bride euro II - anyone tried it?

**shinji112** · 18-08-2009 04:07 PM

these seats look nice but im not so sure about the buckskin leather? its got mesh down the center. they're suprisingly cheap aswell! approx $800. has anyone ever sat in one of these? coz i wonder how long the leather would last? also comes in red!

**simonnowis** · 19-08-2009 11:18 AM

they look good and solid from the pics. btw I think its approx $800 usd and only for one seat.

**geeang** · 19-08-2009 11:39 AM

They're about $1000AUD+ each shipped (not including rails), for the price I'd just get a pair of used Recaros.

**shinji112** · 19-08-2009 01:42 PM

well Nengun has them for $823AUD (not including shipping) and i figured since used recaros go for $1200-1500.. these are brand new and wouldnt be too much more

**geeang** · 19-08-2009 01:47 PM

Originally Posted by shinji112

well Nengun has them for $823AUD (not including shipping) and i figured since used recaros go for $1200-1500.. these are brand new and wouldnt be too much more

Used recaro's go for $1200-$1500 a pair with rails.

These will cost you:
$2160 a pair shipped
$500-ish for rails (local, if not then + shipping)
10% GST (since it's over $1000AUD including shipping)
Import/customs duties and fees.

So expect to pay around $3000 all up.

**shinji112** · 19-08-2009 01:56 PM

should just stuff the passenger aye?! hahah

**geeang** · 19-08-2009 01:58 PM

Originally Posted by shinji112

should just stuff the passenger aye?! hahah

Drive side only you're still paying $1080 + $250-ish for rails + 10% GST + import duties and fees.

So for the price of one of these, you'd be able to get a pair of used recaros with rails.

**ekdez** · 19-08-2009 02:00 PM

i think geeang likes recaros

**shinji112** · 19-08-2009 02:01 PM

Originally Posted by ekdez

i think geeang likes recaros

or he works for recaro.. or is offloading a pair LOL but im sure he has good intentions..

**SHOGUNOVDDRK** · 19-08-2009 02:04 PM

Please don't listen to geeang.

Make your mind up about the seats, all comes down to budget and comfort.

If you like the Brides go for them, everyone I have spoken to who has them loves them to bits and they compared them over recaro's (Silvia guys mind you)

**geeang** · 19-08-2009 02:07 PM

Originally Posted by ekdez

i think geeang likes recaros

Originally Posted by shinji112

or he works for recaro.. or is offloading a pair LOL but im sure he has good intentions..

Originally Posted by SHOGUNOVDDRK

Please don't listen to geeang.

Make your mind up about the seats, all comes down to budget and comfort.

If you like the Brides go for them, everyone I have spoken to who has them loves them to bits and they compared them over recaro's (Silvia guys mind you)

Or maybe I'm putting things into perspective to save the guy $1500 and the hassles of importing? Ever think about that?

I've had real experience with both (which is rare on this site) and, in my opinion, the differences aren't worth an extra $1500+ and a whole lot of hassle/waiting/paperwork.

**SHOGUNOVDDRK** · 19-08-2009 02:14 PM

Originally Posted by geeang

Or maybe I'm putting things into perspective to save the guy $1500 and the hassles of importing? Ever think about that?

I've had real experience with both (which is rare on this site) and, in my opinion, the differences aren't worth an extra $1500+ and a whole lot of hassle/waiting/paperwork.

Of course you're trying to save the OP a few bucks but if he wants the product enough he'll pay for it with patience and his wallet.

He could buy some second hand ones or ones that are already in the country though.

Indeed, in your opinion.

In most opinions I have heard the extra $ is worth it for what you get.

OP, why not ask Zco? I'm sure he's experienced both.

In the long run it comes down to dollars, cents and what you prefer (looks+feel)

Good Luck.