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Anyone got Recaro front seats?
Was just reading another thread and slightly hijacked it by asking about where to get the Recaro seats.

TMD do them and they're about £2k a pair. Is this the going rate?

My question is this: With a car like the Defender where there's lots and lots of gear changing and clutch pressing, does the shape of the Recaro seats limit your movement, as they are not as flat as the standard seats or XS seats for example?

Every time I've sat in bucket shaped seats I feel a bit restricted - are these the same?

Are the Recaros much better and nicer to be in than the stock seats? 2016 D4 HSE

1998 110 TUM HS FFR Hard Top XD WOLF

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yes thats about the going rate... factor in the seat runners and all tmd prices are +vat...


these are one of the comfiest seats I've sat in... and I've sat in some fairly pricey cars. not quite bentley arrange but not bad.
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United Kingdom 2008 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 USW Stornoway Grey
To be honest you can't beat the recaros I have some in mine and won't have anything else.

Are they pricey I suppose are they worth it most definitely

I got mine from Urban Truck

1860+vat and I opted for the removable base to access the battery 2008 110 2.4 XS Utility (Hagrid)
2002 90 TD5 Hardtop (Sully) Sold
1998 300TDi D1 (Billy) Sold
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At the risk of being labelled a complete "beanie", I think you should really wait for the release of the all new Exmoor seat on the 16/7 Mr. Green
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the ones that look like the kahn chairs?

good alternative but still think id take recaro's
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Luke
I know... I'm just soo shallow! Especially at the thought of potentially saving of £2K Shocked
But knowing my luck they're probably prove to be sh*te Lol
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Go into your garage & put stuff into rows."
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I have one of the genuine SVX Recaro seats fitted to my side (driver)

Now in its 3rd 110,, most excellent seat Smile no issues whatsoever with steering/gear changing, the extra lateral support is far better and most welcome Last time i looked gen Recaro was over £2k each, http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/Item--i-VPLDS0...oC2uHw_wcB

In hindsight,, would fit the same again,certainly for the driver's side, not so sure i would for the passenger mind !!



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Love the Recaro's had them in the 59 plate Utility & the 62 plate now with another forum member

They Feature in the Bowler as well must say the Premium seats in the AB are comfy thou
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picked these up yesterday for the new 90...

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Beyond my price range by far but all I can say is they must be ultra special to warrant the price or they wouldn't sell.
Are the seat bases and longer than standard?
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if they weren't worth it i wouldnt have bothered for the new car... but they are Very Happy

dont understand your questioning of the bases?
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Ireland 2011 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 CSW Santorini Black
buy the recaros first and the car second thats how good they are. the best mod ever for a defender full stop.
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I have no doubt that Recaros are the ultimate seat modification for a Defender,..... IF they are suitable for YOUR body.
I've had a few cars with Recaros, & for sure, if you like that "wrap around"/ "snug" fit, then you're going to be very happy,....Like I said, Recaros aren't known as "The Best" for no reason.
However, if you're a bit wide in your "lower regions", you might find them a little bit too "snug".....I did at times, but when I lost some weight, I was OK!!
They also do require a bit of care getting in & out,...if your body continually rubs against the seat bolster, the leather will wear quite quickly.
I am NOT knocking the seat, just saying that in my experience, they may not be for everyone.
Pickles.
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United Kingdom 2008 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Stornoway Grey
There are no bolsters to speak of on the 'official Land Rover' ones. See picture above. Steve the seat base is longer than OEM. Over all a damn sight more comfortable, then again you're paying for it.

Thumbs Up If you go through life with your head in the sand....all people will see is an ar5e!!

Treat every day as if it is your last....one day you will be right!!
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