Anyone upset at Honda for the poor seat design?
05-18-2008, 03:43 PM
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I'm 5'10" and the seat fits me well. My legs are slightly bent, but not uncomfortably so. I haven't noticed a lack of thigh support, but would if my legs were longer.
For better thigh support though....that's what the RL is for.
For better thigh support though....that's what the RL is for.
05-18-2008, 04:38 PM
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Thanks for the continued response. I can see that someone under 6' would find the cabin a much better fit. I do drive with my legs bent slightly and as a result the lack of front seat to support the legs is more of an issue. I do have the seat back full bore.
For the question why would 6'1" guy buying the S2k. Why would anyone NOT want to own this car, so I suffer a little. Considering the overall design of the S2k, mid front engine design, the well for the top to store and the fact I can still fit a set of golf clubs and folding cart in the trunk the space is pretty darn good.
As far as tech gizmos that one responder said he doesn't need, this car has a whole passel but not visible. The amazing engine, perhaps the best manual gearbox ever made, the torsen limited slip rear(similar in design to the Hum-Vee's), and the impressive suspension geometry are a few.
I really can't see why a manually adjustable longer seat tilt (or perhaps an optional accessory front of the seat extender) and some adjustable (even air bladder) lumbar support is loading the unit down with needless gadgetry.
Of course the Japan available factory recessed dash GPS display would also be nice but thats for another post.
For the question why would 6'1" guy buying the S2k. Why would anyone NOT want to own this car, so I suffer a little. Considering the overall design of the S2k, mid front engine design, the well for the top to store and the fact I can still fit a set of golf clubs and folding cart in the trunk the space is pretty darn good.
As far as tech gizmos that one responder said he doesn't need, this car has a whole passel but not visible. The amazing engine, perhaps the best manual gearbox ever made, the torsen limited slip rear(similar in design to the Hum-Vee's), and the impressive suspension geometry are a few.
I really can't see why a manually adjustable longer seat tilt (or perhaps an optional accessory front of the seat extender) and some adjustable (even air bladder) lumbar support is loading the unit down with needless gadgetry.
Of course the Japan available factory recessed dash GPS display would also be nice but thats for another post.
05-18-2008, 04:54 PM
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Originally Posted by UMDSuzuka,May 18 2008, 03:07 PM
I'm 6'2" and I feel that the S2000 fits me like a glove.
05-18-2008, 04:58 PM
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Originally Posted by UMDSuzuka,May 18 2008, 05:07 PM
I'm 6'2" and I feel that the S2000 fits me like a glove.
- I'm 6'2" & 200 lbs - both the seat and car fit juuust right.
05-18-2008, 05:06 PM
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Originally Posted by gbaker,May 18 2008, 11:38 AM
For tleed1234, I may have a tip for you on the knee issue. If its your left knee then it may be how you are getting in and out of the car. I mysteriously developed a bad left knee that at times forced me to walk up stairs with tremendously difficulty.
I went to several docs and they all said early arthritis. After driving an auto rental truck vehicle for several months (on a trip) my knee mysteriously almost fully cleared up. Back in the S2k it acted up again. I figured it might be the slushbox trans (but in the end, it wasn't the clutch, it was was the climb into the cab that did it).
I tried a different way to get in and out that was not swinging my self into the seat with the left foot on the ground. I decided to sit in the seat and move both feet in after I was down. Tricky with the tight door opening.
I have not had a single problem in 5 years since the change. Maybe it will help.
I am quite interested in slipangle79's suggestion of aftermarket seats, I don't need racing versions but that seems like a idea worth looking into.
I went to several docs and they all said early arthritis. After driving an auto rental truck vehicle for several months (on a trip) my knee mysteriously almost fully cleared up. Back in the S2k it acted up again. I figured it might be the slushbox trans (but in the end, it wasn't the clutch, it was was the climb into the cab that did it).
I tried a different way to get in and out that was not swinging my self into the seat with the left foot on the ground. I decided to sit in the seat and move both feet in after I was down. Tricky with the tight door opening.
I have not had a single problem in 5 years since the change. Maybe it will help.
I am quite interested in slipangle79's suggestion of aftermarket seats, I don't need racing versions but that seems like a idea worth looking into.
05-18-2008, 05:17 PM
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I once spent 20 hours stright in the seat of my '05 and it was the most comfortable thing I've ever sat in. I have an '07 TL that I'm constantly adjusting on long road trips. I love the seats in the S2000. I'm 5'8" and the car fits perfectly...
05-18-2008, 05:48 PM
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I've done three different two-week, 4500+ mile trips in an S2000, one of which included two back-to-back 12 hour days driving.
And I've never had a problem with the S2000 seats.
And I've never had a problem with the S2000 seats.