sat in a audi tt, sitting about 20 feet from the 350z. I thought before the tt was made for me ..... tons of room,,, Damn I dont remember my knees hitting the wheel like this before?????? I guess the tt is out as well. The 350z is a very snug car IMO. Plus there is little to no room to put anything, ie. groceries, anything u might buy. So for a daily driver this car will be kind of hard to deal with. That is why im really looking at the g35c. Dont get me wrong I really like the 350z I just dont see how taller guys with longer leggs than mine say they fit good in this car. Maybe it is because they really like it and want it, and they are just not admitting they very cramped? I could not blame them thou.
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Originally posted by silvrz5
I dont see how people with longer than 32" inseam feel good in this car. Im 6-2 about 290, and I think this car fits me like a glove, not an OJ glove, but a regular glove. My knees werent hitting the wheel , but i did wish the seat would go back about another inch...... After sitting in this car i got out and sat in a audi tt, sitting about 20 feet from the 350z. I thought before the tt was made for me ..... tons of room,,, Damn I dont remember my knees hitting the wheel like this before?????? I guess the tt is out as well. The 350z is a very snug car IMO. Plus there is little to no room to put anything, ie. groceries, anything u might buy. So for a daily driver this car will be kind of hard to deal with. That is why im really looking at the g35c. Dont get me wrong I really like the 350z I just dont see how taller guys with longer leggs than mine say they fit good in this car. Maybe it is because they really like it and want it, and they are just not admitting they very cramped? I could not blame them thou.
I dont see how people with longer than 32" inseam feel good in this car. Im 6-2 about 290, and I think this car fits me like a glove, not an OJ glove, but a regular glove. My knees werent hitting the wheel , but i did wish the seat would go back about another inch...... After sitting in this car i got out and sat in a audi tt, sitting about 20 feet from the 350z. I thought before the tt was made for me ..... tons of room,,, Damn I dont remember my knees hitting the wheel like this before?????? I guess the tt is out as well. The 350z is a very snug car IMO. Plus there is little to no room to put anything, ie. groceries, anything u might buy. So for a daily driver this car will be kind of hard to deal with. That is why im really looking at the g35c. Dont get me wrong I really like the 350z I just dont see how taller guys with longer leggs than mine say they fit good in this car. Maybe it is because they really like it and want it, and they are just not admitting they very cramped? I could not blame them thou.
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I'm 6'3", 195. My z32 TT fit me perfectly. It was the most comfortable ride I have ever had. My subsequent Mazda Millenia was a horror story. I could either lean the seat way back to get head room and then have to slump forward to reach the wheel, killing my lower back, or I could ride with the top of my head touching the roof with no room to stretch. I sure hope my Z, set to arrive in a few days, is more like the Z32. I don't mind leaning the seat back like an astronaut if I can comfortably reach the steering wheel without having to completely straighten my arms and arch my back forward.