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Old Jul 9, 2013 | 09:29 PM
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Have any of you guys used aftermarket seats in a C3?
What have you had luck with?
How is the fit?
I am not really concerned with looking original.
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Old Jul 9, 2013 | 09:40 PM
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There have been many threads on using other seats. Use the search function. It will give you a nights worth of reading and info. Good luck
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"Search" will overwhelm you.. Lotz on threads on this... I took my seats to a shop... They rebuilt them... padding in the right places.... 2500 mile cruise..."Power Tour".. no problems ....
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Old Jul 9, 2013 | 10:57 PM
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OK not having any luck. Can you suggest key words that may work, I tried "aftermarket seats" then "seats" and not getting any threads on seats.
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http://api.viglink.com/api/click?for...13734280479757
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Old Jul 10, 2013 | 12:40 AM
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thank you oldalaskaman
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Old Jul 10, 2013 | 08:25 AM
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https://www.google.com/search?q=cust...hrome&ie=UTF-8
I always use the google search, it usually brings this forum and several others up with a variety of info

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Old Jul 10, 2013 | 10:04 AM
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I am putting Fiero seats in my 75. Should have them back from upholstery next week.
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http://corbeau.com/products/reclining_seats/a4/

I put the Corbeau A4 in my car. I used a CF vendor (speed direct) and got a discount and free shipping. I think they also have a special bracket that keep headroom the same.

I also purchased the shaved seat option to increase my headroom (if your are over 5’10” you may want to consider this) and the 5th slot install for my seat belt harness.

Some posts:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...-seats-a4.html

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...-a4-seats.html

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...s-in-a-c3.html

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...u-trs-fit.html
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thanks for the links Guy.
Oh and I'm 5'9" I fit in there pretty good
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My two cents

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-g...heres-how.html

I am 165#, 5'11
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I installed C5 seats and love them. They offer more support than oem seats and in my opinion look like they were made for the C3.
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search this forum for 2005-07 Mustang seats. I know if was from a 'stang and I think that was the year. Prices were in the $700-800 range at the time, easy install and looked really comfortable.They are on my wish list in a year or so.
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C5 seats are very comfortable
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C5 seats are very comfortable
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Originally Posted by 929nitro
I am putting Fiero seats in my 75. Should have them back from upholstery next week.
Just a couple minutes of Craigslist searching found lots of Fiero cars available.

http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/cto/3820492918.html

If you could put C3 seats in the Fiero and resell the car making a good buying choice and a little work someone could buy an entire Fiero, get the seats for refurb and swap... resell the Fiero. Solves the sourcing seat issue and may make a little money for some good detailing and maybe some minor mechanical work.


EDIT: I wonder if a used Fiero would sell better with CORVETTE seats?

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I found my Fiero Seats easily using this place...

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http://car-part.com/
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Originally Posted by oldalaskaman
Whoa, I need seats like that. Perfect for my yellow c3.
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I was a little concerned buying 25 year old seats and I was a little concerned with my re-covering abilities...but I'm really glad I went this route. I didn't want something too modern looking, and to me, this is the best mix of correct looks, performance and comfort. Mr Mikes in black leather 68/69 pattern. I paid $150 for the seats and $40ish for shipping from the used car parts link above. The covers were approx. $550. A little pricey for all, but less $$ than most modern performance seats.

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here is a set that was from a 76 ,seats


and tracks good shape $200 plus shipping!
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