[ZM2]

Hey guys, I'm looking at installing some Recaro Sport C's (OE version of the G-series carbon buckets) into my F87 M2.

Have you guys had any issues with helmet clearance with the factory BMW carbon buckets?

Thanks.

[BackOnBlack]

With the headrest padding on the OEM seats wearing a helmet is uncomfortable. Thankfully, the padding is removable with two screws holding it. Is the version being sold under Recaro the same? Is the padding removable?

I assume this is what you mean by 'clearance.'

[ZM2]

Originally Posted by BackOnBlack

With the headrest padding on the OEM seats wearing a helmet is uncomfortable. Thankfully, the padding is removable with two screws holding it. Is the version being sold under Recaro the same? Is the padding removable?

I assume this is what you mean by 'clearance.'

Yup, that's exactly what I'm referencing. I'll ask Recaro if the padding is easily removable on the Sport C and let you all know.

The Sport C and the BMW carbon buckets are essentially the same seat, just different cosmetics: https://www.recaro-automotive.com/us...recaro-sport-c

The 5-door heated & non-heated versions are readily available, while the 3-door version is delayed until end of 2024.

I do have seatback angle measurements from Recaro for anyone contemplating installing the 5-door version in their M4 for now which is my plan for my M2 if there's enough clearance to still put tires in the backseat. The G82 is quite a bit bigger than the F87, so probably not an issue anyways--just the inconvenience of not having a dump lever for now.

[ZM2]

Well, Recaro says the headrest padding on the Sport C is not removable.

It's such a cool seat and I don't track my M2 as much anymore (I save most of my track for the race cars), so I may still give it a shot.

At $3k/seat it's a good alternative to the BMW carbon buckets which I love, but are hard and expensive to find.

[ZM2]

Ordered up the 5-door, heated Sport C. All parts will be at my shop next week, so hopefully will be installed before Thanksgiving.

Will provide some pics, and maybe I’ll put my helmet on and drive around town to check clearance.

[nizona]

I didn't realize that the headrest pad had screws so my last week at the track I had my helmet with the pad in place. It's a minor annoyance, you'll be fine if you can't remove the pad.

[ZM2]

Originally Posted by nizona

I didn't realize that the headrest pad had screws so my last week at the track I had my helmet with the pad in place. It's a minor annoyance, you'll be fine if you can't remove the pad.

Appreciate the feedback. Here’s a couple pics. Getting installed now!

[ZM2]

Here it is!

While the seat has less padding than the stock seat, I find it way more comfortable bc it’s so much more supportive. And, the 8-way adjustable electronics allow to fine tune exactly how you’d like the base & back angles, lumbar air pillows, seat height, and leg positioning to dial in perfect fitment. It now feels like the seat is molded to you, vs just sitting on top of a seat.

We skipped using the Recaro recommended Planted bracket and used these guys to get the seat much lower and what seems way more secure/connected to the car: https://www.bimmerworld.com/Billet-A...s-E8X-E9X.html

We also mounted the seat belt buckle directly to the seat so it would move with it vs remaining stationary on the Planted bracket.

Oh, and the heated seat version was very nice to have this weekend during <40F temps.

[Brokenbones]

looks great!
were you able to keep the memory power seat adjustments?
Love the rearward slide to help exit car is tight spots

[ZM2]

Originally Posted by Brokenbones

looks great!
were you able to keep the memory power seat adjustments?
Love the rearward slide to help exit car is tight spots

Unfortunately not. Still loving the seat tho.