11-24-2013, 06:06 AM | #45 |
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For clarification, the 3rd row does not delete comfort rear seats. It's more like comfort rear seats are part of the 3rd row option :-) When you order 3rd row, the second row is able to slide forward/backwards and also tilt AKA "comfort rear seats". If you order an F15 w/o 3rd row or "rear comfort", the second row is stationary and not adjustable. Finally, rear comfort or 3rd row does not slide back any farther than the standard second row; however, you can slide the seats forward several inches, tilt seat forwards/backwards, and it's 60/40 split.
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I finally decided to stick with the Standard seats...at the end, couldn't justify the $3-$4k to be honest...The standard seats can't be that bad afterall...the $80,000 car should be decent enough without extra baggage...make sense?
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Personally I'd have swapped the leather color, but then I've been burnt with std seats on a 3 series. They really hurt my back and I don't suffer from back issues, so always go comfort seats now.
You spend more time in contact with the seat than anything else in the car, if it's not perfect, it can be anything from irritating, to actually having to sell the car.. How important is interior color in comparison? I wouldn't submit an order without at least 30 mins sat in the standard seat. Maybe even an hour test drive |
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11-24-2013, 02:03 PM | #51 | |
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I'm 5'7" and I thought that I'd be swimming in them. In fact, while the bolsters are far less supportive than a sport seat (I've owned an E92 M3, for context), they have much, much more shape than the outgoing version. That said, I would probably would have gone multi-contour if I could do it again...it was more of an accidental omission than conscious choice. Nevertheless- they get the job done. |
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11-24-2013, 02:31 PM | #52 | |
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I'm definitely sure that the comfort seat is better...but don't forget the delta we need to add in order to get 2 comfort seats....$3,000+taxes+ interest and if you'd want a different color than the standards offered, then we are talking about another $1,400 + Tax + interest adding to $5,000 plus! That's a good 6% of the total value of the car! |
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11-24-2013, 03:54 PM | #53 |
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Fully understand, and the new x5 standard seats 'look' better than most. If you're comfortable in them then no problem, but my best advice is be sure before ordering. There's a reason most spec sport or comfort seats, and why they are so expensive. Lots of mechanics and padding in them. Got to help resale too. You'd have to discount against all the other f15's that have them. Personally resale is low priority. I want to live with this car for the next 7 years so it has to fit me and the family, I mention resale cos the seat price is clearly an irritant to you- they are pricey.
Ultimately comes down to personal priority based on past experience. I never even cared about seats in the past. It was engine, gearbox, sat nav, color, etc. then I experienced the 330 seats, lost $20k in 12 months, and now wouldn't buy a car without fully testing the seats again. |
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11-24-2013, 05:29 PM | #54 | |
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if I had the extra G's I would have probably selected it...I still have some time to rethink this through...as mine is a Diesel and the production won't start until Jan. I still like to hear everyone's opinion and make the right decision...I also hear your point around investment and resell...I think this car will be with me for at least 4-5 years...but on the other hand, I don't want to keep it that long that it becomes worthless for resell...I liked your view on resell (with CS) Last edited by Shaw; 11-24-2013 at 05:36 PM.. |
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I totally understand the $$ thing - I have a kid in college so I well know!
But after owning 2 X6's and an X5 35d for myself (and now driving my wives e70 35i now and then) there is no way I'd get an x5 w/out multi contour seats.... Hell, they're one of the best features imo - right up there with 20" wheels and a heated steering wheel
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I had the comfort seats in my prior X5 and was very glad I did.
The name "comfort" seats might be interpreted as if they were more padded or something. The truth is, what makes them so comfortable is that they are so much more adjustable than the regular and the sport seats. We are all very different sizes and shapes -- even people who are the same height have different length legs and torsos -- and the comfort seats really adjust to fit YOU and thus keep YOU comfortable. |
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11-25-2013, 03:13 AM | #59 |
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I'm just as bad with other options, swapping and changing every two minutes while trying to stay in budget. I've removed the kids Heated Seats and added Reverse Camera and Comfort Access. I figure they won't need heated seats as they legally have to be in boosters for the next few years, and the ad-hoc adult passengers can suck it up.
I tend to find once you have the car, or at least once the shock of handing over $$$$ of cash has passed, you don't worry about how much it cost. Its just during the ordering process. So you will sit in those sport or comfort seats and not once regret getting them. Would you be able to say the same if you don't get them? |
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11-25-2013, 06:29 AM | #60 |
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I'm really glad I'm not the only one that changed options so frequently. I literally gave my CA 5 different builds before it couldn't be changed anymore. I thought I was a freak so glad I'm in good company.
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One point is that, it seems we don't have an option for Sport Seats here in Canada...even the sport package comes with comfort seats...and our CS only come in Black and Beige...neither of them are my choice... and ventilated seats...god no I don't want....I wanted a dakota with CS and I was willing to pay the special order fee ($400)...it seems the dakota rigid material doesn't allow them to make the CS...does that make sense? anyways, my only option to have the Mocha+ CS is going with NAPPA...which I heard your same feedback...not a good idea with kids! So I think eventually I stressed too much on the financial side (not that it isn't a big factor)...but also lack of choices... Last edited by Shaw; 11-25-2013 at 07:45 AM.. |
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most of the folks who have the CS are either happy with the offered colors (black or Beige)...or have sacrificed the color they liked for CS...
what would you do if you wanted dakota mocha and CS? |
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mind you all that my 328i comes with Dakota beige...the leather is great...but the color...man, its hard to maintain with kids!!!!
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Shaw-I'd really begrudge paying a large premium for dakota leather in what is a standard color. Beige looks really nice, had it a few times, looks really classy with a dark wood and suits Luxury models probably more so than Sport. I've currently got ivory white leather/black carpets in the F11, and its a nice contrast. Had it over 3 years with 2 kids (now 4 and 6yrs), and only just cleaned it for the first time (I know, scruffy/lazy) for the dealer part-ex appraisal, and the condition is excellent. Like it so much I've ordered the same again for the F15. Think it better suits the aluminium trim on the sports models, like black. |
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