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Old 08-24-2019, 11:17 AM
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Would he fit in the new C8?

I see allot of tall people not fitting, but how about Wide People and is there a weight limit?
Old 08-24-2019, 11:19 AM
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Wow, that is big.

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Old 08-24-2019, 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Montu
Would he fit in the new C8?
not likely

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Old 08-24-2019, 11:22 AM
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Wow, take him for a test fit.
Old 08-24-2019, 11:24 AM
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Doesn't matter what size just go down to one of these C8 public viewing at your nearest Chevy dealer and try sitting in one to see if you fit. I assume you would want to start off with the GT1 seat and adjust the seat height and also the steering wheel adjustment. Good Luck and hope most people that are big will try the fit test before ordering one.
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Most manufacturers design for 5th to 95th percentile. If you are outside that you are iffy on the smaller cars.
Old 08-24-2019, 11:58 AM
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Thats morbidly obese... like it will kill him. Id honestly recommend he not try to make things fit him but rather take the c8 money and use it to make his body fit things. Could save his life.
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Old 08-24-2019, 12:08 PM
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I sat in the car yesterday. Somewhat of a tight fit. You'll fit, but I think you'll complain over time.
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Probably look like this...
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Old 08-24-2019, 01:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Montu
Would he fit in the new C8?
Only if he is a contortionist.
Old 08-24-2019, 01:09 PM
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Hell no.
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Think, cork in bottle.
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Think 10 pound pig in a 5 pound sack.
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I am 5’10” and 330 lbs and have a 2016 Z06 with comp seats that I daily drive 50 minutes on twisty roads to work every day. People are saying the C8 is a little more flexible in seat position than the C7 but really he’ll need to try one out before he commits. Ignore the banal remarks here, what these smart ***** fail to understand is its a lot easier to get here than it is to get back. I’m sure your buddy like me has tried many times!
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Originally Posted by atterbud
People are saying the C8 is a little more flexible in seat position than the C7 but really he’ll need to try one out before he commits.
This.

Honestly the first thing I thought when I saw the display of all three seats was those aren't going to fit a lot of larger folks. Even the base seat has fairly big bolsters that don't appear would fit a bigger person. Losing weight is a very difficult thing to do, there are SO many food options today and most not good (for you), plus the temptation from what others are eating, commercials, etc. It takes the deepest of commitment and drive to get there, plus you can only eat so much grilled chicken.
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you should try, but it should be a tight non comfortable fit for you. Good luck.
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Originally Posted by C8Jake
get a truck
With a bench seat!

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Originally Posted by Montu
Would he fit in the new C8?

I see allot of tall people not fitting, but how about Wide People and is there a weight limit?
You’re asking for a “friend” right? I say where there’s a will, there’s a way.


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Old 08-24-2019, 02:22 PM
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Maybe when the vert comes out with a crane. I had trouble getting out of that car and I'm 175 pounds lighter.
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Originally Posted by Montu
Would he fit in the new C8?

I see allot of tall people not fitting, but how about Wide People and is there a weight limit?
5’7” and 345. That’s a kettle bell on legs. I’m not exactly svelte at 6’ 220 but I am confident I will fit without a shoe horn and axle grease.

Your friend should be considering an Eldorado or equivalent.


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