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dcurtisM3 · 06-22-2010, 11:44 AM

BIMMERPOST / Classifieds

Asking Price:
None

Item Interest

These are the real deal, genuine article, guys.

Genuine BMW "Performance" Sport Recaro seats as offered in the European BMW Performance Parts catalog, starting in 2008. These seats were never brought to the US, and as such are very hard to come by. They are made by Recaro, for BMW to their spec and are easily identified as authentic by the presence of the side airbags, matching BMW alcantara suede, and "BMW Performance" stitched in the headrests. The seats are manual (non-power), are lighter than the standard sport or M seats, and have seat heaters installed. They recline, and are designed to be used in 2-door cars which require the seats be reclined for access to the back seat (though they could be mounted in a 4 door). These would look incredible on an E92 M3 or 335i, and would completely set your BMW apart.

The custom white/black Schroth harnesses shown are included with the seats. These are specifically made for the 1 series coupe. They were configured by HMS Motorsport, who are the experts in Schroth and all other safety gear.

I have these listed on Flea-bay right now. The reserve on these is very low compared to any other sets I've ever seen for sale. PM, and I can share the low reserve price with you. Auction can be found here:

http://item.ebay.com/260623696284

Ok, on to the the best part.... the pics:

I'm sure there will be lots of questions on these. So feel free to PM me and I'll answer your questions as soon as possible, and as detailed as possible.

Thanks!

onefastman · 06-22-2010, 12:01 PM

Wow, those are nice but 4.5K for seats on a 35K car

dcurtisM3 · 06-22-2010, 12:17 PM

4.5k is just the buy it now if someone wants to end the auction early. The reserve price is much much lower. They certainly aren't inexpensive, that is for sure, but are quite rare and special.

Amalfitano · 06-22-2010, 12:49 PM

Do you know what each of these weigh by chance?

dcurtisM3 · 06-22-2010, 01:11 PM

I just threw one on a floor scale for giggles and they were 47 lbs each side. Certainly not as light as a real racing shell seat, but definitely much lighter than stock seats. Hope that helps.

achtungE30 · 06-22-2010, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onefastman

Wow, those are nice but 4.5K for seats on a 35K car

How much do you really love your car?

BrokenVert · 06-22-2010, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by achtungE30

How much do you really love your car?

Not that much

onefastman · 06-22-2010, 02:42 PM

+1

If I were to spend that kind of coin I would spend it on RB turbos.

My car would love me more with 500rwhp than cool seats

radorotrex · 06-22-2010, 04:04 PM

So did you get the airbags to work?

ianc · 06-22-2010, 05:06 PM

Like others, I think these are very cool, but I can't justify the price; particularly when the stock sports seats are so good...

Good luck with them!

ianc

dcurtisM3 · 06-22-2010, 05:25 PM

Radorotrex, I hope no one has to see the bags "work", as in have them deploy. :-)

Of the handful of people who have these seats, I'm aware of at least one who has successfully integrated all the electronics to function as desired. These seats come in their unmodified original "Euro" intended configuration. So the airbags are not "plug and play" on US models.

radorotrex · 06-23-2010, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dcurtisM3

Radorotrex, I hope no one has to see the bags "work", as in have them deploy. :-)

Of the handful of people who have these seats, I'm aware of at least one who has successfully integrated all the electronics to function as desired. These seats come in their unmodified original "Euro" intended configuration. So the airbags are not "plug and play" on US models.

that's what I wanted to know if you had successfully integrated all the electronics. Do you have any idea what is required and how much extra you would need to get it to function?

dcurtisM3 · 06-23-2010, 11:29 AM

Radorotrex - PM returned.

FYI, the reserve price on the seats has been met.

135I1 · 06-28-2010, 10:30 AM

i would swim the atlantic ocean for these seats lol so much monies

dcurtisM3 · 06-29-2010, 11:24 AM

Only 2 days left, reserve has been met, so these are going to sell. Bidding has cooled off, so there's still a chance to own these for less than the cost from BMW (with the harnesses included as a bonus).

Let me know if there's any questions.... anything at all.

dcurtisM3 · 06-30-2010, 03:18 PM

Down to 1 day left on the seats.

dcurtisM3 · 07-01-2010, 03:22 PM

Less than 6 hours left... bumpity bump.

onefastman · 07-01-2010, 08:46 PM

Wow over 3K for used seats on a 35K car. Very nice, but wow.

dcurtisM3 · 07-01-2010, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onefastman

Wow over 3K for used seats on a 35K car. Very nice, but wow.

Actually the winning bidder is putting them in his E92 M3, so more like a 60k+ car. These definitely aren't the type of "accessory" everyone can or wants to afford.

06-22-2010, 11:44 AM	#1
dcurtisM3 Test Pilot Drives: E46 330 \| E36 M3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Stratham, NH Posts: 24 iTrader: (1)	Genuine BMW Performance Seats (made by Recaro) -- 56K BEWARE!! BIMMERPOST / Classifieds Asking Price: None Item Interest These are the real deal, genuine article, guys. Genuine BMW "Performance" Sport Recaro seats as offered in the European BMW Performance Parts catalog, starting in 2008. These seats were never brought to the US, and as such are very hard to come by. They are made by Recaro, for BMW to their spec and are easily identified as authentic by the presence of the side airbags, matching BMW alcantara suede, and "BMW Performance" stitched in the headrests. The seats are manual (non-power), are lighter than the standard sport or M seats, and have seat heaters installed. They recline, and are designed to be used in 2-door cars which require the seats be reclined for access to the back seat (though they could be mounted in a 4 door). These would look incredible on an E92 M3 or 335i, and would completely set your BMW apart. The custom white/black Schroth harnesses shown are included with the seats. These are specifically made for the 1 series coupe. They were configured by HMS Motorsport, who are the experts in Schroth and all other safety gear. I have these listed on Flea-bay right now. The reserve on these is very low compared to any other sets I've ever seen for sale. PM, and I can share the low reserve price with you. Auction can be found here: http://item.ebay.com/260623696284 Ok, on to the the best part.... the pics: I'm sure there will be lots of questions on these. So feel free to PM me and I'll answer your questions as soon as possible, and as detailed as possible. Thanks!
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06-22-2010, 12:01 PM	#2
onefastman Major General Drives: 2009 135i 2011 e92m dct Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Earth Posts: 5,702 iTrader: (15)	Wow, those are nice but 4.5K for seats on a 35K car __________________ Legal Disclaimer: Anything I or anyone else says about my vehicle on this website(1addicts.com or any affiliated or nonaffiliated sites), pertaining to modifications, is only to gain acceptance from my/our peers, and does not actually represent anything actually existing on my car, and thus, cannot be held against me in any issues, i.e. warranty claims, that may arise.

06-22-2010, 12:17 PM	#3
dcurtisM3 Test Pilot Drives: E46 330 \| E36 M3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Stratham, NH Posts: 24 iTrader: (1)	4.5k is just the buy it now if someone wants to end the auction early. The reserve price is much much lower. They certainly aren't inexpensive, that is for sure, but are quite rare and special. __________________ 2002 330i Sport - 1996 Boston Green M3 (sold) 1995 325is (sold) - 1973 2002 (sold)

06-22-2010, 01:11 PM	#5
dcurtisM3 Test Pilot Drives: E46 330 \| E36 M3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Stratham, NH Posts: 24 iTrader: (1)	I just threw one on a floor scale for giggles and they were 47 lbs each side. Certainly not as light as a real racing shell seat, but definitely much lighter than stock seats. Hope that helps. __________________ 2002 330i Sport - 1996 Boston Green M3 (sold) 1995 325is (sold) - 1973 2002 (sold)

06-22-2010, 02:42 PM	#8
onefastman Major General Drives: 2009 135i 2011 e92m dct Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Earth Posts: 5,702 iTrader: (15)	+1 If I were to spend that kind of coin I would spend it on RB turbos. My car would love me more with 500rwhp than cool seats __________________ Legal Disclaimer: Anything I or anyone else says about my vehicle on this website(1addicts.com or any affiliated or nonaffiliated sites), pertaining to modifications, is only to gain acceptance from my/our peers, and does not actually represent anything actually existing on my car, and thus, cannot be held against me in any issues, i.e. warranty claims, that may arise.

06-22-2010, 12:49 PM	#4
Amalfitano Second Lieutenant Drives: 2009 135i STEP, Future //M2012 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 264 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2009 135i [0.00]	Do you know what each of these weigh by chance?

06-22-2010, 04:04 PM	#9
radorotrex Second Lieutenant Drives: 09 135i Cabrio / 08 M3 Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Calgary Posts: 229 iTrader: (1)	So did you get the airbags to work?

06-22-2010, 05:06 PM	#10
ianc Ex '87 Carrera Drives: '10 TiAg 6MT 135i Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Redwood Shores, California Posts: 708 iTrader: (0)	Like others, I think these are very cool, but I can't justify the price; particularly when the stock sports seats are so good... Good luck with them! ianc __________________ "I will tell you there is a big difference between driving money and driving blood, sweat and tears." - PorscheGuy79 "I got 328 loaner and was impressed with performance. It feels much faster than my 135i." - MOCKBA

06-22-2010, 05:25 PM	#11
dcurtisM3 Test Pilot Drives: E46 330 \| E36 M3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Stratham, NH Posts: 24 iTrader: (1)	Radorotrex, I hope no one has to see the bags "work", as in have them deploy. :-) Of the handful of people who have these seats, I'm aware of at least one who has successfully integrated all the electronics to function as desired. These seats come in their unmodified original "Euro" intended configuration. So the airbags are not "plug and play" on US models. __________________ 2002 330i Sport - 1996 Boston Green M3 (sold) 1995 325is (sold) - 1973 2002 (sold)

06-23-2010, 11:29 AM	#13
dcurtisM3 Test Pilot Drives: E46 330 \| E36 M3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Stratham, NH Posts: 24 iTrader: (1)	Radorotrex - PM returned. FYI, the reserve price on the seats has been met. __________________ 2002 330i Sport - 1996 Boston Green M3 (sold) 1995 325is (sold) - 1973 2002 (sold)

06-28-2010, 10:30 AM	#14
135I1 Excessive Tire Purchaser Drives: like fernando alonso Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: North Jersey Posts: 156 iTrader: (0)	i would swim the atlantic ocean for these seats lol so much monies __________________

06-29-2010, 11:24 AM	#15
dcurtisM3 Test Pilot Drives: E46 330 \| E36 M3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Stratham, NH Posts: 24 iTrader: (1)	Only 2 days left, reserve has been met, so these are going to sell. Bidding has cooled off, so there's still a chance to own these for less than the cost from BMW (with the harnesses included as a bonus). Let me know if there's any questions.... anything at all. __________________ 2002 330i Sport - 1996 Boston Green M3 (sold) 1995 325is (sold) - 1973 2002 (sold)

06-30-2010, 03:18 PM	#16
dcurtisM3 Test Pilot Drives: E46 330 \| E36 M3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Stratham, NH Posts: 24 iTrader: (1)	Down to 1 day left on the seats. __________________ 2002 330i Sport - 1996 Boston Green M3 (sold) 1995 325is (sold) - 1973 2002 (sold)

07-01-2010, 03:22 PM	#17
dcurtisM3 Test Pilot Drives: E46 330 \| E36 M3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Stratham, NH Posts: 24 iTrader: (1)	Less than 6 hours left... bumpity bump. __________________ 2002 330i Sport - 1996 Boston Green M3 (sold) 1995 325is (sold) - 1973 2002 (sold)

07-01-2010, 08:46 PM	#18
onefastman Major General Drives: 2009 135i 2011 e92m dct Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Earth Posts: 5,702 iTrader: (15)	Wow over 3K for used seats on a 35K car. Very nice, but wow. __________________ Legal Disclaimer: Anything I or anyone else says about my vehicle on this website(1addicts.com or any affiliated or nonaffiliated sites), pertaining to modifications, is only to gain acceptance from my/our peers, and does not actually represent anything actually existing on my car, and thus, cannot be held against me in any issues, i.e. warranty claims, that may arise.

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