porsche driver height

[kissmelaterOyeah]

Been a vw bug nut for a long time but found I like the 914 more and more but don't know it. Will have to travel just to find one. I'm 6'6" and with bugs I buzz off the track catch. I understand the 914's are more restrictive. Will be sitting in one to try it out soon. Any height stories tips or opinions please feel free...tia

[914]

I Am 6'3" People Are Amazed When I Get Out
Of That Small Car,For The Size Of The Car
Its Very Roomy Inside!! One Thing Your
Sitting On The Ground Like A Go Kart,Ive
Owned Mine For 24yrs!! Good Luck!!
Alan

[Conrad W Peden]

I bought my 914 from my brother, 6'7".

He would never fit in the car with a helmet and the roof on.

If you intend to autocross or track etc.. take a helmet with you to see how you fit.

On of the tall guys in my region takes the cushion out of the seat and puts in a piece of carpet underlay. Give you an inch or two and provides a bit of lateral support for your butt.

good luck

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72 914 L20E in rusto.
73 914 L20E 2.0L in resto.
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[Jim Smolka]

One problem you might run into is your legs hitting the steering wheel. This can be solved with a smaller wheel.

[Bernie914]

I am 6'4" with short legs and a very long upper torso. The 914 is the best fit of any
sports car I have ever sat in.

As to the helmet for autocross... I plan
to remove the seat cushion to make up for it.
I can sit on a hard pan for a couple of laps.
It will also give me a bit more side support.


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===Bernie===

[GregS]

I'm 6'4" and am quite comfortable in the car. I have a friend who is 6'5" and owns a 914. He has a bit of trouble as he went to an aftermarket seat. But he, too, said that as long as he stayed with the factory seat there was no problem with head- or leg-room, even with a center console.