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Originally Posted by frankbicknell
I think we need videos of these entry and exit strategies.
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Originally Posted by Rush91
Get a car cane.........

Car Door Handle for Elderly, Stand Assist Support Bar for Safer Entry & Exit - Picture 1 of 6
As previously mentioned in posts 1, 3, 4, 7 and 8...it will not work.
Do you have a C8? Have you SEEN a C8?
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Originally Posted by TEvans
I put both feet out first and then I use my left elbow and forearm on the flat of the quarter panel to help push myself up. You kind of roll onto your forearm and out of the car. Easy Peasy!
That works on my convertible, not on a C8 coupe.
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Originally Posted by JeBC8
That works on my convertible, not on a C8 coupe.
I have severe arthritis in my right knee, so maybe this will work for you too.
1. Left leg followed by right leg out to pavement
2. Facing out, butt still in seat, feet flat on pavement, put your right elbow on the A pillar
3. Stand up using legs and right arm pressure at the same time

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Thanks for the many suggestions...
I don't have issues with getting my feet out, just Ned something to grab in the launch phase (as NASA would call it).

I tried raising the seat to give me a couple of inches of room, but then I has headroom issues.
Holding the A-pillars looks promising. Also resting hand on the door jamb where it curves into vertical.
As I said, my main concern was causing wear to the seat leather.
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