Are sports seats worth the extra
02-13-2006, 02:08 PM
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I used to have the std seats and now have sports seats. The only difference is that the sports seats support the body more at the seat edges and have an adjustable thigh support (crumb collector). There is virtually no difference in comfort. I personally prefer the sports seats as I found the std seats are a bit flat.
02-13-2006, 02:41 PM
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My Ride: On Order, due in May - 2007MY 530D SE, Silver Grey, Black Dakota, Auto, Brushed aluminium shadowline,sports seats / wheel, hi fi speakers, mats, space saver wheel and a few more bits
Originally Posted by Merv the Derv' post='239633' date='Feb 13 2006, 11:08 PM
I used to have the std seats and now have sports seats. The only difference is that the sports seats support the body more at the seat edges and have an adjustable thigh support (crumb collector). There is virtually no difference in comfort. I personally prefer the sports seats as I found the std seats are a bit flat.
02-13-2006, 03:10 PM
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My Ride: mystic blue 530i, auburn dakota, sport, nav, cold, dob 1-25-2006
Originally Posted by 07530d' post='239657' date='Feb 13 2006, 06:41 PM
Think I agree with that. The 525d I spun - see earlier post - hadstandard seats and they were flat and un supportive when cornering. Will add sport seats to my order (to go with the sport steering wheel). No more additions now - budget gone
02-13-2006, 03:24 PM
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I would also want the sport seats to be even more sportier even in detriment of confort. That's how i see them. More lateral grip. I'm only 79 kilos btw.
02-13-2006, 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by BetterMakeWay' post='239691' date='Feb 14 2006, 12:24 AM
I would also want the sport seats to be even more sportier even in detriment of confort. That's how i see them. More lateral grip. I'm only 79 kilos btw.
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02-13-2006, 03:25 PM
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My Ride: 2013 535i (White with Oyster Interior. Premium Package, Navigation, Technology Pacakge, Park Distance Control, and Rear View Camera)
I have sport seats. Prefer regular or comfort seats over sports.
02-13-2006, 03:39 PM
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I've also sport seats, but full electrical & heated. I like to be kept in my seat when I drive more "dynamicly".
Only one detail : it's more difficult to get out of the car.
Sport seats are better than standard, but confort seats are more ... confortable. I should like the dubble adjustable position for the back, plus the larger & adjustable 3 ways headrest.
But definetly the sport seats are the best for the inside look of the car.
Only one detail : it's more difficult to get out of the car.
Sport seats are better than standard, but confort seats are more ... confortable. I should like the dubble adjustable position for the back, plus the larger & adjustable 3 ways headrest.
But definetly the sport seats are the best for the inside look of the car.
02-15-2006, 11:40 AM
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My Ride: On Order, due in May - 2007MY 530D SE, Silver Grey, Black Dakota, Auto, Brushed aluminium shadowline,sports seats / wheel, hi fi speakers, mats, space saver wheel and a few more bits
Originally Posted by Merv the Derv' post='239633' date='Feb 13 2006, 11:08 PM
I used to have the std seats and now have sports seats. The only difference is that the sports seats support the body more at the seat edges and have an adjustable thigh support (crumb collector). There is virtually no difference in comfort. I personally prefer the sports seats as I found the std seats are a bit flat.
02-15-2006, 12:46 PM
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My Ride: Black on Black 545i Auto, Sport, NAV, Sirius, Cold Weather
Wifey drives an X5 4.4 with Sport
I prefered the sport seats. I like to be coddled.
At risk of opening up a huge can of worms, is it me, or are the comfort seats ugly?
At risk of opening up a huge can of worms, is it me, or are the comfort seats ugly?
02-15-2006, 12:55 PM
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My Ride: E61 525i SE Touring Automatic - Titanium Grey II, Auburn-Dakota Leather, 17" Light Alloy Wheels Star-Spoke Styling 138, Anthracite Headlining, Maple Wood, Electric Front Seats, Front Seat Heating, Automatic Air Conditioning Advanced, Navigation System Professional, Bluetooth phone prep, Professional radio, Hi-Fi Loudspeaker system, Park Distance Control, Rear Side Airbags, Side Blinds
Originally Posted by Captain Tenneal' post='240710' date='Feb 15 2006, 09:46 PM
I prefered the sport seats. I like to be coddled.
At risk of opening up a huge can of worms, is it me, or are the comfort seats ugly?
At risk of opening up a huge can of worms, is it me, or are the comfort seats ugly?
... yes they look pretty ugly to mee too.