racerdad Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Hey guys, my wife and I sat ( or should I say attempted to sit in ) yet another 7 replica this past weekend at Sebring Intl. Raceway..... No luck once again!!!! This time it was a replica by RM called an RM7. What a cool car... just WAY TOO small. We really are looking to buy a 7 type car, are there any that will fit what I consider to be a NORMAL size guy?? I am 6'2" approx. 250lbs.... not fat, think triathlon/weight-lifting bulid, size 14 foot... Are there any 7 type cars that will fit? I can stuff my foot into a size 13 racing shoe for the right car!! We would like to be fairly comfortable in the car on a long trip... Thanks, Todd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scannon Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Todd, Have you tried on a Caterham SV for size? AFAIK it is one of the largest Se7ens out there. I have size 12 feet and I actually moved the brake pedal closer to the throttle pedal for better heel and toe work. I think a size 13 or even a 14 would fit. I'm 5'10" and I have to move the seat forward about 4". A fellow who was 6'4" and 250 lb tried it for size last week and is now off dreaming about a Se7en again, having previously given up on them due to his size. Skip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arya Ebrahimi Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 You can find one that fits, or just mod one till you fit. I chose the latter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al N. Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 I'd ask the Stalker brigade to weigh in (no pun intended!)...some of those guys were on the tall side. And again, those mofos are FAST. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slngsht Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 You can find one that fits, or just mod one till you fit. I chose the latter preferrably your own, although uncle's car qualifies :rofl: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z3 Stalker Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Contact Dennis at Brunton Automotive or visit the website. The Stalker is wider than most sevens, quite a few of the owners are well over 6ft and 250lb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S1Steve Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 As I am part of the Big Boy club, 240 and 6ft3. The Stalker is a great fit, alot more room than my S1, even thats not to bad. What fit me the best is my buddy's Cat SV.It has very nice seats and good room for a bigger driver.:crazy: Happy Hunting, Steve Novelli Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparecr Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 I too would say look at the Stalker. Cost wise I still think it is one of the best deals out there. And Al is right they are FAST, but very drivable. Oh and the Brunton's are second to none on customer service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestTexasS2K Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Demans SR27 should fit you as well. It is a nice car and has large drivers compartment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowflyer Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Another "biggie" checking in! I'm 6'2" and weigh 255, have a 11.5 shoe and fit very well in my Stalker. One caution though, you can't expect to have the kind of room you're used to in your "normal" car. I normally wear driving shoes and there is no extra room down in the foot well. When my foot is off the clutch I brace it against the floor crossbrace as there is no room for a "dead pedal" or such. It's still a small car, but it's very easy to adapt to its size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobDrye Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 I'm 5' 10" and weigh 250 and my shoes are size 13. I fit into or should say that I put on a 7 that is a narrow book chassis. Is it your legs or body that doesn't fit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitmfgr Posted June 16, 2008 Share Posted June 16, 2008 Hey Todd, You may want to try fitting in an Ultralite S2K, originally designed for larger drivers. The driver's seat is a full 18" wide with plenty of leg room for up to 6'-4". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taber10 Posted June 16, 2008 Share Posted June 16, 2008 I'm 200lbs and 6'3" and have size 12 shoes. I can fit easily into the Cat SV with "standard" shoes. My usual problem is leg room, and I have to pull the seat forward an inch or two to fit right. That has only happened before in a '70s Caddie and an '80s Porsche. Good luck in your search. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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