C6 interior issues ??
Drifting
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Anaheim Hills CA
Correct way to get in and out of the car?
Please let me know what is the best way to stop the issue reviewed here. My 08 only has 7200 miles and no problem yet. What is the best way to get in and out??
Racer
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Fort Worth TX
I hate to say it, but...
I've got an '06 coupe with 62,000 miles (daily driver) with no unacceptable wear on the seats. And I don't think I've got a "special" way to get in and out either; I'm careful, but not overly so.
I bought the car "pre-owned" from a local Chevy dealer with 5,000 one-owner miles so the previous owner could have had something done to re-work the guts of the seat before I got the car. From everything I've seen here, though, the contours/shape/material of my side bolsters look the same as everyone elses.
I wonder if there was a design change with Lear mid-year '06 or something?
I've got an '06 coupe with 62,000 miles (daily driver) with no unacceptable wear on the seats. And I don't think I've got a "special" way to get in and out either; I'm careful, but not overly so.
I bought the car "pre-owned" from a local Chevy dealer with 5,000 one-owner miles so the previous owner could have had something done to re-work the guts of the seat before I got the car. From everything I've seen here, though, the contours/shape/material of my side bolsters look the same as everyone elses.
I wonder if there was a design change with Lear mid-year '06 or something?
Last edited by n2f; Jan 5, 2009 at 07:58 AM.
Instructor
Joined: Feb 2008
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From: Pittsburg Kansas
Anyone know how much an oem seat cover for the back would cost? I just bought an 06 with 16k miles a week ago and the outside of the bolster has quite a bit of wear and a couple of small holes. The dealer is going to have someone fix the holes, but I think it will still look like crap once they are done. I may try to talk them into getting a new cover, just curious what it would cost me if they don't go for it.
Le Mans Master
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From: S.F. Bay Area CA.
Get yourselves a set of Coverking Neoprene seat covers. They look just like the stock covers. You can even get them in two tone. They add padding, prevent wear, and feel great. It's like sitting on a wetsuit. They also prevent sliding around in the seat for the racetrack folks. You can get a big discount on them at Costco online. Order them and they get them to you fast, in about 3 days. I didn't want to wear out my seats in my new Vette like I did in my Camaro. I love them, they feel great, and no more worries. 
Last edited by calmtgguy; Jan 5, 2009 at 09:04 PM.
Drifting
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From: Las Vegas Nevada
That's about the best description of the concern. My 2005 with 23,000 miles has no visible wear to the bolster and only minimal signs of use on the seat back and bottom.The major weakness seems to be in the area of the side bolster and the available padding under the seatcover as it relates to the seat frame. I don't drag across my bolster when I enter the car, didn't on my 1997 C5 either and never had any problems with it as well.
Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '08
I dont get what the problem is .... Im 6'3 , 265 pounds - I should be the FIRST guy wearing out the bolsters ....
In 4 Vettes , never had a problem with that .
What am I doing wrong ?
In 4 Vettes , never had a problem with that .
What am I doing wrong ?