The TRUTH About The BMW M3 Carbon Bucket Seats

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Жыл бұрын

Welcome to my KZfaq channel! In this video, I take a deep dive into the comfort pain points of the BMW M3 G80 Carbon Bucket seats. As an avid BMW enthusiast, I know how important it is to make informed decisions when building your dream BMW M3, and the Carbon Bucket seats are a $4500 add-on option that has caused quite a stir in the BMW community.
I'll be sharing my personal experiences and insights on whether these seats live up to the expectations of being perfect in terms of comfort. I'll discuss the pros and cons, and provide an honest and unbiased review, so you can make an informed decision when customizing your BMW M3.
As a fellow BMW lover, I understand how important comfort is during those long drives and spirited drives on the track. With my in-depth analysis, I aim to simplify the decision-making process, so you can confidently decide whether the Carbon Bucket seats are the right choice for your BMW M3 build.
Join me in this video as we explore the comfort pain points of the BMW M3 G80 Carbon Bucket seats and uncover the truth about their performance. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more informative content on BMWs and other automotive topics. Let's dive in and make sure you have all the information you need to build your ultimate BMW M3!

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@HesOptimalistic 8 күн бұрын

The carbon seats literally make a different car. It completely transforms the entire driving experience for the better and i could not be happier that i specced them.

@schalkerasmus7952 11 ай бұрын

The are the best seats I’ve ever experienced. One of the highlights of the cabin, cannot go without them in your M3 or M4

@johnwilliam8366 9 ай бұрын

I am glad i didn't get the Carbon Seats for my 22 BMW M4 Comp. I tried them in the showroom, and it took a "year" to get out of the seat. The Carbon Seats yuk!

@knighriderredux 2 ай бұрын

Really appreciate the honest wording on the bucket seats.

@troyjeup2861 Жыл бұрын

These seats are a bargain for $4500. They are what made my m5cs special. If you are fat or super tall or have love handles, maybe get the stock seats. If you drive hard and are 5-10 or less and 185 or less - get these because they change the driving experience for the better and they save weight off the car. I have a 22 m5C, 22 m5cs, 23 m8C. The m8 has similar seats to the standard m3 and they are comfortable however they don’t hold you in place if driving hard. The m5 comp seats are really comfortable but suck and are heavy. If you are an enthusiast and drive hard get the carbon buckets - everyone wants them. Anyone mentioning the $4500 cost factor in determining if getting the seats cannot afford the m3 to begin with. $4500 is a splash in the bucket for a g80 or anything else with those seats 😅

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

Great recap. Totally agree. I can’t believe these seats aren’t offered for the m8

@etjulien Жыл бұрын

@@DrivenReality So, the $4,500 Carbon Seats for the M8 are not the same as the M3?

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

@@etjulien that’s what Troy said but I think they are offered after looking it up. To me they look exactly the same.

@aram8067 10 ай бұрын

A part of the reason for getting this car for me is the daily drivability. For an extra driving experience that I would get vs the daily comfort/usability is not even a close call. Stock cooled/heated seats for me, not even close.

@clpauto3710 7 ай бұрын

@@DrivenRealitythey are offered for the m8

@PeelerG20 11 ай бұрын

I am 6’, 240 lbs +/- 5, athletic build, and fit in the carbon buckets with no issues. My only issue is getting out of them due to lack of hip mobility.

@nsbancroft Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your observations. I'll likely go back and forth on this issue up until the moment that I actually place my order.

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

As we all did! Hopefully this helps out at least a bit

@ramonlima8100 Жыл бұрын

Really great and straight forward review, man! AWESOME job!

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

Thanks I appreciate that! Just trying to help everyone out. I went back and forth myself on them before I built the car out.

@ramonlima8100 Жыл бұрын

@@DrivenReality You made some great points about those seats that a lot of people may not realize at first. I had a 2018 M4 Competition and the seat bolster got worn out within a year or so. I am 6.2ft tall, 205 lbs. It got to a point that I was trying to jump over the bolster as I was getting out in order to not damage it further. Again, great job!

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

@@ramonlima8100 glad I can help! Thanks for watching

@Saul_Goomz Жыл бұрын

Great review, awesome car! I’m hoping to get an M2 next year 🤞🏼I have a 2018 Civic Type R, so I’ll definitely get the bucket seats 💺

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

The M2 is an awesome vehicle too! If I didnt need the extra space that would be my first pick.

@BobbyDigital_100 11 ай бұрын

I struggled so badly with this when I ordered my 2024 G83 M4comp vert… I’m 5’10 215 in shape but very wide shoulders and I know I can’t but they look so so so sick in person 😣🥶

@Connormoto 6 ай бұрын

The middle carbon „ball holder“ is actually for racing harness belts. Its supposed to hold the center belt in place that goes inbetween your legs

@DrivenReality 6 ай бұрын

I know this is a dumb question buuut does it though? Someone told me that it’s just a cover. I tried taking it off just to see but no luck

@Threat_LvL 5 ай бұрын

@@DrivenReality u make this video and still ask those stupid questions? one reason more to report this crap. the middle part is also for your legs so they cant move around that much when you're on the track

@SeanD2937 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for finally covering this 🤙

@mohamedcherifguerri5984 5 ай бұрын

Does this fit the 3 seires

@pac1fic055 11 ай бұрын

I am slender 5’10, 153 lb and in good shape. Once seated they felt very comfortable. However, getting in and out was difficult and impractical for a daily driver. I felt I would end up hating them. Ordered an M3 with the standard bucket seats instead.

@ShawZam Жыл бұрын

I love my seat in f80 comp....no complains here at all.

@FinalFox-jm5rk 4 ай бұрын

1:30 trust me junior theres is no man who sits like straight you mentioned. Everyone loves that good good "V" leg spread position

@number1Schumacherfan Ай бұрын

I opted against them and actually optioned a sunroof when I ordered my G80 6MT… the M3 is not a race car despite what people want to convey to others… its a sporty road car and BMW M always has made the best daily drivable sports cars. This carbon seat is a far step in the other direction. At the end of the day a 911 or Boxster is significantly less weight and far more chuckable in the corners.

@kidgrayskull9978 Жыл бұрын

Now do a video focusing on all the reasons why they're brilliant 👏

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

Now that’s a good idea!

@BavariaR Жыл бұрын

I did not spec them as I don't track the car and as a pure daily, I prefer to have more comfort and have access to cooling as well... and I am above 200 pounds :-)

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

I do wish I had the cooling feature now that its summer!

@alexgarcia2071 11 ай бұрын

Love my carbon seats

@failingup4907 22 күн бұрын

How is the nut holder when your driving the car? Does it get in the way with a manual trans?

@DrivenReality 22 күн бұрын

@@failingup4907 lol. No that was never an issue for me.

@failingup4907 22 күн бұрын

@@DrivenReality Thanks, I'm on the fence about the comp seats.

@DrivenReality 22 күн бұрын

@@failingup4907 it’s been a year since making this video. I traded the buckets for comforts plus 5000. On long trips it got too much honestly. I don’t track it enough

@failingup4907 22 күн бұрын

@@DrivenReality It would only be my weekend car. But thank you for the reply.

@IronMikeDyson1979 2 ай бұрын

Carbon looks hard on the body altogether especially on long drives, I like more cushion for comfort

@mie- 4 ай бұрын

so the standard seats are ventilated?

@chrisreyes8517 Ай бұрын

You have to option it on your order

@yiqingxing7205 Жыл бұрын

Would you recommend this for people who are 6’2 or taller, I workout and I’m around 220 pounds…

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

I honestly think the height is just fine. There is plenty of head room and you can adjust the seat up and down. If you’re in shape it’s probably not a problem. I will say at 185 my sides are still a bit snug.

@yiqingxing7205 Жыл бұрын

@@DrivenReality Right, but i feel like you would really be able to get the full experience if you get these seats for the M cars, might have to try them out to see how they fit

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

@@yiqingxing7205 exactly. This car is all about experience so maybe it’s a good idea. Try it out at a dealership. They are great. The road trips are really the main concern.

@yiqingxing7205 Жыл бұрын

@@DrivenReality good stuff good stuff

@WFO. Жыл бұрын

So glad I didn’t order them for my new M2. Yeah the love handles need to go. Give me 6 weeks.

@khalilhasan2004 11 ай бұрын

everybody loves them

@prettyridesmedia 10 ай бұрын

Carbon fiber buckets or bust 💪

@danh2310 Жыл бұрын

I cant stand my f30 standard m sport seats most uncomfortable seats I've ever sat on. Back breakers and leg bolster too narrow. I've had a Ford fiesta st with more comfortable seats. I'm like you I like to sit with me legs out and they dig in.

@Person-cv9dj Жыл бұрын

How the hell hates the bucket seats ive only heard good things about them literally every reviewer i looked at says that these are the best seat in the automotive history

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! You’ll see a ton of negativity on the Facebook groups. They are great seats though

@holeshot1721 Жыл бұрын

$4500 option check il take it

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah!

@ToneysReviews Жыл бұрын

What about over 200lbs, but very muscular?

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

Depends how very muscular. The sides of the seats may keep you pushed forward a little if your too wide. I fit in them width wise but just barely.

@G82M4RC 6 ай бұрын

Mine got carbon bucket seats, best choice I ever made. Check out my short video 😊

@KingKwon Жыл бұрын

Only way to build your M3 if the seat accommodates your body shape. Pain in the ass to get in and out of but worth the price.

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

Definitely worth the price!

@Rico71282 Жыл бұрын

The ball holder is for a 5 point harness. Do some research

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

Do you know how to pull it off?

@silviosirianni9260 Жыл бұрын

Geez, someone’s angry

@jmbraunhausen Жыл бұрын

CARBON FIBER BALL HOLDER!!! 😂

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

Hahaha I thought you would like that!

@andrewwalsh4662 Жыл бұрын

Actually it does serve a purpose. It is a cover for a race harness attachment point.

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

@@andrewwalsh4662 woah really? So you can pull it out??

@bobstarr Жыл бұрын

@@andrewwalsh4662 Andrew, I need to know if you can remove the cfbh. My issue with the seat is the inside of my leg. This could be a game changer.

@BMW-tr3nf Жыл бұрын

BMW should take the price off the original seats that you would get with the car anyway. It just seems like they are excluding at least $2000 or more for the originals and the customer has to pay an additional $4500 for carbon seats. Sounds like a nice money grabber to me 😮

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

Classic bmw lol!

@theriseagainstfan01 11 ай бұрын

They do.. The carbon seats go for over $10k on their own

@jasong3283 Жыл бұрын

these seats are just way too uncomfortable. if you plan to daily this car would not recommend

@user-yr2mo4qs6i Жыл бұрын

I buy a new m3 and pay 100,000, and I already get a great seat. And then I pay another 4,500 for these seats, and the ones I already paid for in those 100,000 are taken off and these 4,500 ones are put in. Why don't they pack the first ok seats that I already paid for? Because they are rude from BMW and because there are always sheep to suck.

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

That would be sweet if they delivered it with both

@BMW-tr3nf Жыл бұрын

I hope BMW are saying to their customers a standard M3 with standard seats is $100000 like you said. Then hopefully they take the price off the standard seats and say they are $2000. So for example you should be paying $2500 for the carbon seats right. Not $4500.

@JOSHSMITH-ak47 5 ай бұрын

Wouldn’t drive this more than 30-50 miles at a time, whoever would get this to drive for 2-3 hours straight, no offense.. I’m lost. If you don’t know racing seats even back to Sparco days, (FnF) which I had some.. there’s a reason for these seats and they’re not made for road trips

@whyimustusemyrealname3801 Жыл бұрын

nice content dude I just don't like the words in thumbnail, since everyone praise this chair except that penis holder section

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

True! Honestly the ball holder is my smallest complaint lol. I love the seats even if the comfort isn’t perfect

@elijahandrew6790 Жыл бұрын

Everybody?? EVERYBODY????!!! You sure about that, bruh? Cuz everyone I've watched and know thinks they're dope.

@DrivenReality Жыл бұрын

Lol including myself! They are great!

@JafarsGamein 11 ай бұрын

fck it u only live once and whats a meaning full life without some discomfort

@IdontKnow-fd6rp 4 ай бұрын

Sit in them for 20 mins, then you will know. Beautiful but not practical

@whyimustusemyrealname3801 Жыл бұрын

lmao ballsasck holder

@tommy516 Жыл бұрын

If you want support when you drive HARD, you HAVE TO HAVE THE CARBON SEATA. The regular seats are like fat lazy boy chairs that you slide around in!!

@kidgrayskull9978 Жыл бұрын

Agreed. You buy a performance vehicle to drive it as it's intended, which requires supportive seating. The standard seats are like a sofa that will have you tossed about in like a washing machine, unless you're quite a plus-sized guy.

@tommy516 Жыл бұрын

@@kidgrayskull9978 agreed