Any Regrets
Team Owner
Joined: Apr 2013
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From: Chirper Island
Absolutely no regrets, here!
I drove 600 miles today, and will drive another 500 tomorrow and again the next day. The seats are perfectly comfortable for me, but Mrowc6 doesn't find them so for long distances. He prefers the C6, so I left him behind, and he will fly to Texas.
I think 800 miles was my longest solo day, and other than it being a long day, the seats were perfectly comfy.
The only way to know is to spend time in the car as was mentioned up thread. There doesn't seem to be a consensus, unlike the C6.
I drove 600 miles today, and will drive another 500 tomorrow and again the next day. The seats are perfectly comfortable for me, but Mrowc6 doesn't find them so for long distances. He prefers the C6, so I left him behind, and he will fly to Texas.
I think 800 miles was my longest solo day, and other than it being a long day, the seats were perfectly comfy.
The only way to know is to spend time in the car as was mentioned up thread. There doesn't seem to be a consensus, unlike the C6.
Race Director
Joined: Apr 2017
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From: Virginia
Pro
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 541
Likes: 38
From: Temecula CA
I find that the seats in My GS are not as comfortable for everyday driving as the Sport Seats in my C5 were. Basically, they are too narrow in my opinion. Probably better for high performance driving, provided you can fit between the boosters and not on top of them. Also the entire cockpit area is noticeably smaller than my C5. Overall quality of the interior is vastly improved though.
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Safety Car
Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Northeast MA & Mad Beach FL
IMO, the C7 is better in every way, especially the seats.
I don't have a problem with the left side bottom bolster, but can see how some would.
Some have had an upholstery shop install softer foam in that area, or get it shaved down.
Others drilled holes in the foam to soften it a bit.
I also find I have a lot more head room than I did in my C6, and I'm only 5' 8"
No Regrets
I don't have a problem with the left side bottom bolster, but can see how some would.
Some have had an upholstery shop install softer foam in that area, or get it shaved down.
Others drilled holes in the foam to soften it a bit.
I also find I have a lot more head room than I did in my C6, and I'm only 5' 8"
No Regrets
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Intermediate
Joined: Dec 2017
Posts: 36
Likes: 7
From: Kentucky
I did give my large sister-in-law and brother-in-law a ride and they both said: "Corvettes aren't made for fat people!" 
Everyone else comments on how comfortable the seats are.
Everyone else comments on how comfortable the seats are.
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Mar 2016
Posts: 9,160
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From: 2019 CMG Z06
I'm used to sports cars, so I love the seats. My only regret is getting a car with the exact options I wanted, but skipping the comp seats. My comp seat swap kit arrived on Friday. I think much of what we find comfortable or uncomfortable has to do with our size and build. At 5'8", the GT seats are perfect for me, comp will be even better though
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Instructor
Joined: Nov 2017
Posts: 178
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From: Triangle NC
Before I go against the predominate responses, I have absolutely no regrets with my C7. I loved my two C5's, loved my two C6's, but this car is, in total, magnificent in comparison.
Seats? Not so good for my butt and left leg. I find the seat backs to be a big improvement over previous Corvettes, but not the hard seat bottom bolster on the left side. And yes... I've experimented with different settings over 18k miles. Fine around town, but for long trips found a gel cushion. Problem solved! Oh... I'm 5'11" and 190 lbs.
Fantastic car!
Seats? Not so good for my butt and left leg. I find the seat backs to be a big improvement over previous Corvettes, but not the hard seat bottom bolster on the left side. And yes... I've experimented with different settings over 18k miles. Fine around town, but for long trips found a gel cushion. Problem solved! Oh... I'm 5'11" and 190 lbs.
Fantastic car!
Where did you get the gel cushion? Any specific brand?
I've had my 2017 z51 1LT M7 since Sunday and loving every second. The engine, the visceral sound, the handling, the cutting edge tech(OnStar, Android Auto, Digital Dash), and killer looks. NO REGRETS.
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Melting Slicks
Joined: May 1999
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From: Scottsdale AZ
St. Jude Donor '11
It gets down to I just needed half an inch more cushion in the butt, and a little padding against that left bolster. And then "all right with the world!"
Burning Brakes
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 1,102
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From: JACKSONVILLE fla
we left fla with 600 miles on the car. 3000 miles and a week later, we are back from west va. my seat (bottom) was really tight and uncomfortable when we left. at some point in the trip, either the seat or my legs adapted. that being said, 9 hours is the longest continuous ride so far. I've not noticed the seat tightness now for 15 months,
Instructor
Joined: Jul 2017
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Likes: 23
Very comfortable car. Don't be worried -- you wont find the seats to be uncomfortable, even when compared to a "normal" car
I'm considering a C7 purchase in the future. I recall the seats were a little tight the last time I checked them out. My C6 I could drive for ten hours and not feel the pain the C4 I need a chiropractor after two. Have they changed the seat since they originally came out?
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 2010
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The C7 seat bottom pinches in on my thighs to the hamstrings. I noticed this on the 250 mile drive back from the selling Chev. dealer. Now, I notice it every time I'm in the car. I'm not a fatass either. The rest of the seat feels fine. I wish it'd have 2" to 3" more of travel backwards. The reclined seat back is against it's stop. 
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Apr 2001
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From: Ex-SF Bay Area; now happily Denver area
The C7 seat bottom pinches in on my bottom to the hamstrings. I noticed this on the 250 mile drive back from the selling Chev. dealer. Now, I notice it every time I'm in the car. I'm not a fatass either. The rest of the seat feels fine. I wish it'd have 2" to 3" more of travel backwards. The reclined seat back is against it's stop.
I don't find the seat as comfortable as on my C6 but it may be due to a back problem. I can drive my C6 for longer distances without a problem but haven't been able to find that sweet spot on my C7. But I'm still trying and it seems to slowly be getting better as I try different seat positions.
One thing I would say is that for those with problems to also try steering wheel adjustments (up/down, forward/backward) because that also makes a difference.
I'm 6'3" and about 190 lbs.