Notices
Evo General Discuss any generalized technical Evo related topics that may not fit into the other forums. Please do not post tech and rumor threads here.
Sponsored by: RavSpec - JDM Wheels Central

Big and tall

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jan 29, 2015, 03:26 PM
  #16  
Evolved Member
iTrader: (33)
 
SmurfZilla's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Raleigh, Transplanted from Toronto, Canada
Posts: 5,313
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
I'm 6' 4" and I have ballooned to a lightweight 280. I fit ok. I'm used to driving smallcars (I used to own a bunch of hatchback Hondas at that height but less weight.

My wife's STi fits me better (08 GR model) but I make do. I have driven to Orlando in the Evo (from GA which is about 8 hrs). I have driven from GA to NC which is about 5-6 hours. No less comfortable then a regular sedan. You'll be fine.

I'm aiming to get back down to 220 (totally irrelevant for this thread).
Old Jan 30, 2015, 03:01 AM
  #17  
Newbie
Thread Starter
 
Ghost2k3's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Empire State of NY
Posts: 48
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by boostedwrx
Evo is bigger than a Caddy inside. I can have driver seat comfortable and still fit in back seat. I'm a large man
I noticed that about the 4 door Cadillac. I have the Coupe and my loaner car was a 4 door which I didn't fit well in. The Coupe with it's larger doors, made it easy to enter and exit.
Old Jan 30, 2015, 05:51 PM
  #18  
Evolving Member
iTrader: (6)
 
mrowka's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Driving ten under in the passing lane, right turn signal on at all times.
Posts: 326
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
I am 6'4", 225. Seat brackets are stock.

I fit OK as far as headroom and legroom; my biggest concern is shoulder room.
Old Jan 30, 2015, 08:38 PM
  #19  
Newbie
iTrader: (3)
 
sheepy77's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: NorCal
Posts: 50
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
6'3" 215lbs, head is about 2" from the roof. Need to get seat lowering brackets
Old Feb 7, 2015, 08:12 PM
  #20  
Newbie
 
Avari's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Portland
Posts: 15
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
I am in the exact same boat, 6.4 280. I autocross it a bit so another 2 inches of headroom is lost in the helmet.

I found these guys http://www.binaryeng.com make a seat bracket set that lowers the seat about 2 inches. Best thing ever, probably a solid 4 inches of headroom now.
Old Feb 10, 2015, 09:03 AM
  #21  
Newbie
Thread Starter
 
Ghost2k3's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Empire State of NY
Posts: 48
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by Avari
I am in the exact same boat, 6.4 280. I autocross it a bit so another 2 inches of headroom is lost in the helmet.

I found these guys http://www.binaryeng.com make a seat bracket set that lowers the seat about 2 inches. Best thing ever, probably a solid 4 inches of headroom now.

Do you have pictures of you in the car?
Old Feb 10, 2015, 05:16 PM
  #22  
Evolving Member
iTrader: (1)
 
kobi2002's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: ft lauderdale
Posts: 317
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
6'4" 195, no issues. I have more room in my evo than I do in my lexus is350.
Old Feb 11, 2015, 02:41 AM
  #23  
Evolving Member
iTrader: (4)
 
evoIXcencal83's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: California
Posts: 393
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/ev...vo-driver.html
Old Feb 11, 2015, 06:19 AM
  #24  
Evolving Member
iTrader: (1)
 
NSDQ's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Clarksville, TN
Posts: 499
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by kobi2002
6'4" 195, no issues. I have more room in my evo than I do in my lexus is350.
no issues besides being underweight! Eat some food bro!
Old Feb 18, 2015, 08:31 PM
  #25  
Newbie
iTrader: (3)
 
Brandonm's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2012
Location: colorado
Posts: 50
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Im 6ft 5" and about 215lbs and the stock seats are fine. I had my evo for almost a year and just recently purchased the seat lowering brackets. They really change the feel of the car to me. I have long legs and im now much more comfortable compared to before.
Old Feb 19, 2015, 01:56 PM
  #26  
Newbie
 
KnucklesVIII's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Austin
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
I'm 5 11" 230lbs gone on long distance in evo 8 seats. Super comfy.
Old Feb 21, 2015, 05:43 PM
  #27  
Newbie
 
Jongoff2's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Kentucky
Posts: 16
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
get the seat lowering brackets! Think about it if ya had to put on a helmet! lol
Old Feb 22, 2015, 04:48 AM
  #28  
Newbie
Thread Starter
 
Ghost2k3's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Empire State of NY
Posts: 48
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by evoIXcencal83

Seems like you and 2 others, are the tallest.
Old Feb 22, 2015, 04:50 AM
  #29  
Newbie
Thread Starter
 
Ghost2k3's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Empire State of NY
Posts: 48
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
STI'S are a no go for me.
Old Jan 16, 2021, 03:10 PM
  #30  
Newbie
 
Joseph Beast's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2021
Location: lodi
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
I’m 6’5” and 300 exact size

Originally Posted by Ghost2k3
Now we're getting close to my size. I stand at a true 6-5 300 pounds. Lol
I’m literally the same size as you my Jean size is a 42 and I have a rather longer lower body, I sat in the evo X and I fit perfectly, seat had to go all the way down and back, I don’t think anyone could really sit behind me but I hope I helped since I’m your exact same size. Looking to get my evo 9 but a little hesitant because I haven’t sat in one yet good look bro hope you get yours!


Quick Reply: Big and tall



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 09:21 AM.