View Full Version : 04 WRX seats


kravdra
07-26-2004, 05:35 PM
Ok what do you think of them. Are they comfortable? Supportive? Good quality? etc. I'm looking into buying some for my 99 OBS, and am looking for any and all thoughts and opinions on them. I'm looking for opinions from everyone but I'm 6ft 150lbs, so if ur similar, comfort opinions would probably be more meaningful. (For comfort I'd go sit in them, but I'm stuck in Indiana for the next few weeks, and I think owners (ppl who've been in the car for more than a 2 mi test drive) have more valuable and insightful opinions anyways) Thanks a lot for any responses, and sorry about the oddness of it :) I've been thinking of getting them for a while, but too expensive, and don't know if they're really worth it, but I kinda have a deal right now, so speed is great

Thanx

kravdra
07-26-2004, 05:41 PM
O yea, and anyone know if they r a bolt in fit or if I'll need something or to do something, and anyone know the weight? Thnx

rsracer2005
07-26-2004, 06:04 PM
i got an 05 rs and i got them in my car. they are really comfortable. i saw some on ebay for 450 bucks. the material is really cool because anything will clean right off with a wet cloth. i love my seats. im a little taller than six feet and i fit in them and i weigh 140 ( im only 16). but yeah u cant go wrong with these seats. everyone that drives with me loves them excpet for fat ppl.

rsracer2005
07-26-2004, 06:06 PM
here are some on ebay for 395. they look cool. btw they are a little firmer than sti seats. my friend has an sti and they are more comfortable but also a lot more expensive. the wrx seats kicks ass though.

rsracer2005
07-26-2004, 06:06 PM
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7912892290&category=33701

namakemono
07-26-2004, 06:10 PM
i'm 6'1" and 210lbs.
i think they fit pretty well. the only small problem is getting out.

however, smaller people do complain about it, because its "hard" to get out and what not.

kravdra
07-27-2004, 05:08 PM
Damn, those were the ones I was looking at and (because of you;)) were sold before I could act. but still interested. Since its hard for me to go to a dealer, I was wondering if someone would answer these stupid questions. How different is the color of the center of the seat from the sides (pics may help)? and Does the rear seat have head restraints/rests and a center armrest? Thank you a ton

kravdra
07-27-2004, 08:49 PM
NM, I got em, and saw em. Thanx

RAAZ227
07-27-2004, 09:32 PM
I love them! I's about 5'-9" 135lbs. They feel real suportave to me. There are only 2 problems. 1) If you ever get crumbs in the mesh part of them....good luck! 2) When ever I open the driver side door after it rains water will drip right on the side bolster and leave like a "salt stain". Has anyone had that problem before?? Let me know becuase I need to know how easy it is to clean. Also what to use to clean the stains out.

thebing
07-29-2004, 02:11 PM
i have them, im 5'7" 160 lbs, and it is a little bit hard getting out sometimes, cuz my fat butt doesnt wanna get over the lip on the sides. it feels good, but i heard people like the 02-03 seats because they're more comfy. i rode in an 02, and maybe it was just because his seats were more broken it, but it felt like it was more supportive and it grabbed me better. but i like my 04 seats they look cooler than the 02-03 seats. i dont like the blue design in the older seats. and my 04 seats hold my butt better in the turns. must be the mesh design.

RAAZ227
07-30-2004, 11:35 AM
I like how the 04 seats have that Racing seat look. The intergrated head rest is key! :D

kravdra
07-30-2004, 03:30 PM
Yup, totally agree. Thanx everyone for your contributions, opinions etc. They arrived yesterday, but I won't be able to do anything until sunday. I'll post pics when I get them installed :banana:

WHITEGD8WAGON
07-30-2004, 06:35 PM
Yup, totally agree. Thanx everyone for your contributions, opinions etc. They arrived yesterday, but I won't be able to do anything until sunday. I'll post pics when I get them installed :banana:

This guy you got the seats from has a lot of good stuff. He is local in LA and i keep close touch with im once he get stuff in. He just got a STI today and i have already purchased the complete STI interior, ie, all seats, door panels and carpet off him. will goto his yard on sunday to pick them up.

Other things i am getting from him this sunday:

STI AC control and bezel
STI shift panel, boot and shift knob

And we are still working on a price for the complete set of brakes off the STI...

kravdra
07-30-2004, 06:54 PM
Is he a junkyard type thing? I agree that he's pretty awesome, great prices, and insanely fast/cheap shipping. He's very busy though

WHITEGD8WAGON
07-30-2004, 07:08 PM
Is he a junkyard type thing? I agree that he's pretty awesome, great prices, and insanely fast/cheap shipping. He's very busy though

yup, junk yard. very good guy. busy as hell traveling between us and uk.

WindingRoad
08-04-2004, 10:20 PM
They are uncomfortable for long distance drives. but other than that, i love them.

fuzzymemory
08-06-2004, 07:35 AM
They are uncomfortable for long distance drives. but other than that, i love them.I disagree - I have logged nearly 7k miles on my '04 WRX in two months of ownership, and I find the seats very good for long distance rides. I'm coming from a '00 Accord V6 EX (Power leather adjustable lumbar) and the WRX seats are SO much better and supportive than what I've found in most other cars. I've had many 500+ mile days and never a problem. I'm 6' tall, 180lbs. FYI, I've gotten plenty of compliments about seat comfort ranging from passengers at 5-0, 110 lbs to 5-7, 160lbs to 5-8, 250lbs to 6-8, 300lbs. WAY better than stock Impreza seats.

Red Bar0n
08-06-2004, 08:30 AM
They are uncomfortable for long distance drives. but other than that, i love them.

I am 6' 1'' and 204 lbs. On long drives my lower back has suffered. However, I have this little pillow I use to give my lumbar support. Other than that I like 'em.

A 04 GUIZE
08-07-2004, 07:28 PM
i have a 04 and i hate my seats.the sides don't hold me in good enough.im goona go for sparco's.

kravdra
08-14-2004, 12:20 AM
Well, the backseats don't fit :(

The front are IMO really comfortable, I haven't gone on any big trips 20 mi being the biggest, but I like the idea of more support, although my dad thinks it'd make it way less confortable on long trips. I guess I'll see when I try :)

Thnx for all the replies :)

Red Bar0n
08-14-2004, 09:16 AM
Well, the backseats don't fit :(

The front are IMO really comfortable, I haven't gone on any big trips 20 mi being the biggest, but I like the idea of more support, although my dad thinks it'd make it way less confortable on long trips. I guess I'll see when I try :)

Thnx for all the replies :)

Just don't forget to bring a pillow for your back just incase.