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Old May 23, 2014 | 10:26 AM
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I'm in the market of buying an S2000, I've wanted one for awhile now. My only main concern is how tall I am. I am 6'3 about 6'4 and was wondering if it was a bad idea for me to get one? Will I be able to fit comfortably? How tall are you and do you fit comfortably? Need serious answers please.
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Old May 23, 2014 | 10:36 AM
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As you know not everyone is the same even of the same height. Leg length and torso height can affect how comfortable the car is for two people of identical stature. Much was made of anthropological measurements for tactical ejection seats. Same thing here, really.

You should find an S and see if it fits you. I have seen posts that some drivers of your build were comfortable. Good luck.
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Old May 23, 2014 | 11:03 AM
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My dad fits in my car comfortably. He is 6'3 with a 34" inseam.
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Old May 23, 2014 | 11:37 AM
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This isn't an uncommon topic so you might want to refer to prior threads. Here's one site restricted Google search:
https://www.google.com/search?q=tall...+site:s2ki.com
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Old May 23, 2014 | 12:05 PM
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You can lower the seat, which I would definitely suggest. My 6'4" friend looks ridiculous in my passenger seat though.. long legs, and they basically hit the dash. But there's lots of taller people who don't complain at all.
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Old May 24, 2014 | 08:05 AM
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Definitely drive one and see if it is right for you. I'm 6'3 and 260lbs and I've logged over 55k miles on mine and have even taken long trips 6-7 hours driving and have been fine but everyone is different so get in one and drive it.
I do get my chops busted because my head sticks over the windshield!
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Old May 24, 2014 | 08:14 AM
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This is one of the few joys about being a 5'6 manlet. I never have to worry about fitting in a car lol

Your best bet would be to go see one off craigslist/at a dealership and see how you fit yourself!
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Old May 24, 2014 | 09:04 AM
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Aftermarket seat would also lower the height.
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Old May 24, 2014 | 03:53 PM
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You might want to get a hardtop and lower seat rails. There are people who are your weight and fit perfectly and others that don't It depends on your torso length.
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Old May 24, 2014 | 06:22 PM
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Like I said I'm almost 6'4 and 200lbs. I'm praying I fit because I really want one. Lol. I'm setting something up to test drive one in the next week. I have a 2002 Honda Civic Si and I fit in that just fine with plenty of room. I know the S2000 is different in how high the dash is and it's a whole different car but does anyone know if it's much of a difference?
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