I got these exact seats for my car and I love them so much but I bought mine from ebay for a total of $360 but I love them so much because it makes my car look more badass from the inside and makes you feel like you are hugged into a modern day sport car I love it best bang for your buck.
I'm not even close to owning my C5 yet and I'm excited to get these seats haha. They look really good for the price. Hope they keep on making them by the time I get my C5 God willing. Love your vids man!!
Well here I am 9 months later, "no pun intended"😂 and I bought a c5 about a month ago and the seats are totally trashed and ripped up so I just bought these same seats and they are still available yet! Got em ordered and just waiting for them to get here, august 9th I think. My brackets, also same as these brackets in his vid, just got here today. So they still offer the same seats and brackets! Got your c5 yet?
Hello guys I would really appreciate if you can tell me the model and the name of the manufacturer I’m getting a c5 and love these seats ,thank you and God bless
I just did this mod too based on this video. 2001 Z The seatbelt bolt is 3/8 inch thread size btw, 3/4 inch length. You will lose some forward and back range of movement with these seats. They rub against the tunnel as you move back. (Bad for tall people over 6 ft 2in) Your seat will rub against the seatbelt weirdly where it connects to the b pillar. This is because these seats have the shoulder wings where the stock seats don’t. This is an impediment to the seatbelts normal path. Not sure what safety implications this has but thought I’d share my experience. 36 inch inseam and it’s a bit tight around the thighs. Probably as far as you want to be for these. Overall still better that stock.
My c5 has c6 z06 Seats, and somehow still these seats call to me. Strange how even though they look very different the c5 and c6 z06 Seats have several of the same wonky issues. Great video, nice seats!
There's actually a reason why the standard seat back don;t really lock tight. GM said its done that way to protect the seat motors when being them as far back as possible its a cushion so it wont stop the seat motor abruptly.
And im debating on getting these in my 1998 jeep grand cherokee. Ive seen these exact seats in a 96 xj cherokee which is actually slightly smaller than mines but almost the same.
Guess the seats in the 2002 convertibles are really different. I just love the fit, and they are still supple, no cracks even being 19 yrs old. The bolsters and lumbar power adjustments still work and are really comfortable. I have driven cross country 5 times and have loved every moment in my C5.
Wow! ! that is cool seat, good thing I watched your video my C5 seat is going bad and in need of replacement, I did not know those seat from amazon would fit my C5, I would get them now that i know it will fit my C5 , I am glad I come across your youtube video.
After seeing this video, ordered these seats and brackets. I haven't received the seats yet but I just got my first look at the brackets. I would not recommend using these brackets. The welds are very cheap, they look shallow with tons of obvious spatter, and the whole frame feels light and flimsy. I wouldn't trust them to hold together in an accident, especially the seat belt tab. I think I'll end up sandblasting the finish off and welding on extra gussets and braces everywhere I can. Luckily I've got about a week to get them ready before the seats are here. I'll be closely inspecting the seat frames when they get here too, though I don't think that'll change whether I use them or not. Anything is better than the stock seats.
Sounds like they're only about 7-8 lbs heavier over braum seats(25 lbs), saving $4-500 Definitely will try this route. Thanks for listing the weight bc it's impossible to find that info for any ebay seats. And multiple sellers told me to just buy them to find out since they can't obtain the weight due to drop shipping I believe. Coming from g37 stock seats (88 lbs ea.), can't wait to feel the difference of another +100lbs down.
@@jaymohamed8547 I sold the car about a year ago. When I sold the car the seats were still as good of condition as when they came out of the box. I am very meticulous about my vehicle so I do take care of things. Just basically like a leather softener on it every few weeks. I know it's not real leather but it seemed to help
Awesome! Just ordered mine for my c5z. Can you pls provide a list of the Hardware you used? Also pls do provide specs on how to adjust the front so the seat doesnt lean too far forward. Thank you
Awesome. Ordered the brackets via your attached links in description. We're these the "IKON" brand universal seats on Amazon? I'm needing to replace my c5 seats in a bad way and this looks like the best option from a monetary and aesthetic standpoint lol thanks for the vid
Thanks for the video. Good content. I do have one question if you can help me with some info. Did you have to trim the seat belt panel to get the seats in. Mine seem too tight to get them in there. Thanks again
@@Acecunningham probably the best vehicle specific ones you can get. They have a website but I was able to buy some on Amazon for ~$140 each. On the pricier side, but quality and good fitment.
Isaiah Wilson thanks for the feed back! After looking around I Ordered Cipher C5/C6 seat brackets.. now just waiting for them to arrive ✌🏾😎 & hopefully I’ll find a good camera set up soon to post project update videos on here.. if anybodies got any tips I’d greatly appreciate it!
Great Video, and the level detail provided, make this seem fairly straight forward. I wonder, how would these fit in the corvertible? I can't imagine they would be any different. What about the controls for the power? Did you disconnet them all together? Has anyone used the C5 brackets for these Universal seats to maintain controls?
I bought a set of these seats and mounts based on this video and started to install them tonight. The head of the recommended 5/16" socket head cap screw is barely larger than the holes in the seat tracks. This video shows 4 of those holding the seat and occupant in place and there is no way that is a safe installation.
How do you think these would fit on a bigger guy? I am about 6'1", 250lbs. 38" waist if that helps for comparison. I have the typical flattened bolsters on my seats, and these look amazing.
almost 2 years later, how are you feeling about the seats still? did they last? The price is obviously very appealing, but I'm skeptical. Would love an update!
They look nice! My husband wants me to get new seats but I worry about seat height and all that. I'm 5ft 2 and I sit on a pillow on my stock C5 seat 🤣😑
Unfortunately I’m not an average size dude so racing seats are outta the question for me. But I have the same stock seats and when I bought the car, the driver’s side is in bad shape. I’d be really interested in purchasing your stock seats if you were to decide to sell them. I live the n northern VA and I’m only about 4 hours from VA beach area. This was a good video. I just wish I could fit comfortably in a racing seat.
Hey buddy, ik its an old vid, nice vette btw. But i am 6’3 178 and i jus wanna make sure the actual seats would fit me, disregard the headroom as im not using this for a vette but a 98 jeep zj. I was gonna get corbeau jeep grand cherokee specific fit brackets with these seats. Jus wanna know before i buy
I see lots of different feedback on these seats, I know they fit tight in the car I have a 98 C5, but do you think they would be ok for a 6’3” 190 senior citizen…lol..
Thought about getting some of these for the wife’s Z06 that’s coming but she’s only 5’2. From your experience with these, do you think they will sit too shallow for her? I may have to go another route for hers
Someone else asked this in the past. Mine perfectly fit right on top of it. I think some trims/ years have a slightly larger yaw sensor. What you could do is add a few washers under the bracket until it clears it.. your passenger seat will just be slightly higher, but probably not noticeable.
You get what you pay for. As a junkyard worker I've seen my fair share of crushed driver and passenger seats. With the blood and hair included. Don't buy junk seats unless you don't mind being in a wheelchair or a box to save a couple nickels. Jus sayin.
Im trying to get seats that weigh 25lbs total with brackets. As i did the math my factory seats weigh 60lbs each 120lbs total. So if i get 2 race seats 30lbs each im only gaining weight loss of my passenger seat basically. So i thought race seats are kinda pointless i should just remove the passenger and leave the factory and it equals the same.
My passenger seat motor or switch went out on mine and now the seat is stuck pretty much all the way forward. Will it cause any issues with warning lights or anything switching to some manual seats like this?
Just replaced mine and gotta say they are really a huge improvement over stock seats! Thanks for the video and instructions, really helpful.Did you ever install a key ring chain on the incline lever? Keep up the great work!
I think you would be ok. Ive had roughly 7 hours of seat time so far and took a lot of off ramps and Uturns very spirited if you will and I was snug. In the stock ones I would have been in the passenger seat. 🙄
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I got these exact seats for my car and I love them so much but I bought mine from ebay for a total of $360 but I love them so much because it makes my car look more badass from the inside and makes you feel like you are hugged into a modern day sport car I love it best bang for your buck.
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I'm not even close to owning my C5 yet and I'm excited to get these seats haha. They look really good for the price. Hope they keep on making them by the time I get my C5 God willing. Love your vids man!!
Thanks man!!!
Well here I am 9 months later, "no pun intended"😂 and I bought a c5 about a month ago and the seats are totally trashed and ripped up so I just bought these same seats and they are still available yet! Got em ordered and just waiting for them to get here, august 9th I think. My brackets, also same as these brackets in his vid, just got here today. So they still offer the same seats and brackets! Got your c5 yet?
Hello guys I would really appreciate if you can tell me the model and the name of the manufacturer I’m getting a c5 and love these seats ,thank you and God bless
@@VetOnVetteswill this seat work on a c6?
I just did this mod too based on this video. 2001 Z
The seatbelt bolt is 3/8 inch thread size btw, 3/4 inch length.
You will lose some forward and back range of movement with these seats. They rub against the tunnel as you move back. (Bad for tall people over 6 ft 2in)
Your seat will rub against the seatbelt weirdly where it connects to the b pillar. This is because these seats have the shoulder wings where the stock seats don’t. This is an impediment to the seatbelts normal path. Not sure what safety implications this has but thought I’d share my experience.
36 inch inseam and it’s a bit tight around the thighs. Probably as far as you want to be for these. Overall still better that stock.
Anything else bad, weird or good to report about these? Anything game changing particularly vs stock Z06 seats
"Gonna catch a nap..." A man after my own heart. Of course, I'm 68 years old. LOL.
My c5 has c6 z06 Seats, and somehow still these seats call to me. Strange how even though they look very different the c5 and c6 z06 Seats have several of the same wonky issues.
Great video, nice seats!
Agreed. Thanks man. 🤙👍
There's actually a reason why the standard seat back don;t really lock tight. GM said its done that way to protect the seat motors when being them as far back as possible its a cushion so it wont stop the seat motor abruptly.
Correct.. and now... we have a stupid "max position" and you lose a couple of inches of space because of it.
I did this mod last year. 10,000 miles on my “cheap seats”.... still awesome. Made a video about them on my Channel, May do a 10k mike update
I just got mine from ups.They are nice for the money
How tall are you? Im 6’3 178 and wanna make sure these can countour to me
@@22lrjayden81 6ft 1inch 220lbs.
And im debating on getting these in my 1998 jeep grand cherokee. Ive seen these exact seats in a 96 xj cherokee which is actually slightly smaller than mines but almost the same.
@22lrjayden81 that is the exact reason ive been looking for seats lmao. I have a 2000 cherokee and am looking for new seats
Guess the seats in the 2002 convertibles are really different. I just love the fit, and they are still supple, no cracks even being 19 yrs old. The bolsters and lumbar power adjustments still work and are really comfortable. I have driven cross country 5 times and have loved every moment in my C5.
Great vid. Nice to see another channel with C5 content! Subbed.
Thanks man 🤙👍
I appreciate the video. I have a C5 Coupe. My brackets came today. My seats should be here next week.
How are seats now?
I’m going to purchase two of these just like this for my 1971 Karmann Ghia......!
Wow! ! that is cool seat, good thing I watched your video my C5 seat is going bad and in need of replacement, I did not know those seat from amazon would fit my C5, I would get them now that i know it will fit my C5 , I am glad I come across your youtube video.
After seeing this video, ordered these seats and brackets. I haven't received the seats yet but I just got my first look at the brackets. I would not recommend using these brackets. The welds are very cheap, they look shallow with tons of obvious spatter, and the whole frame feels light and flimsy. I wouldn't trust them to hold together in an accident, especially the seat belt tab. I think I'll end up sandblasting the finish off and welding on extra gussets and braces everywhere I can. Luckily I've got about a week to get them ready before the seats are here. I'll be closely inspecting the seat frames when they get here too, though I don't think that'll change whether I use them or not. Anything is better than the stock seats.
The seats on the Zo6 models are made extra lite for weight savings. regular seats are a bit more sturdy actually. not much but better.
The originals were trash.Even when they were new they were moving forward and back.always popping noises coming from them.
Great vid, are they still holding up? Would you recommend them after some seat time on them now? Or is one better off saving up for corbeaus?
The seats are nice, but where did you get that steering wheel?
Sounds like they're only about 7-8 lbs heavier over braum seats(25 lbs), saving $4-500
Definitely will try this route. Thanks for listing the weight bc it's impossible to find that info for any ebay seats. And multiple sellers told me to just buy them to find out since they can't obtain the weight due to drop shipping I believe.
Coming from g37 stock seats (88 lbs ea.), can't wait to feel the difference of another +100lbs down.
Yeah man. It drove me insane not knowing the weight before buying them either. Glad you appreciated that 👍🤙
88 lbs each!!??? Jesus
I agree with you the C5 Z06 stock seats are very flimsy and looking forward to replace them very soon
Finally got the seats in. Feel great. Definitely a tight squeeze but they work. Thanks again man. Great video
How are the seats now?
@@jaymohamed8547 I sold the car about a year ago. When I sold the car the seats were still as good of condition as when they came out of the box. I am very meticulous about my vehicle so I do take care of things. Just basically like a leather softener on it every few weeks. I know it's not real leather but it seemed to help
I bought the one from Amazon seats mounts. Worked very good.
How are the seats now?
@@jaymohamed8547 there just ok. looking to upgrade to top end seats later.
Awesome! Just ordered mine for my c5z. Can you pls provide a list of the Hardware you used? Also pls do provide specs on how to adjust the front so the seat doesnt lean too far forward. Thank you
Been looking for awhile. Thx for the video. Just ordered a pair for my coupe.
Awesome. Ordered the brackets via your attached links in description. We're these the "IKON" brand universal seats on Amazon? I'm needing to replace my c5 seats in a bad way and this looks like the best option from a monetary and aesthetic standpoint lol thanks for the vid
Just installed mine love the feel easy install.
Great job and the seats are very nice! Will they work for a c-6? Thanks for posting!
Thanks man. Absolutely they will.
Gotta love a yellow vette
Grade 10 bolts are the strongest
Absolutely beautiful seats great purchase are they heavy seats in yours option
Thanks for the video. Good content. I do have one question if you can help me with some info. Did you have to trim the seat belt panel to get the seats in. Mine seem too tight to get them in there. Thanks again
I didn't have to initially. They fit, was tight but fit. But it rubbed and made a horrid noise so I trimmed them.
@@VetOnVettes thanks. I’ll give it a shot. Thanks again, I don’t know if you realize how helpful you are to people like me.
Seat brackets don’t exist anymore got any other suggestions definitely love the seats
planted brackets
Are planted brackets a good fit? Where from?
@@Acecunningham probably the best vehicle specific ones you can get. They have a website but I was able to buy some on Amazon for ~$140 each. On the pricier side, but quality and good fitment.
Isaiah Wilson thanks for the feed back! After looking around I Ordered Cipher C5/C6 seat brackets.. now just waiting for them to arrive ✌🏾😎 & hopefully I’ll find a good camera set up soon to post project update videos on here.. if anybodies got any tips I’d greatly appreciate it!
Nice vid I’m planning to upgrade my seats now
Not sure on the red snitching though, have to think about that and why only 4 washers when you have 8 bolts?
Great Video, and the level detail provided, make this seem fairly straight forward. I wonder, how would these fit in the corvertible? I can't imagine they would be any different. What about the controls for the power? Did you disconnet them all together? Has anyone used the C5 brackets for these Universal seats to maintain controls?
I bought a set of these seats and mounts based on this video and started to install them tonight. The head of the recommended 5/16" socket head cap screw is barely larger than the holes in the seat tracks. This video shows 4 of those holding the seat and occupant in place and there is no way that is a safe installation.
How are they? Link?
Would like to have some of these for my C4. Probably would be tight though!
How do you think these would fit on a bigger guy? I am about 6'1", 250lbs. 38" waist if that helps for comparison. I have the typical flattened bolsters on my seats, and these look amazing.
I was wondering the same???
Suuup broskie. Hooyah Navy all the way. I just got my C6, it's yellow also 😂. I live in the area let's meet up and run around. Cheers man
Cool video, but I actually like my C5 Corvette seats.
Looking to get these seats for my C6. Did you use the stock brackets that came with these seats? Or do you recommend the Corbou brackets?
Awesome video! Do you have a link for the bracket as well?
almost 2 years later, how are you feeling about the seats still? did they last? The price is obviously very appealing, but I'm skeptical. Would love an update!
can you use the power seat motors or is it all manual now ?
They look nice! My husband wants me to get new seats but I worry about seat height and all that. I'm 5ft 2 and I sit on a pillow on my stock C5 seat 🤣😑
Haha. I was worried about that too. They are about the same height wise luckily.
After 5+ months, how do you feel about them?
I got a set of Braums, but heavily considered generic amazon/ebay seats and will for a future beater.
I uploaded a update a few weeks ago. Still good to go 🤙👍
@@VetOnVettes love it.
Hey I just brought some seat. What size screws and nuts did you used to install the bracket?
Looks great! I have ben looking at seats for My Mustang. Were the seats made just for a Vette,or universal?
Universal. In fact they will probably fit in a mustang MUCH better.
Put one in my 04 mustang and one in my c5. Haha. Both needed drivers seats bad
Unfortunately I’m not an average size dude so racing seats are outta the question for me. But I have the same stock seats and when I bought the car, the driver’s side is in bad shape. I’d be really interested in purchasing your stock seats if you were to decide to sell them. I live the n northern VA and I’m only about 4 hours from VA beach area. This was a good video. I just wish I could fit comfortably in a racing seat.
Where did you get that aftermarket radio? Looks way better than the Chevy Astro Van special that comes stock in C5's...
Hey buddy, ik its an old vid, nice vette btw. But i am 6’3 178 and i jus wanna make sure the actual seats would fit me, disregard the headroom as im not using this for a vette but a 98 jeep zj. I was gonna get corbeau jeep grand cherokee specific fit brackets with these seats. Jus wanna know before i buy
Are you able to slide these seats all the way back against the bulkhead? I'm tall and have the stock seats all the way back. Thanks for the video.
I mean they look good, but are they gonna hood up in an accident or are they just going to snap at the hinges like the fake bride/ recaro seats?
I see lots of different feedback on these seats, I know they fit tight in the car I have a 98 C5, but do you think they would be ok for a 6’3” 190 senior citizen…lol..
I got some red ones, waaay better than the stock
Can you please share the link to where you purchased your steering wheel? Were you able to easily add along with the stock air bag?
Try to push with your back back. Not to hard or two slow and the seat will unlock from the recliner I bought this and now they on the trash
Thought about getting some of these for the wife’s Z06 that’s coming but she’s only 5’2. From your experience with these, do you think they will sit too shallow for her? I may have to go another route for hers
Honesty, but I did not notice a a height difference. I thought I would, but I feel they are identical in that regard.
Very nice! Thumbs-up video ~John
Thanks man
Whats up! what did you do with the yaw sensor on the passenger side? The bracket is sitting on it. Thanks!
Someone else asked this in the past. Mine perfectly fit right on top of it. I think some trims/ years have a slightly larger yaw sensor. What you could do is add a few washers under the bracket until it clears it.. your passenger seat will just be slightly higher, but probably not noticeable.
Great Video and like the Navy Shirt. Former AT2 here.
Great Review. Thanks!
Love those seats! What brand name and or where can I find them?
You get what you pay for. As a junkyard worker I've seen my fair share of crushed driver and passenger seats. With the blood and hair included. Don't buy junk seats unless you don't mind being in a wheelchair or a box to save a couple nickels. Jus sayin.
is that a generic bracket or fit for a vette? where you get the bracket? I'm doing a 72 firebird.
Im trying to get seats that weigh 25lbs total with brackets. As i did the math my factory seats weigh 60lbs each 120lbs total. So if i get 2 race seats 30lbs each im only gaining weight loss of my passenger seat basically. So i thought race seats are kinda pointless i should just remove the passenger and leave the factory and it equals the same.
Nice c5 man great videoo
Did your c5 come stocks with a red interior and yellow paint???
Yup. Weird I know
@@VetOnVettes holy cow that had to be a special order. Love the seats btw. How are they holding up after 8 months now???
Any new links to seat brackets? Or alternative options for brackets? Seems like their out of stock and I cant find them anywhere else.
Them seats look Awesome 👌
How are these holding up
I did a video a month ago with an update. Check it out. It's in my library. 🤙👍
Were did you purchase the seat bracket from for the seats?
Great video! Do you think these seats will fit a 2017 Camaro?
I'm fairly certain they would
plastic pop pusher pin things. i will forever call them that now
Are the brackets you used C5 specific or universal? Using them for my Toyota Celica GT 2001
I believe that are unique to the C5, but don't quote me on that.
I'm not thin...does this company make Seats like this that do not have the high sides on the bottom part?
Glad it worked out
Where’d you get that steering wheel? It looks sick!
He also made another video on the steering wheel
My passenger seat motor or switch went out on mine and now the seat is stuck pretty much all the way forward. Will it cause any issues with warning lights or anything switching to some manual seats like this?
Is it possible to just buy 1? I want to buy one for my sim racing rig.
Would these fit a 2017 camaro ss ?
Hello sir could u please give me the bolt and nut size for the seatbelt please????? Yellow vetts are the best !!!!
Question: are the seat brackets / mounting the same in the C6 Zo6 the same as the regular C5 electric seats??
Just replaced mine and gotta say they are really a huge improvement over stock seats! Thanks for the video and instructions, really helpful.Did you ever install a key ring chain on the incline lever? Keep up the great work!
Bought mine on eBay from Modify Street, nice red and black for $370
Bro love the seats and video input 👍
You didn't got the airbag light on?
I couldn't tell in the video, but did you have to remove the seat belt retractor trim panel to fit these as is common with many seats?
Negative. It's tight, but it fits!
Negative. It's tight, but it fits!
@@VetOnVettes Sweet, how hard is it to access the adjuster? Not that I plan to adjust very often.
What if we're not using stock seatbelts & have removed them? Can the reclining lever go on outside if using race harness?
Think I found my new seats for my vette
VetonVEttes757, can you show how tight, or any rub, of the seat belt reel to the seat?
You mention that it works for someone 6ft 175. What about 6’5? Do they sit lower than stock? Is there more head room? Thanks in advance!
Hey buddy, i have the same question as im 6’3 178 and want to make sure these can fit me in my jeep
The driver side seat belt wiring does it have to say pug in? Or can you keep it unplugged.
Keep it unplugged. 👍👍
@@VetOnVettes thanks just order my seats. And thanks again for the video
Hello, I have already received my good quality products, where can I get the base for these seats? Could you help me?
Any idea if these would fit a 2006 C6?? Wasn't sure if anyone had any luck. Thanks in advance!
Can you still make the aftermarket seats power seats with the old c5 power seat buttons ?
I have a c6 z06 do you know if these seats will fit in them?
I have c5 1999 electric seats i seen a video saying to take out airbag fuse is that correct
What’s the weight difference between the 2 seats. How much do they weigh
I don't remember off the top of my head. I did say at some point in the middle of the video.
Why is the drilling necessary? And could you list out the hardware used? Had a hard time tracking it.
Curious if these would suffice for amateur track duty. I mean anything is better than stock
I think you would be ok. Ive had roughly 7 hours of seat time so far and took a lot of off ramps and Uturns very spirited if you will and I was snug. In the stock ones I would have been in the passenger seat. 🙄
VetOnVettes757 haha for sure. Either that or setting up that chiropractic appointment weekly
What size is the Allen bolts that you use?
What steering wheel do you have?
I got the exact ones