C'mon guys, back on topic with the Recaro seats please. We have female members who deserve a bit of respect and decorum from us on our forum. Thank you
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he doesn't need 2 recaros... screw the passenger hahah.
if anything, you could always get those jdm recaro baby seats... assuming you have a kid or maybe in the future.
I only want one, passenger can sit in the trunk for all I care
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for the amount of money that it would take to fit 2 power Recaro seats in the IS, I would rather get my wife a boob job.
very very funny. I am glad my wife has endowments naturally. I will save my money for mods. lol
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I think the recaro seat would be comfortable, but you'd lose:
power controls;
lumbar support (as far as I know);
the automatic settings linked to your key fob and the three buttons on the door; and
cooled seats.
That's a lot to lose, especially when the stock seats are so comfortable. Good luck regardless of your decision, and please post some pictures if you go for it.
I think the recaro seat would be comfortable, but you'd lose:
power controls;
lumbar support (as far as I know);
the automatic settings linked to your key fob and the three buttons on the door; and
cooled seats.
That's a lot to lose, especially when the stock seats are so comfortable. Good luck regardless of your decision, and please post some pictures if you go for it.
You might want to reconsider that statement. From here.
The "Topline" upgrades the "Sportline" trim level with the RECARO comfort package: RECARO ventŪ system, seat heating and electrical recline adjustment, and electric seat height and tilt adjustment. Sportiness, comfort and ergonomics are married like no other.
The Recaro Topline offers extensive features, superior comfort and fascinating design: the RECARO sport with integrated and fully upholstered head restraint.
Special Feature:
RECARO ventŪ system, seat heating and electrical recline adjustment, and electric seat height and tilt adjustment.
Standard Features:
Belt guides for 4-point harness, 3-point seat belt can also be used
Integrated and fully-upholstered head restraint
* Distinct shoulder contours relieve strain on the supporting muscular system during fast cornering
Distinctive side bolsters for excellent support in fast bends
Lumber support: through the RECARO airmaticŪ system for effective lumber support
For easy operations: seat back can be released and adjusted for tilt on both sides
Most performance mods need a watch and timed course to demonstrate actual improvement. Few deliver the advertised claims. Many are actually worse than stock. The best performance mods are made to the driver.
Emotional arguments - They're not just for chicks anymore.
The Recaro has ventilated/heated cushion, and manual lumbar support. Aren't you still losing all power controls, seat memory, side air bags, and the high quality leather that comes standard on the seats?!?
I'm sure there are benefits to having these, but to me it's a downgrade unless you're constantly in corners and using your car primarily for autocross.
The Recaro has ventilated/heated cushion, and manual lumbar support. Aren't you still losing all power controls, seat memory, side air bags, and the high quality leather that comes standard on the seats?!?
I'm sure there are benefits to having these, but to me it's a downgrade unless you're constantly in corners and using your car primarily for autocross.
If I were getting these, I would get the bare bones stripped version with all manual adjustments so they would be as light as possible. Who needs heated seats with cloth anyway? I bet you could strip 100 lbs of weight by switching both seats. That's a very significant drop in weight.
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The Recaro has ventilated/heated cushion, and manual lumbar support. Aren't you still losing all power controls, seat memory, side air bags, and the high quality leather that comes standard on the seats?!?
I'm sure there are benefits to having these, but to me it's a downgrade unless you're constantly in corners and using your car primarily for autocross.
Did you read the entire list of specs? Electric recline, seat height, and tilt, RECARO airmaticŪ lumbar system (also electrically operated) - choice of fabric, leather, suede in many colors.
I've also never heard anyone describe Japanese leather as high quality. It's not bad, but it surely isn't Connolly leather and no one will mistake it for Connolly. We also didn't pay the Connolly price either.
The thing most glaringly missing from the OEM seats is a near complete lack of side bolsters. If I were to put in aftermarket seats, it would be to remedy this issue. I do not feel secure in the car while really making it work around a corner.
Most performance mods need a watch and timed course to demonstrate actual improvement. Few deliver the advertised claims. Many are actually worse than stock. The best performance mods are made to the driver.
Emotional arguments - They're not just for chicks anymore.
Did you read the entire list of specs? Electric recline, seat height, and tilt, RECARO airmaticŪ lumbar system (also electrically operated) - choice of fabric, leather, suede in many colors.
I've also never heard anyone describe Japanese leather as high quality. It's not bad, but it surely isn't Connolly leather and no one will mistake it for Connolly. We also didn't pay the Connolly price either.
The thing most glaringly missing from the OEM seats is a near complete lack of side bolsters. If I were to put in aftermarket seats, it would be to remedy this issue. I do not feel secure in the car while really making it work around a corner.
Nope, missed some of the specs - thanks for clarifying. It's still a step down in my opinion, but you know what they say about opinions. Still losing at least some of the OEM functionality, and the airbags. If you're into tuners I'm sure these are cool, but I'd feel like a jackass picking up a client in a car with these. It's all perspective...
Re: the leather, I find the quality of leather Lexus uses to be more than adequate - very soft, wears well, cleans and conditions beautifully, and very comfortable to sit on. Those are my standards for good leather...Connolly might be better, but I'm not sure I'd be willing to pay the premium.
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