Getting in and out
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I'm just over 6' and find the ergonomics of getting in and out to be more difficult than the actual fit (the sill on these cars are high and the floor boards so low it feels like you're climbing into a bucket). That said, the fit once inside could be a bit better, such as the key not jabbing you in the knee, or my worst gripe which is my head hitting the roof (I've heard the newer model XK's have more head space).
I still prefer to drive our x350 if I want comfort. The space, ergonomics, and ride are far superior.
I still prefer to drive our x350 if I want comfort. The space, ergonomics, and ride are far superior.
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I'm 5'10", 260#, 62 years young, lets just say one might call me a big bugger! Anyway I went from a Miata to the XK8 so the XK8 is SPACIOUS.
As said before if in a tight parking space it can be difficult, getting out I swing both legs over and sit side saddle in the seat and just stand up, I have no issues getting in.
Does your steering wheel auto go up, if mine is down there's no way to get out. I think one of the issues with the XK8 is the long doors and the seat does not slide back far enough.
As said before if in a tight parking space it can be difficult, getting out I swing both legs over and sit side saddle in the seat and just stand up, I have no issues getting in.
Does your steering wheel auto go up, if mine is down there's no way to get out. I think one of the issues with the XK8 is the long doors and the seat does not slide back far enough.
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I'm 6'2" and I have to have the steering wheel all the up and the seat all the way back, and the seat very inclined to give me me approx 1/4" head clearance.
But I brought this car for fun - I have a Volvo for practicality - and despite the cramped cabin I still find the car comfortable on long drives, which is a bonus.
I drove some brand new XKs in 2000 and thought they they are to cramped and I would never buy one, but now they are so cheap I don't care.
But I brought this car for fun - I have a Volvo for practicality - and despite the cramped cabin I still find the car comfortable on long drives, which is a bonus.
I drove some brand new XKs in 2000 and thought they they are to cramped and I would never buy one, but now they are so cheap I don't care.
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Atreus (06-20-2017)
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I am 6-foot-7, 260 pounds, with size 15 shoes and a 7-foot wingspan. I have no chance getting in or out of the car unless the top is down and the seat is pushed and tilted as far back as possible. Even then, I have zero legroom, knee room, or foot room. Good thing it is my wife's car - I drive it as little as possible....
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Posted elsewhere on this same issue recently, so it must still be catching. Yep I'm tall, overweight, ours is a coupe and I admire the way my mid 40s daughter manages with far more grace than I.
But, this cloud has a brilliant silver lining . . . if you have trouble with an XK8, don't bother yearning after a Series1 E-Type FHC.
Cheers,
Ken
But, this cloud has a brilliant silver lining . . . if you have trouble with an XK8, don't bother yearning after a Series1 E-Type FHC.
Cheers,
Ken
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I am 5'10" and on the narrow side. This is a car that you wear, part of the experience. Once you get in and settled it is like a good set of well worn shoes. It took me months to find my driving position and settings and I have two for different situations. Interestingly it is a car that I get out of feeling better after driving it regardless of how inelegantly I must exit. Hint, the driver's seatbelt is the perfect handle; grab both lengths at the shoulder bracket.
What is a real thrill is watching a female in business attire who knows how to do it gracefully enter and exit this vehicle. It is pure class and elegance in motion.
Me I am glad that I do not land on my face on the way out. When in my narrow driveway I can only open the door about eight inches. I have a pad on the house to protect the door. Kind of like crawling into a bucket.
What is a real thrill is watching a female in business attire who knows how to do it gracefully enter and exit this vehicle. It is pure class and elegance in motion.
Me I am glad that I do not land on my face on the way out. When in my narrow driveway I can only open the door about eight inches. I have a pad on the house to protect the door. Kind of like crawling into a bucket.
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My wife is short so no problem for her but the issues are reversed for us with our Land Rover--a challenge for her but easy and natural for me.
Granville
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StuG (06-20-2017)
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