Hi all. I'm looking for a new seat. I've done a search on the forum and I like the sparco sprint. does anyone know where I can buy in Brisbane or would it be cheaper to import from the UK from this mob www.jmcmotorsport.co.uk.
Also does anyone in Brisbane have one installed that I can sit in and have a feel.
thanks
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GP14 wrote:Thanks Guys
I will head to GPCars This weekend. I would prefer to sit in the seat in the car just to feel where everything is and see if i like. No doubt I will.
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Unfortunately they don't open on the weekend.... ask me how I found out
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No worries GP14. They might be worth a phone call though to check on closing times. I have the feeling they might shut at 5.30, but don't quote me
I think both the Sprint and Sprint V are available. The V has side and bottom mount, as well as crotch strap hole, and apparently the V is a bit wider.... The V also looks a bit more bling.
I think both the Sprint and Sprint V are available. The V has side and bottom mount, as well as crotch strap hole, and apparently the V is a bit wider.... The V also looks a bit more bling.
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GP14 wrote:Finally going to sit in a 5 with the sparco sprint v this weekend but i noticed the Cobra Monaco S fits as well. How much are these suckers and can I buy in Oz?
A quick google search found a couple of hits.
1st - A Vic dealer selling these seats ==>> http://www.autopartspro.com.au/category51_1.htm
and, more interestingly....this on the CAMS website.
FIA withdraws homologation on Cobra Monaco seat
11 Feb 2003
The FIA has recently issued a notice withdrawing the homologation of the following type of Competition Seat, homologated to the FIA 8855 standard. As the seat no longer be considered to comply with the standard, they may no longer be used in any competition where compliance with the 8855 standard is compulsory, with immediate effect.
This will predominantly effect cars competing in International FIA events such as Rally Australia and Rally of Canberra, and V8 Supercars, where compliance with the FIA 8855 standard is mandatory.
The seats concerned are:
+ COBRA SEATS (UK)
model MONACO, Homologation # CS.980.99
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Apparantely, Sparco Sprint itself is no longer available new (unless shops/suppliers have excess stock that they have not sold off yet). Sparco now bring out the Sparco Sprint V. In my opinion the badging is not as nice as the original Sprint, but it's supposed to have nicer fabric (maybe) and it has the crotch hole for a 6 point harness. $490 new.. so price is still good.
I just tracked down a second hand Sparco Sprint for sale and purchased that..so if you're desparate for that particular model just check forums and ebay for one I think. You may be lucky and find some new that a shop still has left over.
I just tracked down a second hand Sparco Sprint for sale and purchased that..so if you're desparate for that particular model just check forums and ebay for one I think. You may be lucky and find some new that a shop still has left over.
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