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Will I fit?
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Will I fit?
Kind of a stupid question. I have an appointment to see a 1982 Corvette in 2 weeks. However, I've not driven one of these cars since I was in High School. I'm 6'3", 250 lbs; will I fit? I just don't want to waste my time or the owners if it's not going to work.
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I am 5'7" not that large, hubby is 6'3 and a little bigger than you. We both fit fine in our 78. More room in it than is in my98 Camaro. He HATES getting in it and refuses to ride in it most of the time. Good luck with it. Honestly, you never know until you try. 
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I am 6'3' 250 as well. I have a 73 4 speed with a non tilt column. I had to take the door pull off the door in order to get my foot up high enough to push in the clutch. It is a very tight fit that you will get used to. I have heard that the later C3s have more room so you may not have a problem I believe I am going to get a small steering wheel in order to accommodate all my mass.
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From: The Valley of The Sun AZ
Originally Posted by James B
I am 6'3' 250 as well. I have a 73 4 speed with a non tilt column. I had to take the door pull off the door in order to get my foot up high enough to push in the clutch. It is a very tight fit that you will get used to. I have heard that the later C3s have more room so you may not have a problem I believe I am going to get a small steering wheel in order to accommodate all my mass.
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From: Arlington Va Current ride 04 vert, previous vettes: 69 vert, 77 resto mod
Originally Posted by i885744
sounds like a 77+ thing. I'm 6'2 and barely fit in the 73.
no, its a 78+ thing , the two part seats give more space...they are lower....
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Originally Posted by i885744
sounds like a 77+ thing. I'm 6'2 and barely fit in the 73.
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From: Central KY
Originally Posted by i885744
sounds like a 77+ thing. I'm 6'2 and barely fit in the 73.
