Anybody else having trouble finding comfortable seat position?

obLu · 12-06-2005, 11:17 AM

Couple of times I test drove, didn't have any problems. Now that my car's here I'm having a horrible time finding a position thats comfortable. Or if I do, it's only comfortable for that trip; when I get back in the car it's uncomfortable and I start it all over again. Sometimes I hate power seats ... infinite adjustability = infinite tinkering.

They make any changes to the seats during the september update?

saalim · 12-06-2005, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by obLu

Couple of times I test drove, didn't have any problems. Now that my car's here I'm having a horrible time finding a position thats comfortable. Or if I do, it's only comfortable for that trip; when I get back in the car it's uncomfortable and I start it all over again. Sometimes I hate power seats ... infinite adjustability = infinite tinkering.

They make any changes to the seats during the september update?

Seat Memory!!

F32Fleet · 12-06-2005, 12:34 PM

Tips on proper seating position:
#1 Sit close enough were you can mash the brake pedal to the floor and still have knee that is slightly bent. I mean MASH the pedal to the floor pushing yourself into the back of the seat.

#2 Adjust the steering column and back rest to a point where you can lay both plams/wrists on top of the steering wheel. (FYI...contrary to what some of us older folks were taught...you should drive with hands and 9-3 not 10-2.

#3 The distance between your head and roof should be approx the width of your 1st three fingers..

espo · 12-06-2005, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Socom

Tips on proper seating position:
#1 Sit close enough were you can mash the brake pedal to the floor and still have knee that is slightly bent. I mean MASH the pedal to the floor pushing yourself into the back of the seat.

That would only apply to an automatic. With a manual you should use the clutch as the test instead of the brake (which you will be putting to the floor alot). This means you will have to sit closer than if you just worried at the brake pedal.

David328M-Sport · 12-06-2005, 12:51 PM

i don't have any problem with a comfortable seating position. the memory setting is great.

ThreeBimm · 12-06-2005, 12:56 PM

I'm also having a problem finding a comfortable position. I've had the car for 2.5 weeks and I'm still playing with the seats although I have been noticing it is getting a little more comfortable. I'm not sure if the seats are getting a little broken in or I am just getting more used to it. I think a lot of it has to do with the fact that I drove the same kind of SUV since I got my license until this car and the way I sit in any car was based on the way I drove in my SUV. The BMW isn't set up like my old car so I have to adjust the entire way I drive.

Squawks · 12-06-2005, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Socom

#3 The distance between your head and roof should be approx the width of your 1st three fingers..

Wow, that's sitting quite upright. Definitely a subjective criteria.

obLu · 12-06-2005, 02:55 PM

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With a manual you should use the clutch as the test instead of the brake (which you will be putting to the floor alot). This means you will have to sit closer than if you just worried at the brake pedal.

Which is the problem I'm having, not that the seats are moving around because of the seat memory. I get it nice and comfy in relation to the clutch, then the next time I get in I feel way too close to the dash but then if I move the seat back it's too far for me to comfortably put the clutch into the firewall.

Oh well, probably just because I've been driving automatics for the past couple of years.

Broken1 · 12-06-2005, 03:03 PM

The trick is to move the seat DOWN a little bit.

I felt exactly how you did...since I moved the seat down a bit...i don't feel so close - but then I can still get my feet to the clutch.

My seat is now approx 1/2 way (up and down) and the backrest is at a slight angle. The only time I don't like it is when some one moves it...and I have to find that sweet spot again (no elec seats

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LEDZEP · 12-06-2005, 04:03 PM

I don't have much trouble, and I commute 2 hours each day. I also use the cruise control most of the time, so the challenge is finding a comfortable position for my right leg. This car isn't bad for a low seat sports sedan. I've had worse!

noflash · 12-06-2005, 04:27 PM

Don't get me started.

I've been to the upholsterer twice to resculpt the seat with padding and need to go again.

E46 sport seats were the best!!!

HRC · 12-06-2005, 04:39 PM

I have no problems finding a comfortable seating position, infact, my problem is choosing which seating positions is best, there are so many adjustments! My previous seat was a recaro srd seat, so while not quite as supportive as the srd, much more comfortable and leather too!

Danny

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David328M-Sport Brigadier General 101 Rep 3,566 Posts Drives: F30 M-Sport 328i Estoril Blue Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Melbourne Australia iTrader: (0)	i don't have any problem with a comfortable seating position. the memory setting is great. __________________ 328i M-Sport, Estoril Blue, Carbon XP 35 Tint, front heated seats, black Dakota, Sports Suspension, Anthracite Headliner, HUD, Pro Nav, Sunroof, hk 600w, Bi-Xenon, 19" 403M wheels, Reversing Camera, DAB+, Xenon, BT Ext Connect, MST turbo intake pipe, MST Cold Air Intake, JB4 on Map 2 with Catless DP produces awesome performance in Sport.
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ThreeBimm Private First Class 13 Rep 177 Posts Drives: 325 xi Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: MA iTrader: (0)	I'm also having a problem finding a comfortable position. I've had the car for 2.5 weeks and I'm still playing with the seats although I have been noticing it is getting a little more comfortable. I'm not sure if the seats are getting a little broken in or I am just getting more used to it. I think a lot of it has to do with the fact that I drove the same kind of SUV since I got my license until this car and the way I sit in any car was based on the way I drove in my SUV. The BMW isn't set up like my old car so I have to adjust the entire way I drive.
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Broken1 Addict 203 Rep 2,074 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 40i M-Sport Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ontario iTrader: (0)	The trick is to move the seat DOWN a little bit. I felt exactly how you did...since I moved the seat down a bit...i don't feel so close - but then I can still get my feet to the clutch. My seat is now approx 1/2 way (up and down) and the backrest is at a slight angle. The only time I don't like it is when some one moves it...and I have to find that sweet spot again (no elec seats )
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LEDZEP Lieutenant General 418 Rep 12,276 Posts Drives: 2009 E70 & 2011 F25 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Area 51 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 35i M Sport [7.62] 2009 X5 M Sport [0.00] 2007 328xi E90 [0.00] 2006 325xiT E91 [0.00]	I don't have much trouble, and I commute 2 hours each day. I also use the cruise control most of the time, so the challenge is finding a comfortable position for my right leg. This car isn't bad for a low seat sports sedan. I've had worse! __________________ I think it is bad luck to be superstitious
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F32Fleet Lieutenant General 3575 Rep 10,352 Posts Drives: 2015 435i Join Date: May 2005 Location: Southeastern US iTrader: (0)	Tips on proper seating position: #1 Sit close enough were you can mash the brake pedal to the floor and still have knee that is slightly bent. I mean MASH the pedal to the floor pushing yourself into the back of the seat. #2 Adjust the steering column and back rest to a point where you can lay both plams/wrists on top of the steering wheel. (FYI...contrary to what some of us older folks were taught...you should drive with hands and 9-3 not 10-2. #3 The distance between your head and roof should be approx the width of your 1st three fingers..
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noflash Captain Caveman 148 Rep 1,715 Posts Drives: '06 325eyeyiyi Join Date: May 2005 Location: midwest iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	Don't get me started. I've been to the upholsterer twice to resculpt the seat with padding and need to go again. E46 sport seats were the best!!!
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