[mileta8]

Originally Posted by aaron.ricci

Hey Team!

Just placed an order an m4 comp xdrive build! One thing I didn't consider was the beautiful bucket seats M has to offer.

Reason being is this as this will my one and only daily driver in busy San Diego.

"Fitting" into the seat is not my main concern but more so transitioning in and out of the car over the bolsters, traffic and longer drives, and my .01% empathy for any lady passenger me in place??

I do plan on fully experiencing the AWD thrill hauling this thing into some bends, so my one and my only concern is - are the standard seats compromised with a lack of keeping one in place? Am I over thinking this? Any advise is greatly appreciated from those in standard seats! Thank you all!

Originally Posted by aaron.ricci

Hey Team!

Just placed an order an m4 comp xdrive build! One thing I didn't consider was the beautiful bucket seats M has to offer.

Reason being is this as this will my one and only daily driver in busy San Diego.

"Fitting" into the seat is not my main concern but more so transitioning in and out of the car over the bolsters, traffic and longer drives, and my .01% empathy for any lady passenger me in place??

I do plan on fully experiencing the AWD thrill hauling this thing into some bends, so my one and my only concern is - are the standard seats compromised with a lack of keeping one in place? Am I over thinking this? Any advise is greatly appreciated from those in standard seats! Thank you all!

I picked up my new m4 few days ago with full optional an of course with carbon bucket seats.
I have to drive it for about 2000 km (cca 1300 miles). 2 days trip. I have done in one day 1300 km and im fully satisfied with them. No pain, no Any problem with comfort for such a long ride.
As a daily i found my way how to go in and out of the car without any problems. Im using my car as a daily in small city where is everthing close to me. If you have the m4 maybe a problem will be if you havent enought space to open the door (that i think with the m3 is easyer beacuse the door is smaller).
In my opinion go for the bucket seats!!

I red a lot of articles here, and i have no regrats about my order. I hope that i help.

[mdr955]

Originally Posted by rq07

6' 1" and 195 lbs. Average build, and let me tell you, these carbon bucket seats were the best option I added to the car.

I daily the thing. It hasn't even been more than a month since I took delivery of my M3 xDrive, and I've already added 2700 miles onto it.

Getting in and out was a learning curve, but it's definitely not as difficult as some of the people on this forum make it out to be. These seats are incredibly comfortable for me, and I don't feel fatigued even after 7-hour road trips.

How are you liking the buckets now? Still happy ? (I’m the same size 6’1 180 want to make sure I fit!

[DO444]

Who keeps reviving these threads from years ago!?

[mdr955]

Originally Posted by DO444

Who keeps reviving these threads from years ago!?

Most of the posts in here were from people who had their cars a short time. Figured a year or two later minds may have changed?!?

[Gatti-man]

Originally Posted by mdr955

How are you liking the buckets now? Still happy ? (I’m the same size 6’1 180 want to make sure I fit!

I’m 6’ 200lbs 32” waist and it’s fantastic. I drove some m4’s on COTA without the carbon seats and missed mine dearly. The carbon seats are some of the best seats I’ve ever sat in. I daily mine 7k miles so far.

If you have trouble getting in just use some leather conditioner on the left holster and youll slip right in😂

[twgardiner]

I have a 2024 M4 Competition with the Carbon Racing seats (silverstone / black merino leather). The seats look great and they are very supportive. They are a little difficult to get in and out of, and not super comfortable for my shoulders on longer trips . I am considering swapping them out. Does anyone have any recommendations as to replacements?

[5ilver-5amurai]

The carbon buckets are definitely the better seat for zipping around town and feel better when maneuvering. The sport seats are more comfortable, and with added ventilation, make a nice difference when it's hot out. Personally, I would go with sports seats if your car is your daily commuter and you drive more than an hour a day, and carbon buckets if not.

[CMW33]

Originally Posted by twgardiner

I have a 2024 M4 Competition with the Carbon Racing seats (silverstone / black merino leather). The seats look great and they are very supportive. They are a little difficult to get in and out of, and not super comfortable for my shoulders on longer trips . I am considering swapping them out. Does anyone have any recommendations as to replacements?

Assuming the equipment (rails and such) is the same, why not find a local G82 owner and do a swap for the OEM non-carbon seats plus cash?

[sunstoner]

Im on my second G80 and time I opted for the standard sport seats.

The buckets add so much drama in the cabin. I actually miss that factor as the sports seats somehow make everything feel 'normal' and a little less special. However, getting in and out is sooo much easier and I dont miss that slightly anxious feeling i got from the wear on the side thigh bolster when getting in and out.

One other thing. I was surprised at how much less room there is in the rear due to the bulkier sports seats. The buckets are so slender and free up noticable leg room.

Overall I like them both but as a late 40 something the sports seats are just. A younger me would have the buckets.

As daily, the sport seats are best. Imo.

[twgardiner]

Originally Posted by CMW33

Assuming the equipment (rails and such) is the same, why not find a local G82 owner and do a swap for the OEM non-carbon seats plus cash?

that is a good option. Anyone in the Toronto area want to swap?

[tm811]

I have the carbon buckets and daily drive. Coming from sport seats in my x3m comp. I think the carbon seats are much more comfortable. Feels like a glove holding you. Little difficult at first to get in and out of, but once you figure out your push off points its not bad at all. if you have back or knee problems it likely wouldnt be the best choice for you.