I know the new Mustang seats have been mentioned briefly before, but I think it's worth discussing in more detail--haven't we had enough 20k V8?
Current situation: I'm over 6 feet tall, 175lbs (pretty normal), and after 5 years, I still look forward to driving my 99' GT everyday. However, the driver's seat feels awkward and unsupportive. I have the seat track all the way back and fairly reclined...to sit upright. I've noticed my head is nowhere near where the headrest is, so hopefully I never get in an accident. There's no lower back support, and at 20 y/o, I find my back hurting after longer rides. The power lumbar is not very helpful, and the seat just seems as if it was designed without the human body in mind. I'd also have to say that with age, the seats have become increasingly mushy and unsupportive, so maybe my view is biased.
When the 2005 production interior pictures were released, my eyes locked onto the eerily familar seats, leaving more to be desired from this "all-new" Mustang.
I'm looking at this picture now:
http://www.2005mustang.us/05/78.jpg
After more detailed inspection, there are some noticeable improvements that might just work. The headrests are large and angled forward, so maybe they'll actually match up with the head now. The top part of the seat protrudes, hopefully to offer more back support. The seat looks larger and more supportive of legs. Yet, the lower back region still looks to be lacking.
What's the point of this thread? I'd like this car to be as comfortable as it is fun to drive. I'm sure someone will respond with a "Mustangs aren't made to be comfortable; get a Cadillac if that concerns you." However, an uncomfortable seat is a glaring mistake that should be easily corrected in a complete redesign.
So, what are your thoughts about the new Mustang seats? More importantly, I know some people have had the opportunity to sit in the car. How comfortable is it, especially in comparison to our current cars?
Current situation: I'm over 6 feet tall, 175lbs (pretty normal), and after 5 years, I still look forward to driving my 99' GT everyday. However, the driver's seat feels awkward and unsupportive. I have the seat track all the way back and fairly reclined...to sit upright. I've noticed my head is nowhere near where the headrest is, so hopefully I never get in an accident. There's no lower back support, and at 20 y/o, I find my back hurting after longer rides. The power lumbar is not very helpful, and the seat just seems as if it was designed without the human body in mind. I'd also have to say that with age, the seats have become increasingly mushy and unsupportive, so maybe my view is biased.
When the 2005 production interior pictures were released, my eyes locked onto the eerily familar seats, leaving more to be desired from this "all-new" Mustang.
I'm looking at this picture now:
http://www.2005mustang.us/05/78.jpg
After more detailed inspection, there are some noticeable improvements that might just work. The headrests are large and angled forward, so maybe they'll actually match up with the head now. The top part of the seat protrudes, hopefully to offer more back support. The seat looks larger and more supportive of legs. Yet, the lower back region still looks to be lacking.
What's the point of this thread? I'd like this car to be as comfortable as it is fun to drive. I'm sure someone will respond with a "Mustangs aren't made to be comfortable; get a Cadillac if that concerns you." However, an uncomfortable seat is a glaring mistake that should be easily corrected in a complete redesign.
So, what are your thoughts about the new Mustang seats? More importantly, I know some people have had the opportunity to sit in the car. How comfortable is it, especially in comparison to our current cars?