How can I obtain more leg room in E60 545i
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Ok, I have an 05 545i sport and would love an extra inch or two of leg room. I am 6'5. Are there any tricks to achieve this. I know the old 5 series had a clip in the chair rail, but there is nothing like that on my E60. Does anyone know any DIY's to gain the extra room? any help would be MUCH appreciated 
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Since I have nothing substantive to offer, how about another smart@$$ comment?
Remove the front seat and sit in the back seat?
Seriously, I'm just a touch under 6'0 (depends on the haircut
a la Fletch) and my seat is back almost as far as it goes. I hauled a friend from Holland around, who is about 6'3, and he was not comfortable. Sorry. Hopefully someone has a trick.
Remove the front seat and sit in the back seat?
Seriously, I'm just a touch under 6'0 (depends on the haircut
a la Fletch) and my seat is back almost as far as it goes. I hauled a friend from Holland around, who is about 6'3, and he was not comfortable. Sorry. Hopefully someone has a trick.
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I'm not sure you'll find a good driving position ... I found myself to get more comfortable in E65 regarding leg room and arm position.
