MaelstrØm

I have a Track model with the track seats and the full set of six airbags.

Let me preface this by saying two things: (1) I have a hip injury and (2) the seats in my 350z have always been too hard and small for my frame. By this, I mean that my rib cage and hips are both larger than the width of the bolsters on the seat (yes, I am very tall), so they squeeze me, sometimes uncomfortably after a long drive.

I know the 350z is a sports car and these are firm hugging seats, but they are meant for someone 5"10, not 6"5.

After my recent hip injury, the seats are unbearable as the pinching of the bolster is brutal. I have thought about the changing out the seats before, but now I am really considering it. This would also be a good chance to get a seat that is a bit lower, so I have an inch or two more headroom.

Recaros look fine, but I am worried they might also be too thin. Are there any versions of the seats in the 350z model line that I can swap in that are more comfy? Maybe some owners of those seats can voice up. What about G35 seats, I think those have been fairly comfy? Are they compatible, given that they are the same chassis?

Relevant thread:
https://my350z.com/forum/g35-g37/569...s-vs-350z.html

UPDATE: People complain about the G35 seats as well. Apparently the seat rails are taller than on most japanese cars, which causes problems for taller/wider Americans.
http://forums.automotive.com/70/1029...g35/index.html

derekinthez

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I found the best thing to do is find a shop with a showroom, one that has some exemplars on-site and try them out. Then, just find one that feels the best.

terrasmak

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G35 Sedan seats may work. My mom just had her hip replaced over the summer and my Z seats ride on her scar, but her G sedan is fine.

World Famous Z

iTrader: (42)

you can try the Recaro speed seats, they are still sporty, but have a bit less of a "hug" from the boltsers. Also, Bride offers a reclining seat with a virtually flat bottom cushion portion of the seat that might work for you as well

The other thing you can do is take the car to an upholstery shop in your area and see if they can remove padding from your seats OR if they can slightly re-structure your seats to fit you more to your liking...

=BANKS=

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interesting, the other day I was riding around in my friends 07 mustang gt, and I was impressed w the leather seats it has.

Anyone know if they can fit in the 350?

Hokie350Z

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Did you ever find a solution? I tore my rib cage and obliques muscles in a triathlon last year and when ever I drive my car for over a week, the same pain returns. So, I need a sit that's a little wider in the ribcage area. Does anyone have any suggestions?

STL 350Z

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In the same boat since my surgery for a herniated disc. The stock seats are small torture devices for those of us with bad backs...

NA&CH

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I have a bad lower back(slipped disc) and I dont think its the seat as much as the ride itself.

Chris

STL 350Z

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If the seats had adjustable lumbar I think it would be better. My Z actually rides better than the wrx I had. Though I am on stock suspension...

BoomerZ33

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have you considered the G37 seats? they felt amazing to me. but they must cost an arm and a leg tho

RandyK1

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You should try the Corbeau LG1 seats. They are wider then the stock seats and will still fit in the Z. You can also get inflatable lumbar support added to them for $99 more. http://www.corbeau.com/products/reclining_seats/lg1/

Flo-ridaZ33

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I'll have info on OMP's that may help you out. I don't have hip problems but just a little chubby around the hips, they look extremely comfortable and I routinely take the Z for long trips so maybe the info will be relevant the your situation.

Hokie350Z

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I heard that the G37 seats don't fit, anyone know if that's true or not?