997 GT3 Seats
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Can anyone point me to a picture of the 997 GT3 seats we'll be getting in the USA? All of the pix in magazine articles appear to show the Club Sport carbon buckets which won't, apparently, be available here.
My concern is with the fitment of 5-point harnesses. Does anyone know if there are harness slots in the seatbacks/bottom cushions?
-Karl
My concern is with the fitment of 5-point harnesses. Does anyone know if there are harness slots in the seatbacks/bottom cushions?
-Karl
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I currently have full leather in my '04 C4S. I'm ordering an '07 GT3. What exactly is the benefit, if any, of Alcantara? How will the seats wear? What about the steering wheel and shifter? Is Alcantara exclusive to the GT3? If so, is there value in not adding a lot of interior options? I'm planning on using my GT3 as a daily driver and for occasional track time. I'm sorry for all the questions but I want build the right options into the car. Any thoughts?
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Saw a 997 TT Wednesday that had lots of Alcantara in the interior. Functionally, the suede-like surface is grippier, and resists sliding around better than leather. I thought it looked great in the TT, but I haven't a clue about durability.
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Originally Posted by Crazy Canuck
this is the reputed NA version
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btw, those OMP 997 GT3 seats go for about $5k, pretty outrageous + they're made in Italy, home of the "eventual express" order system.
In other news, Recaro has hired a new COO (John Seever) and will be making their own problems with availability and wait-lists a thing of the past. We'll see if Porsche re-signs with Recaro.
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Originally Posted by Andrew D.
I currently have full leather in my '04 C4S. I'm ordering an '07 GT3. What exactly is the benefit, if any, of Alcantara? How will the seats wear? What about the steering wheel and shifter? Is Alcantara exclusive to the GT3? If so, is there value in not adding a lot of interior options? I'm planning on using my GT3 as a daily driver and for occasional track time. I'm sorry for all the questions but I want build the right options into the car. Any thoughts?
Also, it is more temperature neutral - it doesn't feel as hot in summer or as cold in winter when the car has been left standing.
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Originally Posted by Mad Manx
Alcantara provides far better 'grip' for the occupants and, IMO, looks more 'sporting' than full leather.
Also, it is more temperature neutral - it doesn't feel as hot in summer or as cold in winter when the car has been left standing.
Also, it is more temperature neutral - it doesn't feel as hot in summer or as cold in winter when the car has been left standing.
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Originally Posted by Mad Manx
Alcantara provides far better 'grip' for the occupants and, IMO, looks more 'sporting' than full leather.
Also, it is more temperature neutral - it doesn't feel as hot in summer or as cold in winter when the car has been left standing.
Also, it is more temperature neutral - it doesn't feel as hot in summer or as cold in winter when the car has been left standing.
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Originally Posted by khaug
Saw a 997 TT Wednesday that had lots of Alcantara in the interior. Functionally, the suede-like surface is grippier, and resists sliding around better than leather. I thought it looked great in the TT, but I haven't a clue about durability.
-Karl
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Originally Posted by joolsbourne
Anyone know the exact reason why we can't have the Carrera GT seats?
They must be approved as the CGT has them fitted in the US!
They must be approved as the CGT has them fitted in the US!
Here is a picture of the base GT3 with CGT in Alcantara.
Thanks.
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Originally Posted by joolsbourne
Anyone know the exact reason why we can't have the Carrera GT seats?
They must be approved as the CGT has them fitted in the US!
They must be approved as the CGT has them fitted in the US!
This is why some suppliers of specialty models have included a box of parts in the trunk for "track only" fitment by the customer. This circumvents the red tape. So maybe they can fit the rollbar, harnesses and CGT seats in the trunk, right next to the lightweight body panels and lightweight glass.
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