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I was wondering how tall you could be to *comfortably* fit in any z 1970 to 78. From what others have said about seats it seems like 6'1 is about the max.... I'm 6'2 and still growing... would this be a problem when i fiannly have the cash to buy a z...

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I'm 6'6" tall with a 38" inseam, and I fit very comfortably (relatively speaking) in my 240. I have problems with the 280Z though because of the redesigned armrest/door pull. It gets in the way of my left knee when I try to operate the clutch (not enough room to get my knee between the steering wheel and the door). But this can be removed.

 

Nigel

'73 240ZT

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and fit in the 240's to 280's only. The ZX's dash board was redesign for the someone with shorter legs. I did change out my steering wheel to a smaller diameter but drove it just fine even before that change. I also have a 90 300ZX and had to get the 2+2 to have room to fit.

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I'm 6'2", its a small car, but I'm actually daily driving it now. There is a guy locally who is 6'6", how he drives his 240Z I have no idea! He must have a low race seat, I need one myself. My hair touches the top a tad, and with a helmet its a tight squeeze, this is also tilting my seat (89/90 Acura?) back one notch from my prefered performance 'stance.'

 

Overall I still love the car, no regrets, and its a mean mother in the twisties!!!

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I'm 6'3" and I fit fine. To help give me a little more room I have installed Miata seats (very easy swap) and am going with a smaller wheel. Even without the Miata seats my head didnt touch the headliner.

 

I also used to drive an 83 ZX. I was amazed at the room it had! I could stretch both legs straight out in front of my (past the pedals) and just barely touch the firewall!

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