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Title: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: VC on November 28, 2009, 07:24:00 pm
[ebay]270490944853[/ebay] - who got them then  :smiley:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Oli on November 28, 2009, 07:28:18 pm
If you look the buyer had a minus 99 feedback!
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: VC on November 28, 2009, 07:32:58 pm
If you look the buyer had a minus 99 feedback!

where did you see that?
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Greeners on November 28, 2009, 07:33:12 pm
A grand plus leather seats!!  :surprised: :surprised:

I wonder what my GTI Recaro's are worth then as they are better than slidey leather one's plus they have GTI on the headrest part.......  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Smudgster on November 28, 2009, 08:00:51 pm
Me too greenhouse!!!!

Glad i got them, ive had sme silly offers but wouldnt sell them

Smudge
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: VC on November 28, 2009, 08:02:32 pm
in a few minutes they are about to appear for sale again...
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Moschops on November 28, 2009, 08:04:29 pm
A grand plus leather seats!!  :surprised: :surprised:

I wonder what my GTI Recaro's are worth then as they are better than slidey leather one's plus they have GTI on the headrest part.......  :popcornsoda:

50p, 2 dolly mixtures and a clown shoe... :happy2:

I did look at these...but no...the seat transfer seemed to rushed for my liking... :laugh:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Hurdy on November 28, 2009, 08:43:13 pm
I know someone who bought a full 3dr Recaro leather set for a substantial amount.....even though the seats were still covered in claret from a crash :scared:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Alexander on November 28, 2009, 08:57:48 pm
I know someone who bought a full 3dr Recaro leather set for a substantial amount.....even though the seats were still covered in claret from a crash :scared:
:surprised: shocking

This is again a typical example of supply and demand lads. They appear for sale very rarely and as such go for silly silly money :jumpmove:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: MAT ED30 on November 28, 2009, 09:03:37 pm
Not that rare I know of a few sets going for 1k ish
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Moschops on November 28, 2009, 09:19:41 pm
Not that rare I know of a few sets going for 1k ish
You do...... :wink:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: MAT ED30 on November 28, 2009, 09:33:40 pm
Not that rare I know of a few sets going for 1k ish
You do...... :wink:

I do  :grin:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Hedge on November 28, 2009, 10:10:09 pm
You do...... :wink:
I do  :grin:

I now pronounce you modded.  :wink:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Moschops on November 28, 2009, 10:27:45 pm
You do...... :wink:
I do  :grin:

I now pronounce you modded.  :wink:

ta.... :signLOL:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Top Cat on November 28, 2009, 10:30:02 pm
Come on then Mocho this is big news, what have you bought and what are your plans.   :party: :party: :party:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Moschops on November 28, 2009, 10:53:55 pm
Come on then Mocho this is big news, what have you bought and what are your plans.   :party: :party: :party:

Cor your nosey....... :P

Didn't buy them although did enquire about them, I would like some though for the R, other wise no plans for it.... :driver:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Moschops on November 28, 2009, 11:20:24 pm
The deal has has gone to the wall, the buyer cannot do the deal until a week later, so they may be going back on the "bay"... :confused:

Why do people do this, bid on something and then mess the sellers about, we've has this twice on fleabay recently. One item we were selling we gave the other bidder a second chance offer...so he watched it and then didn't want it......MONG!!!
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: chrisr32 on November 29, 2009, 04:57:48 pm
I would have bought these. But I have non tilting front seats, which would be no good for this seller as he has a three door.
Shame, because he lives fairly close to me.
The sports recaro seats is the only option I haven't got on my R32.
On the other hand I don't think the missus would be happy with me spending that much on a pair of seats just before Xmas.
They do finish the interior off nicely though!
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: candy turbo on November 29, 2009, 06:35:42 pm
i have these seats in my s3 and they are brilliant but would nt want them if i used the car as a daily drive !
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: RedRobin on November 29, 2009, 10:45:33 pm

i have these seats in my s3 and they are brilliant but would nt want them if i used the car as a daily drive !


.... :surprised:

Why not may I ask?
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: RedRobin on November 29, 2009, 10:49:00 pm

This is again a typical example of supply and demand lads. They appear for sale very rarely and as such go for silly silly money :jumpmove:


....I think I was very lucky with mine and jonnyc was a perfect gent as a seller and even helped me fit them.
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: RedRobin on November 29, 2009, 10:54:05 pm
A grand plus leather seats!!  :surprised: :surprised:

I wonder what my GTI Recaro's are worth then as they are better than slidey leather one's plus they have GTI on the headrest part.......  :popcornsoda:


....Mine are unique - They have the .:R logo on the headrests  :P  :happy2:

Getting rid of your stock seats as part of the deal is probably very convenient and saves all the hassle of selling them separately.
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Top Cat on November 29, 2009, 11:16:59 pm


....Mine are unique - They have the .:R logo on the headrests  :P  :happy2:


Come on lets just cut to the chase and get it over with.  :grin:



(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FRedRobin_05%2FMods%2FFrontSeats.jpg&hash=430c01ecac18d6bbac4835b7c7a36db2b3c1f9ff)

Linky : - Recaro 'Special Option' Seat Coverings (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=3533.0)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FRedRobin_05%2FMods%2FRecaroBacks_oem.jpg&hash=be2833822961ab843776b3424b2d7e614ba9dd94)


Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: RedRobin on November 30, 2009, 12:02:50 am

....Mine are unique - They have the .:R logo on the headrests  :P  :happy2:


Come on lets just cut to the chase and get it over with.  :grin:


.... :laugh:

I was just teasing Nathan. I purposely didn't post any pics of mine [but of course the thought did cross my mind].

:laugh:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: JPC on November 30, 2009, 12:21:10 am
Lol
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: QD MBE on November 30, 2009, 09:39:20 am
I actually found the Standard seats to be more comfortable.  On long journeys especially.  They don't look as good though!

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: CarrG on November 30, 2009, 09:44:10 am
I would have bought these. But I have non tilting front seats, which would be no good for this seller as he has a three door.
Shame, because he lives fairly close to me.
The sports recaro seats is the only option I haven't got on my R32.
On the other hand I don't think the missus would be happy with me spending that much on a pair of seats just before Xmas.
They do finish the interior off nicely though!

Isn't he in S Wales?  Wonder where? Cuppa at mine if anyone is passing!
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Blake-R on November 30, 2009, 01:49:47 pm
i have these seats in my s3 and they are brilliant but would nt want them if i used the car as a daily drive !

Are you saying because they can get uncomfortable? because if so i would agree. I have these in my Gti and sometimes they can leave me with lower back pain and i find i have to move around a fair bit. Luckily the drive isn't to far to work! but they do look awesome.
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: SteveP on November 30, 2009, 01:55:33 pm
i have these seats in my s3 and they are brilliant but would nt want them if i used the car as a daily drive !

Are you saying because they can get uncomfortable? because if so i would agree. I have these in my Gti and sometimes they can leave me with lower back pain and i find i have to move around a fair bit. Luckily the drive isn't to far to work! but they do look awesome.

This is exactly the reason when I had a choice of GTI's when I brought by first Mk5 I chose the car without the Recarro's  :smiley:

IMHO the standard seat are supportive enough for the times you get a bit more engaged with the car while being much more comfortable on longer journeys  :driver:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Greeners on November 30, 2009, 02:01:22 pm
I suffer with back problems too and after 2 x trips to the Ring with these seats I have felt no ill effects. Yes the standard seats are comfier but so is your armchair!  :laugh:

I felt these seats hold me in better and inspire confidence when the mood suits. Yes they are a tad on the hard side but I don't mind................  :happy2:

And they look better!  :P :grin:

Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: RedRobin on November 30, 2009, 03:10:54 pm
^^^^
It all just shows yet again that we each have our individual preferences and of course that the Recaro's won't suit everyone's body shapes and sizes, nor their condition if they have back problems etc.

Personally I find them extremely comfortable and supportive on long journeys. On track etc when also combined with the Schroth 4-point seatbelts, the Recaro's support even better.

The stock GTI seats are exceptionally good too.
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: JPC on November 30, 2009, 03:13:15 pm
^^^^
It all just shows yet again that we each have our individual preferences and of course that the Recaro's won't suit everyone's body shapes and sizes, nor their condition if they have back problems etc.

Personally I find them extremely comfortable and supportive on long journeys and when combined with the Schroth 4-point seatbelts, even better.

The stock GTI seats are exceptionally good too.

jesus, long journeys and harnesses?

i think yours and my idea of a comfortable long journey is significantly different!

i dont think i can see myself on the M1 fully harnessed up!
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Greeners on November 30, 2009, 03:14:06 pm
^^^^
It all just shows yet again that we each have our individual preferences and of course that the Recaro's won't suit everyone's body shapes and sizes, nor their condition if they have back problems etc.

Personally I find them extremely comfortable and supportive on long journeys and when combined with the Schroth 4-point seatbelts, even better.

The stock GTI seats are exceptionally good too.

jesus, long journeys and harnesses?

i think yours and my idea of a comfortable long journey is significantly different!

i dont think i can see myself on the M1 fully harnessed up!

Bring on the Gimp!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: RedRobin on November 30, 2009, 03:21:27 pm
^^^^
My wording was ambiguous - I only wear the Schroth on track or special German one-way toll road.
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: VC on November 30, 2009, 03:25:35 pm
well if you have an .:R32 interior to swap with him...a top whack £1000 cash though as well :surprised:

i dont care if its a sellers market, or how rare/cool they are, but they are only worth what someone is will to pay for them, and thats mental money

theres a reason they are still for sale  :innocent:

...and not just because of the price  :wink:
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: candy turbo on November 30, 2009, 06:04:58 pm

i have these seats in my s3 and they are brilliant but would nt want them if i used the car as a daily drive !


.... :surprised:

Why not may I ask?
cause i think they would be worn out at 20 k miles esp if used by guys who dont get in and out by lifting out !!
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: candy turbo on November 30, 2009, 06:17:19 pm
i think the seats are great , got great support and imo very comfortable and even in full leather you dont slip around at all , the oem gti seats are also very good but the oem s3 seats are imo quite poor
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Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: candy turbo on November 30, 2009, 06:19:52 pm
i ve seen rs4 s with these seats done 30 k miles and imo they are f$%&ed !!
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Jules86 on November 30, 2009, 06:49:15 pm
i ve seen rs4 s with these seats done 30 k miles and imo they are f$%&ed !!

Mine have done 33500 miles quite well!

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Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: RedRobin on November 30, 2009, 07:43:25 pm
^^^^
If a side does show signs of 'collapse' it's easy to get an upholsterer to rebuild just the foam inside that section. Mine is showing signs but it's still just as effective at holding me in and so I'm not too fussed.
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: candy turbo on November 30, 2009, 08:44:08 pm
i think if they are looked after they ll be ok but i would nt want my mrs using them every day  !
Title: Re: Recaro's - was it anyone on here?
Post by: Blake-R on December 01, 2009, 12:50:26 pm
I suffer with back problems too and after 2 x trips to the Ring with these seats I have felt no ill effects. Yes the standard seats are comfier but so is your armchair!  :laugh:

I felt these seats hold me in better and inspire confidence when the mood suits. Yes they are a tad on the hard side but I don't mind................  :happy2:

And they look better!  :P :grin:



Don't get me wrong, i will stick with the lower back pain all day long haha. I love the seats to bits, and they do support you very well, i just find that the lower portion of the seats isn't great. I love them as they do seem to be pretty rare. And besides it's not everytime i drive it, it could just be cause i've had a long hard day at work.