135i sport seat question.

BMW Dreamer · 02-25-2008, 08:08 PM

I originally was going to order power seats, but I really don't need the memory, I am the ONLY driver. Will the 8 way manual sport seats in the sport package adjust as much as the sport seats with the $995 power seat option? I like the bottom cushion to be angled high in front and low in backk for leg support. I am 6'1" and have long legs.

larryn · 02-25-2008, 08:13 PM

Yes, they have the same adjustments, except mostly done manually. The side bolsters are still powered by a power-inflated air bladder system.

The Premium Package (ZPP) adds lumbar support, that you will not be able to get on manual seats in the States. I do know of people who retrofit lumbar support, since it uses the same air system, just with different inflating bags, and a different switch.

BMW Dreamer · 02-25-2008, 08:29 PM

Thanks much. I will have to go sit in one before ordering. Comfort is a must. No matter how much it costs. My Civic Si has fantastic seats. NO adjustment needed. I sold a 2007 Acura TL Type-S automatic and bought a 2007 Civic Si sedan in Aug 07. I wanted a manual trans and thought this would be fun until the 135i comes out. I am waiting until April 09 to get a 135i. Thanks again larryn.

Mpulse · 02-26-2008, 10:33 AM

Does anyone have any idea what the weight difference is between the manual and power seats. My main reason for ordering manual is because the power seats in my M3 are very heavy and once I set the position, it probably wont move.

TwinturboBMW07 · 02-26-2008, 05:12 PM

So what all is powered on the manual seats and what isnt powered? because I like the ability of having powered adjustments

larryn · 02-26-2008, 05:31 PM

If you get the premium package.... forward and back, up and down, bottom seat angle, back seat angle, back bolsters, and lumbar support. Thigh support is manual on both powered and non-powered seats.

TwinturboBMW07 · 02-26-2008, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by larryn

If you get the premium package.... forward and back, up and down, bottom seat angle, back seat angle, back bolsters, and lumbar support. Thigh support is manual on both powered and non-powered seats.

What about if you dont get the premium package? and is anything powered on the sports seats

larryn · 02-26-2008, 05:35 PM

only the back bolsters, but you can purchase the power seat option, and get everything except lumbar as powered.

TwinturboBMW07 · 02-26-2008, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by larryn

only the back bolsters, but you can purchase the power seat option, and get everything except lumbar as powered.

that is for both the sports and regular seats?

larryn · 02-26-2008, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by TwinturboBMW07

that is for both the sports and regular seats?

No

E82tt6 · 02-26-2008, 06:20 PM

I'd go to a BMW dealer and try them out. Personally, I usually leave lumbar support fully deflated anyways, so I saw no real reason to spring for power seats. Never had it in a sports car, and never missed it, don't think it'll be any different in this car.

larryn · 02-26-2008, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by E82TT6

I'd go to a BMW dealer and try them out. Personally, I usually leave lumbar support fully deflated anyways, so I saw no real reason to spring for power seats. Never had it in a sports car, and never missed it, don't think it'll be any different in this car.

I totally agree with your opinion. The only time I really used the lumbar was on a few long (>4hr) drives.

the only reason I did get premium on this car was for the BT, leather, and dimming mirrors.

Mpulse · 02-26-2008, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by E82TT6

I'd go to a BMW dealer and try them out. Personally, I usually leave lumbar support fully deflated anyways, so I saw no real reason to spring for power seats. Never had it in a sports car, and never missed it, don't think it'll be any different in this car.

Agree about the power but get the heat. Not only are they great when it's cold but when your back aches, they are very therapeutic.:thumbup:

TwinturboBMW07 · 02-26-2008, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Mpulse

Agree about the power but get the heat. Not only are they great when it's cold but when your back aches, they are very therapeutic.:thumbup:

LOL the only thing i would want heated would be something for my knees because high school football f***ed those up for me

Mpulse · 02-26-2008, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by TwinturboBMW07

LOL the only thing i would want heated would be something for my knees because high school football f***ed those up for me

Well it just so happened that High School football f***ed my back.

TwinturboBMW07 · 02-26-2008, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Mpulse

Well it just so happened that High School football f***ed my back.

lol yea highschool football f***ed alot of people

BMW Dreamer · 03-01-2008, 02:00 PM

ON MY, HOLLY COW.

FACT: There is NO NEED for spending $995 for power sports seats.

I just looked and sat in a 135i Alpine white, black leather, sport seats, silver aluminum trim. 100% The BEST seats I have EVER sat in. The adjustability is endless. The entire car looks MUCH better then any picture can do. In & out its AWESOME. I wish I was getting one this year. It just blows away anything else I have looked at. If it cost $4k more, I would still buy it over the 335i.

larryn · 03-01-2008, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff1962

ON MY, HOLLY COW.

FACT: There is NO NEED for spending $995 for power sports seats.

I just looked and sat in a 135i Alpine white, black leather, sport seats, silver aluminum trim. 100% The BEST seats I have EVER sat in. The adjustability is endless. The entire car looks MUCH better then any picture can do. In & out its AWESOME. I wish I was getting one this year. It just blows away anything else I have looked at. If it cost $4k more, I would still buy it over the 335i.

Did you swing by MWerks?

BMW Dreamer · 03-01-2008, 02:22 PM

Yes I did. I WAS TOTALLY IMPRESSED, BIG TIME. That car is worth so much more IMO.

I feel sick now,,,, I HAVE to wait until next March 09 to order one. I will tell you that the power seat pkg is a waste of money. And I WILL NOW get leather.

Alpine White 135i manual
Sport Pkg.
Comfort Access.
Black leather. Not sure about int trim. Aluminum, Poplar grey, Gloss black ???

MAYBE the Premium Hi-Fi upgrade, I have to hear the diff first.

vivid · 03-01-2008, 03:57 PM

So am I right is saying there are three different seat options:

1. Standard seat
2. Sports Seat (manual)
3. Sports Seat (same as #2 but powered)

cracka · 03-01-2008, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Vivid

So am I right is saying there are three different seat options:

1. Standard seat
2. Sports Seat (manual)
3. Sports Seat (same as #2 but powered)

There are four options. Add:

1.5 Standard seat (powered)

TunedM2C · 03-01-2008, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff1962

FACT: There is NO NEED for spending $995 for power sports seats.

Exactly.:wink:

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BMW Dreamer Colonel 72 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: Modded 06 TL Manual Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Northern IL. iTrader: (0)	Thanks much. I will have to go sit in one before ordering. Comfort is a must. No matter how much it costs. My Civic Si has fantastic seats. NO adjustment needed. I sold a 2007 Acura TL Type-S automatic and bought a 2007 Civic Si sedan in Aug 07. I wanted a manual trans and thought this would be fun until the 135i comes out. I am waiting until April 09 to get a 135i. Thanks again larryn.
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Mpulse Enlisted Member 0 Rep 43 Posts Drives: Deep Sea Blue 128i MSport Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Central California iTrader: (0)	Does anyone have any idea what the weight difference is between the manual and power seats. My main reason for ordering manual is because the power seats in my M3 are very heavy and once I set the position, it probably wont move.
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larryn Lieutenant General 2148 Rep 10,176 Posts Drives: '97 332ti, '21 X5 45e, '16 GT4 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Seattle iTrader: (2)	Yes, they have the same adjustments, except mostly done manually. The side bolsters are still powered by a power-inflated air bladder system. The Premium Package (ZPP) adds lumbar support, that you will not be able to get on manual seats in the States. I do know of people who retrofit lumbar support, since it uses the same air system, just with different inflating bags, and a different switch.
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larryn Lieutenant General 2148 Rep 10,176 Posts Drives: '97 332ti, '21 X5 45e, '16 GT4 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Seattle iTrader: (2)	only the back bolsters, but you can purchase the power seat option, and get everything except lumbar as powered.
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E82tt6 Colonel 103 Rep 2,626 Posts Drives: '08 Black Saphire Z4 MC Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	I'd go to a BMW dealer and try them out. Personally, I usually leave lumbar support fully deflated anyways, so I saw no real reason to spring for power seats. Never had it in a sports car, and never missed it, don't think it'll be any different in this car. __________________ '08 Black Saphire/Black Z4 M Coupe RIP Gretta: Blue Water/Lemon 135i. Died to save me. -ChuckV
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BMW Dreamer Colonel 72 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: Modded 06 TL Manual Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Northern IL. iTrader: (0)	ON MY, HOLLY COW. FACT: There is NO NEED for spending $995 for power sports seats. I just looked and sat in a 135i Alpine white, black leather, sport seats, silver aluminum trim. 100% The BEST seats I have EVER sat in. The adjustability is endless. The entire car looks MUCH better then any picture can do. In & out its AWESOME. I wish I was getting one this year. It just blows away anything else I have looked at. If it cost $4k more, I would still buy it over the 335i.
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vivid Captain 40 Rep 822 Posts Drives: 135i, 323i Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA. iTrader: (0)	So am I right is saying there are three different seat options: 1. Standard seat 2. Sports Seat (manual) 3. Sports Seat (same as #2 but powered) __________________ Current: 135i, 323i wagon. Sold:GTI Sold: FX45 Sold: E36 M3
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