> I, too, drive my GT6 to work regularly (when I don't walk), and it's a
> chore getting into it (I'm 6'4"), so addition wing supports would
> definitely make the process worse.
>
> The original poster complained of lumbar trouble because he had to
> slouch down to fit into the car, and I concur--my knees are up around
> the steering wheel (smaller steering wheel helps in that regard). The
> problem is that most aftermarket seats today equipped with adjustable
> lumbar support, such as those available from Recaro, are broader than
> will fit in a GT6, and racing seats have considerable lateral support,
> making them difficult to get into. I'm still looking for a seat which is
> thin enough fit, shallow enough to provide additional leg room, and
> still provide some margin of comfort.
>
> The other detraction is cost--aftermarket seats are quite high-priced.
> If I find one which fits well and does all those things, I'll be sure to
> let everyone know, but I haven't found it yet.
>
> Cheers.
So what exactly is it that attracts you vertically-gifted people to GT-6's? I
always
surprised by how many very tall people I meet who own GT-6's, but who can't get
in and
out of them...
As far as aftermarket seats goes - call Europa Specialist Spares in the UK
(from US
dial 0144-1283-815609). I've bought several different styles of aftermarket
seats
from them over the years and always been pleased with what I've got. Their
catalog
shows a lot of different styles you don't see other places, and most of the
pictures
give dimensions. Prices are pretty reasonable - ranging from $125 to about
$400 per
seat depending on style and upholstery material.
It's been a little while since I bought from them and the catalog I've got
doesn't
list a website, but maybe one of our UK listers knows if they have a URL.
Regards,
Brian Schlorff '61 TR-4 '64 TR-4 '72 TR-6 '79 Spit
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