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12-21-2020, 07:00 PM | #15 |
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I’m tall (6’3”) with long legs, but I’m skinny about 180lbs. The seats are snug but just about perfect for me, except for leg support. I wish they had the little seat extenders like BMW. Honestly I think anyone over 240lbs is going to feel very uncomfortable in this car. It’s a deceptively wide chassis, which makes for a roomier interior, but it’s still a small car. I can’t fit in a Miata very comfortably, the seats don’t move back far enough. In the twins you have a lot more range of movement, I can even move back far enough that I’m too far from the pedals. But I think the seats could be an issue for you.
Like others have mentioned these cars are LOW, especially with lowering springs like my car. It’s not Lotus low, but you sort of fall into the car. It all adds up to a really fun and unique driving experience, but there are some sacrifices. I really hope you can make it work! If not now then soon. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Im hoping because I carry most my fat in my stomach, ass, and legs, that im sorta wider in front and back than side to side it will work out. I SHOULD hopefully be getting into one today, so wish me luck. Im kinda planning unless its just not physically possible to get in, or extremely uncomfortable, to just continue to lose weight to fit better. |
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12-22-2020, 01:57 PM | #18 | |
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Mazda Miata, Honda S2000 and Mazda Rx are vastly tighter than BRZ. I couldn’t even get in the Honda. Getting in and out of the car has not been an issue even with my moderate arthritis in one hip. I hope it works out for you. Worst case- lose 20 pounds and go back |
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12-23-2020, 07:33 AM | #19 |
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Yeah ....so apparently carmax damaged the front bumper during shipment so they are having to replace it lol, fml. Didnt get to sit it one yet. In other news might probably be getting a WRX built to the gills.
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12-25-2020, 04:45 PM | #20 |
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Very individual I think. You need to check one out for yourself. At 6’2, 210, no trouble whatsoever. I feel like I’ve got plenty of room. Body shape can make a huge difference.
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I own a 2013 BRZ. I’m about 350-360ish and 6’2. When I originally bought my car I was closer to 310 and felt fine. Now the steering wheel hits my right thigh extended out and up to the max but I still enjoy back roads, ect. My biggest issue is not really being able to heel toe. Fitting in the seat however isn’t much of an issue for me. I feel comfortable and regularly go on long drives. I just found out about the 949 extender in this thread and I’m hoping it gets the steering wheel where I need it off my thigh. Would be a dream honestly to complete the comfort levels. If the steering wheel raised just a little bit more I’d be fine too. Hope this helps. |
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Hey OP - I have a 2015 and my husband is of similar weight and height to you. He doesn't like to drive my car because it isn't comfortable. Just asked him what exactly was uncomfortable about it. He said the bolsters near rib cage are tight, his left leg rubs the door, real low to climb in and out of, and that will wear out the hip bolsters sooner.
I'm not a small person myself and I'm vertically challenged. At about 5'2" and 220lbs, I have never had a more comfortable car. I feel like it was made to fit me and I love it. |
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OP really just needs to have a good long sit in one. Ignore tall and small one. Look at 4 middle.
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OP. Search some local guys and they will let you sit in it. I know with COVID there maybe be more concern then usual. But a minute or two in a car won’t hurt anyone. You will know right away how much of an issue it will be. That said the WRX will have more room, but the seat bolster could still be an issue.
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At 230 6' the bolsters are kind of tight. Can't imagine 300 lbs being comfortable. You're gonna be sitting on top of the bolsters on the seats i think, but depends how the fat is distributed on your body.
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I'm ~250 at 5'10 and I find the car to be very comfortable. I am decently strong with big back/shoulders and big legs. Car feels far roomier than miata and focus ST as it's a pretty open/airy cock pit. Good luck OP!
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