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Looking for maximum comfort replacement seats

Old Aug 10, 2024 | 05:59 PM
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Looking for maximum comfort replacement seats

The seats in my T/A are showing their age, I’ve already mixed and matched to make a decent set and it’s looking threadbare again. My wife has scoliosis. We’ve been around 2 cars ever that had seats comfortable enough for her to road trip, a Jeep Liberty and a Kia Sportage - most if this due to available adjustment.

Before I go full custom

Would I be waisting my time trying 4th gen seats? Are they virtually the same comfort level as third gen?

Do you have a suggestion for modern GM coupe seats that offer more comfort and adjustment that can be adapted without welding?
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Old Aug 19, 2024 | 07:01 PM
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Re: Looking for maximum comfort replacement seats

Todays find on marketplace.


98 Sunfire Coupe buckets,
Free to good home.

They’ve cleaned up decent.

Driver side lumbar is a nice bonus.

Ill try them on the third gen rails later this week.




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Old Aug 20, 2024 | 11:35 AM
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Re: Looking for maximum comfort replacement seats

Those actually look pretty close to a 3rd Gen firebird seat. a less discerning eye will never know the difference. nice find! (my BMW 545 Sport Seats are by far the most comfy seats I've ever had.)
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Old Aug 20, 2024 | 12:30 PM
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Re: Looking for maximum comfort replacement seats

If you are looking for adjustable seats that bolt right into a 3rd gen F-body, I have a pair of gray cloth Firebird adjustable seats (RPO 82D?) that have been in storage over 20 years (excellent condition). I also have a pair of Camaro Lear Siegler seats that need reupholstering.
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Old Aug 20, 2024 | 06:11 PM
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Re: Looking for maximum comfort replacement seats

Originally Posted by LiquidBlue
Those actually look pretty close to a 3rd Gen firebird seat. a less discerning eye will never know the difference. nice find! (my BMW 545 Sport Seats are by far the most comfy seats I've ever had.)
I thought so too, they’re missing the seatbelt loop unfortunately. I’m hopeful the integrated seatbelt latch will fit the thirdgen belt.
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Old Aug 20, 2024 | 06:13 PM
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Re: Looking for maximum comfort replacement seats

Originally Posted by His92B4C
If you are looking for adjustable seats that bolt right into a 3rd gen F-body, I have a pair of gray cloth Firebird adjustable seats (RPO 82D?) that have been in storage over 20 years (excellent condition). I also have a pair of Camaro Lear Siegler seats that need reupholstering.
There’s a fellow locally who has fabric GTA seats that might be my final purchase, there a bit spendy being that the bottoms need a little work - but nothing should top the ultima gta seat.
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Old Aug 21, 2024 | 04:59 PM
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Re: Looking for maximum comfort replacement seats

Not the Ultimas I was looking for, but the Ultimas I found on marketplace.

drivers side needs attention in the usual areas, passenger is near mint.



Forgive the state of my service van.
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Old Sep 17, 2024 | 12:16 AM
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Re: Looking for maximum comfort replacement seats

4th gen Firebird seats are definitely an upgrade from the Camaro. Try to find a Trans Am with the air bladders and have her sit in it and see what happens. If she gives thumbs up then you know what to look for. Be sure to grab the wire harness and air tubes that cross over from driver seat to passenger.

Edit: oops, I didn't notice you already bought some seats. Hope it worked out.
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