racing seats

Merzbow · Post by **Merzbow** » Sat Dec 13, 2003 4:25 am

I was lookin for some Sparco Fighters on ebay and I came across these...TRD racing seats. 4 pnt harness compatable also I think they would look great. And are only $400 a pair instead of $1200 a pair for the Sparcos....it says it fits Matrix so it must fit the Vibe as well.http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...21350

Rico Rose · Post by **Rico Rose** » Sat Dec 13, 2003 12:06 pm

those look sweet. they look like the seats in the vibe GTR that made the rounds at all the car shows... Did you bid on them?

Merzbow · Post by **Merzbow** » Sat Dec 13, 2003 2:02 pm

Nope, I'm broke after Christmas shopping. From the looks of it, there are alot of those seats... I found atleast 40. So chances are they will be there for a while, and I'll probably get them by spring or summer.

frostyGT · Post by **frostyGT** » Tue Jan 20, 2004 1:20 pm

Just so you know, those are not TRD seats. They look pretty nice, but they are definitely fake. TRD seats go for about $800 each. Here is a link to see the genuine TRD seats:http://www.toyota-trd.com/en/strt/sposeat.htmlHope that helps. I'd hate to see you get ripped-off. Damon

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AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Tue Jan 20, 2004 4:05 pm

yep, those seats on ebay are just a cheap replica with trd stitched on them. probably made in china.

drunkenmaxx · Post by **drunkenmaxx** » Tue Jan 20, 2004 10:15 pm

i dont see the need for race seats in a car w/130 horses. you can get the race seat look w/seat covers for a lot cheaper!

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Tue Jan 20, 2004 11:58 pm

Quote, originally posted by drunkenvibe Â»i dont see the need for race seats in a car w/130 horses. you can get the race seat look w/seat covers for a lot cheaper! I agree with you. The stock Vibe seats are perfectly adequate.

drunkenmaxx · Post by **drunkenmaxx** » Wed Jan 21, 2004 10:03 pm

Quote, originally posted by Sunny Â» I agree with you. The stock Vibe seats are perfectly adequate.not to mention comfy, which is not the main function of a racing seat. i also don't like squeezing my wide (removed) between those things on the side of racing seats!

dsegundo · Post by **dsegundo** » Tue Jun 29, 2004 1:01 am

Bump: I was interested in the racing seats because when I take a turn I feel like I'm sliding around. Anyone check out the cheap seats on E-bay? I'm sure the Matrix sseasts would fit on the vibes right? Bueller?

russ257 · Post by **russ257** » Tue Jun 29, 2004 4:26 am

all the seats i see are decent look when i search trd seats on ebay. i wouldnt replace mine though cause i have side airbags

Merzbow · Post by **Merzbow** » Tue Jun 29, 2004 5:36 am

Yea after sittingin the autocross at the meet I like hte feel of racing seats. As far as stock seats being adequete(sp?) Everything on the car is adequete it's just a matter of waht your personal opinions are. I think racing seats look awsome. The perfect accent for the interrior. They give the car a more agressive look, even if it isn't very fast. I'm saving for the ebay seats right now. I have about $100 so far...WOOO only $250 more!!! lol, I've got a loooong way to go but I think it'll be worth it.

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Tue Jun 29, 2004 6:28 am

i sat in those seats in the autocross and HATED them! would never ever get racing seats. but i also believe that if you get racing seats, you should have an engine to back up the need for it. otherwise it's just rice. but that's my opinion... if you like them, that's what really counts. heck, i got plenty of rice on mine. LOL

Merzbow · Post by **Merzbow** » Tue Jun 29, 2004 7:58 am

Nah, screw the seats....I'll get something bette rlike exhaust or something.

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Tue Jun 29, 2004 8:09 am

now you're talking! screw the seats! get the exhaust!!! and that group buy is what, $100 less than those "take off" seats anyways... add some real power to the vibe.

drunkenmaxx · Post by **drunkenmaxx** » Wed Jun 30, 2004 5:42 am

Quote, originally posted by trdvibe Â»now you're talking! screw the seats! get the exhaust!!! and that group buy is what, $100 less than those "take off" seats anyways... add some real power to the vibe. >yeah, get some exhaust! you have no idea how lucky you are to have one available for your car!

Merzbow · Post by **Merzbow** » Fri Jul 02, 2004 2:27 pm

lol. I'm getting springs first. I wont be able to get hte exhaust with the job I have. The $80 difference between springs and exhaust is too much (removed). I'll figure something out. I'll let you all know whenthe time comes.

Mr. Poopypants · Post by **Mr. Poopypants** » Sat Jul 03, 2004 1:51 am

Quote, originally posted by drunkenvibe Â»i dont see the need for race seats in a car w/130 horses. you can get the race seat look w/seat covers for a lot cheaper!Amen brother. You beat me to it.

dsegundo · Post by **dsegundo** » Sat Jul 03, 2004 3:00 am

I've got a hip problem and keep finding the fact that I'm sliding around in the std. seat. If I had more bolsters it would be great.

Merzbow · Post by **Merzbow** » Sun Jul 04, 2004 2:26 am

Yeah me too. I just got my (fake)TRD shoulder pads. They are really comfortable, the seat belt doesn't cut off my neck anymore. I'll send pics next time I go to my dad's.

dsegundo · Post by **dsegundo** » Sun Jul 04, 2004 2:39 am

Cool. I'm not sure the shoulder pads would keep my fat (removed) in the seat

Merzbow · Post by **Merzbow** » Sun Jul 04, 2004 2:43 am

(removed), they don't keep me in the seat but they help prevent the seat belt from burrowing into your skin lol.

Smokin' Rubber · Post by **Smokin' Rubber** » Fri Jul 09, 2004 7:05 pm

See I want racing seats for those times when I try to take corners at 55mph too many sidways G's to keep even in the seat lol

Mavrik · Post by **Mavrik** » Sat Jul 10, 2004 12:12 am

Racing seats are a lot of fun but you have to get good ones to have a comfortable ride on those long hauls... For those good soft on the (removed) and reclinable seats... lots of $$$ Sparco has good ones.If I ever have the money and can find exactly what I am looking for, I'll maybe get some.

Smokin' Rubber · Post by **Smokin' Rubber** » Sat Jul 10, 2004 12:45 am

Sparco Milano 2's thats where it's at hehe

Merzbow · Post by **Merzbow** » Sat Jul 10, 2004 2:14 am

I like the Sparco Fighters...those are nice and comfy looking, but really expensive.

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