Dealer Discouraged Sport Bucket Seats?
#136
Just wondering if anyone knows more about the differences in the bucket seats that come with the 918. I went on the 918 configurator for kicks and noticed different options for the buckets. On the US configurator, there are two kinds of buckets-- Lightweight Bucket Seats (photo #1) and Lightweight Bucket Racing Seats (photo #2). The description states the seats are identical except for firmer foam on the latter. The German site shows the same seats. Does anyone know anything more about these?
re: Seat Padding.
PAG offers the 918 Spyder with 'lightweight bucket seats' as standard. However, they also offer these options on that model:
a) extra seat padding (option code 871)
b) firmer padding on driver's side only (option P10).
c) electric height adjustment for passenger side (its standard on driver's side). That is option 543 and not available in US 918 models.
d) 6 point seat belts (option P14)
e) electric comfort heating (option 649).
And the reason why I'm posting this on the GT3 forum is then, I was curious if people anticipate the GT3 will get the regular buckets, or the racing version. You'd think they would offer the racing version since the reason why most would order buckets is to track the car. But strangely the description on the GT3 configurator reads mostly like the regular 918 buckets (apart from the line about low seat surface / centre of gravity). (FWIW, the Canadian GT3 configurator still does not list buckets even though they can be ordered.)
Just thought I'd throw this out there for interest and any comments.
Just thought I'd throw this out there for interest and any comments.
Saludos,
Eduardo
Carmel
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#138
#139
Just some feedback on fit as I spent a small amount of time in a 918 this weekend. The car had the Weissach package and I found them comfortable, probably a little more padding than what I would ideally want, but actually preferred them over the 18 way seats.
I'm 6'4" 225 lbs, size 44L business suit (34/35 waist depending on how many business dinners that week).
Very happy that I had my slot pushed back to make the seats happen.
I'm 6'4" 225 lbs, size 44L business suit (34/35 waist depending on how many business dinners that week).
Very happy that I had my slot pushed back to make the seats happen.
#140
Instructor
For those concerned that fixed-backrest bucket seats will be uncomfortable on long trips, don't be. I was worried too but I've had some 10 hour days in the saddle and they are perfect. Not once have I wished to alter the backrest. The adjustable steering column means you can get your reach just right, then you are good to go.
#141
Just some feedback on fit as I spent a small amount of time in a 918 this weekend. The car had the Weissach package and I found them comfortable, probably a little more padding than what I would ideally want, but actually preferred them over the 18 way seats.
I'm 6'4" 225 lbs, size 44L business suit (34/35 waist depending on how many business dinners that week).
Very happy that I had my slot pushed back to make the seats happen.
I'm 6'4" 225 lbs, size 44L business suit (34/35 waist depending on how many business dinners that week).
Very happy that I had my slot pushed back to make the seats happen.
#142
#143
#144
I sat in the 18-ways in a 2014 GT3 over the weekend and they weren't the most comfortable seats and I have Recaros in my other cars, so with your input, I figured the buckets can't be much worse.
I've changed my order and I'm now getting the buckets, lol.
Now it's time for me to lose some weight. I have until January (although the holidays will be a bit tough). It's a good incentive
#147
Three Wheelin'
Did your original production date move up? That is the earliest lightweight sport seat production date I have heard of.....the only dates that have been thrown around to me have been 1st week of Nov. I guess the day after body shop entry it will be Nov anyways?
#148
Three Wheelin'
Mine enters body shop 10/31 also but my lightweight bucket sears got kicked out. Couldn't change build date any later so ok with 4 way std seats. Have gt2 seats in my 2007 gt3. Wife happier with heated std seats. Not meant to be for me. Later May outfit track seats in after see what Porsche techquipment in the spring presents an aftermarket seat.
#149
My original production date was earlier but I think they were able to move it back to get the buckets.