C7 z06 competition seats in a zl1 1le

ksmith_zl11le · 01-11-2019, 12:55 PM

Just picked up a zl1 1le. Wondering y’alls thoughts about putting C7 z06 competition seats in the zl1 and if anybody has done it before. Thanks guys

~Jb · 01-11-2019, 01:41 PM

Funny that you post this, I have been researching this exact idea. From what I have found, the C7 comp seats will not simply bolt in because of different chassis architecture; however, the ATS-V seats would (same architecture). I like the look of the V seats, but to plush for my liking and would not match the ZL1 interior very well.

SteveV · 01-11-2019, 01:46 PM

Awesome idea. Definitely going to watch this thread to see if anyone succeeds in this...

Chris V · 01-11-2019, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ~Jb

Funny that you post this, I have been researching this exact idea. From what I have found, the C7 comp seats will not simply bolt in because of different chassis architecture; however, the ATS-V seats would (same architecture). I like the look of the V seats, but to plush for my liking and would not match the ZL1 interior very well.

The Alpha chassis seats have this hook that slides into a receiver in the floor in the front, and bolts down in the rear.

I don't think there's any way to make the C7 seats bolt in. Everything is possible with a welder, but in the end it's probably a lot easier to buy a nice aftermarket seat and some Brey-Krause mounts.

DangerZL1 · 01-11-2019, 07:01 PM

The CTS-V appear to be the same basic seat frame as the 6th gen Camaro. Not much difference outside of cosmetics. I haven’t seen a seat upgrade in any car that was significantly different than the base seat. It’s usually just a seat foam and cover change even with the Recaro options.

harner · 01-11-2019, 07:12 PM

I'm curious what would prompt you to want a different seat? I sat in a Z06 with comp seats and it completely turned me off from wanting one. I think my ZL1 seats are extremely comfortable and offer plenty of support.

Also, I would imagine going with an aftermarket seat would be cheaper than finding a V3 or Z06 seat.

Stephen12ZL1 · 01-11-2019, 10:19 PM

I don't think the ATSv/CTSv seat is an amazing difference. I do like the Caddy seat because it has built in passages for harness belts.

Stephen12ZL1 · 01-11-2019, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ~Jb

Funny that you post this, I have been researching this exact idea. From what I have found, the C7 comp seats will not simply bolt in because of different chassis architecture; however, the ATS-V seats would (same architecture). I like the look of the V seats, but to plush for my liking and would not match the ZL1 interior very well.

no red trim but black matches black in my world...

ksmith_zl11le · 01-12-2019, 03:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harner

I'm curious what would prompt you to want a different seat? I sat in a Z06 with comp seats and it completely turned me off from wanting one. I think my ZL1 seats are extremely comfortable and offer plenty of support.

Also, I would imagine going with an aftermarket seat would be cheaper than finding a V3 or Z06 seat.

Well I used to have a callaway c7 z06 and I loved the seats. I have a mercedes c63s rn and I love the seats that are in it. I like the seats in my 1le and all. I just like the design of the c7 ones better. Love the holes for the seatbelts. I only wanted to see if anybody had even done it or if it could be done. I wouldn't go aftermarket because I still want the heated and cooled seats. I would like to stick with something oem. I like the ats-v seats a lot. Gonna have to look into it.

ksmith_zl11le · 01-12-2019, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ~Jb

Funny that you post this, I have been researching this exact idea. From what I have found, the C7 comp seats will not simply bolt in because of different chassis architecture; however, the ATS-V seats would (same architecture). I like the look of the V seats, but to plush for my liking and would not match the ZL1 interior very well.

Well thats why you could get it custom and then make it match

ksmith_zl11le · 01-12-2019, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris V

The Alpha chassis seats have this hook that slides into a receiver in the floor in the front, and bolts down in the rear.

I don't think there's any way to make the C7 seats bolt in. Everything is possible with a welder, but in the end it's probably a lot easier to buy a nice aftermarket seat and some Brey-Krause mounts.

I'm gonna research it a little more. Then talk to a shop and see what they think about it. Then see what I could do.

Realist · 01-12-2019, 05:37 PM

I luv the fit of the ZL1 recaros but luv the look of the competition seats. Not that I want to spend the $’s but interested in seeing the outcome.

Torquem · 01-13-2019, 02:17 PM

I am wide between the shoulders and did not think I would like the c7 comp seats. I actually love them.

G2K · 01-14-2019, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ~Jb

Funny that you post this, I have been researching this exact idea. From what I have found, the C7 comp seats will not simply bolt in because of different chassis architecture; however, the ATS-V seats would (same architecture). I like the look of the V seats, but to plush for my liking and would not match the ZL1 interior very well.

Never thought about theres. These would match perfect on my SS 1LE.

I love the C7 ones but they wont fit. And also i believe they are too wide since they have the blocks that are airbags on the side. The rails at the bottom would need to be custom made.

I like this cadillac idea. They look like the mercedes a bit, wonder is they are too soft considering they are in a cadillac or if they stay true to their recaro name

01-11-2019, 12:55 PM	#1
ksmith_zl11le Drives: Metallic Grey ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Cape Canaveral, Florida Posts: 26	C7 z06 competition seats in a zl1 1le Just picked up a zl1 1le. Wondering y’alls thoughts about putting C7 z06 competition seats in the zl1 and if anybody has done it before. Thanks guys

01-11-2019, 01:41 PM	#2
~Jb Drives: 2018 ZLE Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Des Moines Posts: 227	Funny that you post this, I have been researching this exact idea. From what I have found, the C7 comp seats will not simply bolt in because of different chassis architecture; however, the ATS-V seats would (same architecture). I like the look of the V seats, but to plush for my liking and would not match the ZL1 interior very well. __________________ *2018 ZL1 1LE* (CARBON/PDR/NAV)**

01-11-2019, 01:46 PM	#3
SteveV Drives: 2018 ZL1 Camaro 6M Red Hot Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 1,139 View My Garage	Awesome idea. Definitely going to watch this thread to see if anyone succeeds in this... __________________ People are a lot like slinky's: not very helpful most of the time, but they bring a smile to your face when pushed down the stairs...

01-11-2019, 07:12 PM	#6
harner Drives: 2018 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: NEPA Posts: 454	I'm curious what would prompt you to want a different seat? I sat in a Z06 with comp seats and it completely turned me off from wanting one. I think my ZL1 seats are extremely comfortable and offer plenty of support. Also, I would imagine going with an aftermarket seat would be cheaper than finding a V3 or Z06 seat. __________________ SOLD! 9/1/2020 2018 ZL1 A10 Hyper Blue - Rotofab CAI, Gibson catback @SurefireDetail OEM ZLE tails/third brake light, Gen5DIY reverse LEDs, front Amber LEDs, SMG laser LED side markers, SMG smoked reflectors 1994 Trans Am LM7/CPT 4L60E/9" 1987 IROC 2006 Silverado

01-11-2019, 10:19 PM	#7
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,824	I don't think the ATSv/CTSv seat is an amazing difference. I do like the Caddy seat because it has built in passages for harness belts. __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

01-11-2019, 07:01 PM	#5
DangerZL1 Drives: 2023 Black ZL1 Auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: FEMA Region 4 Posts: 2,936	The CTS-V appear to be the same basic seat frame as the 6th gen Camaro. Not much difference outside of cosmetics. I haven’t seen a seat upgrade in any car that was significantly different than the base seat. It’s usually just a seat foam and cover change even with the Recaro options.

01-12-2019, 05:37 PM	#12
Realist Drives: No Camaro :( Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Chitown Burbs Posts: 1,163	I luv the fit of the ZL1 recaros but luv the look of the competition seats. Not that I want to spend the $’s but interested in seeing the outcome.

01-13-2019, 02:17 PM	#13
Torquem Bannable Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 460 View My Garage	I am wide between the shoulders and did not think I would like the c7 comp seats. I actually love them. __________________ One must forego the self to attain total spiritual creaminess, and avoid the chewy chunks of degradation 2017 ZL1 A10 - Hyper Blue Metallic Rotofab CAI, TM ported TB, AWE non res touring catback with PLP's

User Name		Remember Me?
Password