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rwbass · Jul 15th, 2003, 08:28 PM

Hello--

I'm new here, anticipating ordering my new mini in the next couple of days. I'm trying to decide what packages/accessories to get and wondered if anyone could offer advice regarding the extra value of sports seats. The sales person has recommended them to me-- I'm also wondering about leather vs. leatherette.

In my previous car, leather seats were well worth the extra cost, yet the combination of sport seats and leather is $2,500 USD, about 10% of the cost of the whole car.

I'd be interested in any positive or negative experiences with the purchase of the sports seats and whether people who have purchased leatherette find that they wear well (stain and dirt resistant?).

Thanks from one who is looking forward to taking the plunge.

Bob

mad brummie · Jul 15th, 2003, 08:32 PM

Definately go for the Sports seats they'll hold you in while cornering at the rediculous speeds the MINI is capable of!

Harpo · Jul 15th, 2003, 08:40 PM

I've got the standard seats.

It's my only regret.

MINIAC · Jul 15th, 2003, 08:54 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by rwbass

In my previous car, leather seats were well worth the extra cost, yet the combination of sport seats and leather is $2,500 USD, about 10% of the cost of the whole car.

Sport seats are a $270 standalone option or included in the $1250 Sport Package along with DSC, 16" wheels, rear spoiler and fog lights.

Profile Leather is the only leather option available with sport seats until September builds when Cordoba Beige will become an option.

Leatherette looks like leather and costs $0

Harpo · Jul 15th, 2003, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by MINIAC
Profile Leather is the only leather option available with sport seats until September builds when Cordoba Beige will become an option.

This might save me some money.

My guess is that a couple of new beige front sports seats is going to cost rather less than any depreciation, should I have chosen to sell my existing car in favour of a new one - this time with the sports seats.

The only benefit that the standard seats offer should not be overlooked though - they're great for developing your back muscles.

HKMINI · Jul 15th, 2003, 09:05 PM

Isn't Sport seat standard on MCS

AidenL · Jul 15th, 2003, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by HKMINI
Isn't Sport seat standard on MCS

They are here anyway, I thought they were standard on the S worldwide.......

MINIAC · Jul 15th, 2003, 09:17 PM

I assumed that since the originator of this thread was talking about having to pay for sport seats that he was ordering a Cooper.

davidac · Jul 15th, 2003, 09:20 PM

sport seats are in fact standard on the MCS at least here in the USA. Additionally you can get other seating material. I am getting Lapis Blue Gravity Leather on my sport seats in my MCS to be built in September. In the Cooper with sport seats, the only leather you can get is the Panther Black Profile leather. As for leathette, my wife has it in her Audi A4 and she thinks it is hotter than leather and makes her perspire. I don't ride in it enough to notice I guess. I have leather in my A4 and I can't tell the difference.

stellablade · Jul 15th, 2003, 09:54 PM

Me too. The standard seats are very comfortable, but I have to fight to stay in my seat when cornering. It's even worse for the passenger!

Quote:

Originally posted by Harpo
I've got the standard seats.

It's my only regret.

cooper4us · Jul 15th, 2003, 10:00 PM

The standard seats are OK but not very comfy for long distance travel. If you are getting a Cooper, I recommend getting the Sport Seats a la carte ($270) and then add the standard Panther Black Leatherette ($0) and voila, you have the nicest and cheapest seating combo available in the MINI.

No need to spend $2,500 between the Sport package and the over priced plasti-leather.

HonoluluDoug · Jul 15th, 2003, 10:04 PM

I've got leatherette sport seats. Seven months of daily driving -- still love them. The leatherette is "grippy" and soft and holds up (keeps its shape) better than leather. IMHO.

RedUn · Jul 15th, 2003, 10:05 PM

Sports seats defo a must for Mini cornering

goin440 · Jul 15th, 2003, 10:20 PM

Sport seats are a bit uncomfortable for this tall/skinny driver--in hard cornering I slide a bit(me and the car). IMO, They're also harder to get in/out of too. But I wouldn't trade

Shamster · Jul 15th, 2003, 10:51 PM

the 'sports' seats are ok but nothing special - they're not sports seats like I had on some previous cars like my M3. No real side support and no thigh bolster adjustment - although I believe they are still better than the standard seats which must be really bad!

xplode · Jul 15th, 2003, 11:18 PM

i didn't opt for the sport seats for two reasons, 1. they don't (didn't) come in beige leather, 2. i didn't feel they offered that much of an advantage. i'm the tall/skinny build as well and found i slid around in them about as much as in the regulars. still, had they been available in beige leather it's likely i'd opted for them...

Red & White Cooper 2 · Jul 15th, 2003, 11:18 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by shamster
the 'sports' seats are ok but nothing special - they're not sports seats like I had on some previous cars like my M3. No real side support and no thigh bolster adjustment - although I believe they are still better than the standard seats which must be really bad!

Not quite in your league as to previous cars, but I agree the sports are pretty tame and don't locate as well as the standard sports seats my old 205 XS for example.

dinlo · Jul 16th, 2003, 06:39 AM

The sport seat will whole you better and support your back a little better if you drive fast on turning, the leather look good and feel good, but HOT in summer, so it's up to you

Willy · Jul 16th, 2003, 01:29 PM

The sport seats are some of the best seats I have ever had in a car. It is amazing how well they fit with my unusually tall torso. They also keep a good hold on you as you are going through the twisties. The regular seats are ok, but once you drive in sports seats, it is hard to go back!

Ginger · Jul 16th, 2003, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Harpo
I've got the standard seats.

It's my only regret.

Me too, go for the sports seats.
G

Jul 15th, 2003, 08:28 PM	#1
rwbass MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2003 Local Time: 12:21 AM Posts: 1 Offline	sport seats or not? Hello-- I'm new here, anticipating ordering my new mini in the next couple of days. I'm trying to decide what packages/accessories to get and wondered if anyone could offer advice regarding the extra value of sports seats. The sales person has recommended them to me-- I'm also wondering about leather vs. leatherette. In my previous car, leather seats were well worth the extra cost, yet the combination of sport seats and leather is $2,500 USD, about 10% of the cost of the whole car. I'd be interested in any positive or negative experiences with the purchase of the sports seats and whether people who have purchased leatherette find that they wear well (stain and dirt resistant?). Thanks from one who is looking forward to taking the plunge. Bob

Jul 15th, 2003, 08:40 PM	#3 (permalink)
Harpo Havin' fun... My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: ...on the run. Local Time: 12:21 AM Posts: 4,629 Offline	I've got the standard seats. It's my only regret. The Return of The Ridgeway - Sunday May 25th 2008 The Arctic Circle Run - Summer 2008

Jul 15th, 2003, 08:54 PM	#4 (permalink)
MINIAC MINI Profiler Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: City By The Bay Local Time: 04:21 PM Posts: 8,620 Offline	Re: sport seats or not? Quote: Originally posted by rwbass In my previous car, leather seats were well worth the extra cost, yet the combination of sport seats and leather is $2,500 USD, about 10% of the cost of the whole car. Sport seats are a $270 standalone option or included in the $1250 Sport Package along with DSC, 16" wheels, rear spoiler and fog lights. Profile Leather is the only leather option available with sport seats until September builds when Cordoba Beige will become an option. Leatherette looks like leather and costs $0

Jul 15th, 2003, 09:04 PM	#5 (permalink)
Harpo Havin' fun... My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: ...on the run. Local Time: 12:21 AM Posts: 4,629 Offline	Re: Re: sport seats or not? Quote: Originally posted by MINIAC Profile Leather is the only leather option available with sport seats until September builds when Cordoba Beige will become an option. This might save me some money. My guess is that a couple of new beige front sports seats is going to cost rather less than any depreciation, should I have chosen to sell my existing car in favour of a new one - this time with the sports seats. The only benefit that the standard seats offer should not be overlooked though - they're great for developing your back muscles. The Return of The Ridgeway - Sunday May 25th 2008 The Arctic Circle Run - Summer 2008

Jul 15th, 2003, 09:13 PM	#7 (permalink)
AidenL Nice TTs......... Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: On The Coast........ Local Time: 12:21 AM Posts: 40,988 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by HKMINI Isn't Sport seat standard on MCS They are here anyway, I thought they were standard on the S worldwide....... *Global Moderator*

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Jul 15th, 2003, 08:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
mad brummie I Just Can't Get Enough Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: end of the alphabet Local Time: 12:21 AM Posts: 48,898 Offline	Definately go for the Sports seats they'll hold you in while cornering at the rediculous speeds the MINI is capable of!

Jul 15th, 2003, 09:05 PM	#6 (permalink)
HKMINI MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jersey City, NJ Local Time: 12:21 AM Posts: 59 Offline	Isn't Sport seat standard on MCS

Jul 15th, 2003, 09:17 PM	#8 (permalink)
MINIAC MINI Profiler Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: City By The Bay Local Time: 04:21 PM Posts: 8,620 Offline	I assumed that since the originator of this thread was talking about having to pay for sport seats that he was ordering a Cooper.

Jul 15th, 2003, 09:20 PM	#9 (permalink)
davidac MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Mass USA Local Time: 08:21 PM Posts: 274 Offline	sport seats are in fact standard on the MCS at least here in the USA. Additionally you can get other seating material. I am getting Lapis Blue Gravity Leather on my sport seats in my MCS to be built in September. In the Cooper with sport seats, the only leather you can get is the Panther Black Profile leather. As for leathette, my wife has it in her Audi A4 and she thinks it is hotter than leather and makes her perspire. I don't ride in it enough to notice I guess. I have leather in my A4 and I can't tell the difference. 2004 MCS DS/B

Jul 15th, 2003, 09:54 PM	#10 (permalink)
stellablade MINI2 Senior Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Sheffield Local Time: 01:21 AM Posts: 412 Offline	Me too. The standard seats are very comfortable, but I have to fight to stay in my seat when cornering. It's even worse for the passenger! Quote: Originally posted by Harpo I've got the standard seats. It's my only regret.

Jul 15th, 2003, 10:00 PM	#11 (permalink)
cooper4us MINI2 Master Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Florida Local Time: 07:21 PM Posts: 1,423 Offline	The standard seats are OK but not very comfy for long distance travel. If you are getting a Cooper, I recommend getting the Sport Seats a la carte ($270) and then add the standard Panther Black Leatherette ($0) and voila, you have the nicest and cheapest seating combo available in the MINI. No need to spend $2,500 between the Sport package and the over priced plasti-leather. '02 MINI Cooper CVT On Order: 2004 MCS (Est production date: 9/5/03)

Jul 15th, 2003, 10:04 PM	#12 (permalink)
HonoluluDoug MINI2 Regular Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Local Time: 02:21 PM Posts: 223 Offline	I've got leatherette sport seats. Seven months of daily driving -- still love them. The leatherette is "grippy" and soft and holds up (keeps its shape) better than leather. IMHO. '03 MCS, black / black, 16" Wheels

Jul 15th, 2003, 10:05 PM	#13 (permalink)
RedUn MUGEN POWER Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: s2ki.com Local Time: 01:21 AM Posts: 11,504 Offline	Sports seats defo a must for Mini cornering

Jul 15th, 2003, 10:20 PM	#14 (permalink)
goin440 Numb from Jäger Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Indiana Local Time: 07:21 PM Posts: 557 Offline	Sport seats are a bit uncomfortable for this tall/skinny driver--in hard cornering I slide a bit(me and the car). IMO, They're also harder to get in/out of too. But I wouldn't trade -goin440 IB/IB MC

Jul 15th, 2003, 10:51 PM	#15 (permalink)
Shamster Lord of The Four Rings Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Reminiscing Local Time: 12:21 AM Posts: 10,745 Offline	the 'sports' seats are ok but nothing special - they're not sports seats like I had on some previous cars like my M3. No real side support and no thigh bolster adjustment - although I believe they are still better than the standard seats which must be really bad! 260909

Jul 15th, 2003, 11:18 PM	#16 (permalink)
xplode minimalist Join Date: May 2002 Location: here Local Time: 08:21 PM Posts: 585 Offline	i didn't opt for the sport seats for two reasons, 1. they don't (didn't) come in beige leather, 2. i didn't feel they offered that much of an advantage. i'm the tall/skinny build as well and found i slid around in them about as much as in the regulars. still, had they been available in beige leather it's likely i'd opted for them... cooper s '05 x brg/white/chrome, cordoba/anthracite/chrome, flik wasp 17x7 x delivered july 26th 2005 cooper '02 replaced x brg/white, R83 white, chrome, cordoba x built june 21st, arrived july 15th on the traviata, delivered july 26th 2002

Jul 15th, 2003, 11:18 PM	#17 (permalink)
Red & White Cooper 2 MINI2 Senior Join Date: Dec 2001 Local Time: 12:21 AM Posts: 372 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by shamster the 'sports' seats are ok but nothing special - they're not sports seats like I had on some previous cars like my M3. No real side support and no thigh bolster adjustment - although I believe they are still better than the standard seats which must be really bad! Not quite in your league as to previous cars, but I agree the sports are pretty tame and don't locate as well as the standard sports seats my old 205 XS for example.

Jul 16th, 2003, 06:39 AM	#18 (permalink)
dinlo MINI2 Master / Moderator Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Northern California Local Time: 05:21 PM Posts: 1,502 Offline	The sport seat will whole you better and support your back a little better if you drive fast on turning, the leather look good and feel good, but HOT in summer, so it's up to you 1962 mini, 2004 MCS, 2003 MCS, 1965 mini Click here to NorCalMINIs.com

Jul 16th, 2003, 01:29 PM	#19 (permalink)
Willy MINI2 Master Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Running From The Law Local Time: 07:21 PM Posts: 2,452 Offline	The sport seats are some of the best seats I have ever had in a car. It is amazing how well they fit with my unusually tall torso. They also keep a good hold on you as you are going through the twisties. The regular seats are ok, but once you drive in sports seats, it is hard to go back! http://billlawrence.blogspot.com

Jul 16th, 2003, 01:53 PM	#20 (permalink)
Ginger Lovin my iPod Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Back darn sarf Local Time: 12:21 AM Posts: 1,957 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by Harpo I've got the standard seats. It's my only regret. Me too, go for the sports seats. G

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