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Re: Tall Cars for Tall Drivers [orbit9090]
by pat HOST
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Jul 04, 2008 (8:48 am)
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Replying to: orbit9090 (Jun 26, 2008 6:36 pm)
Hi orbit9090! We've had a couple of questions about the chart you posted here: orbit9090, "Best Vehicles for Taller/Larger Drivers" #723, 29 Mar 2007 6:25 pm.
Could you tell us what exactly the 2007 Choice Awards are and who awards them? And the source for that chart?
Thanks for your help!!
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Re: really need your help... [thinkpink]
by webgrunt
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Jul 07, 2008 (12:39 pm)
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Replying to: thinkpink (Apr 11, 2008 10:32 pm)
I wish I could recommend something specific, but I'm in the same boat. However, I believe there is no option for him other than going to car lot after car lot.. just to sit in a car. The reason is because even if you do find someone near his height and weight, they are likely to not have the same comfort needs as him. For example, two guys who are 6' 2" and 200 LB might have opposite opinions about which seating positions are comfortable.
I am able to drive my car without undue difficulty or discomfort, but I still have a size problem: The door simply isn't big enough--I have to squeeze in, which means by butt wears out the rubber door-strip deal as I slide across it to get in. I'm 6' 2", 400 LBs and drive a 2003 Toyota Corolla. A truck would be best (including an SUV or van, which actually are trucks) but I hate gas guzzlers and parking outside (My "two-car" garage is barely big enough for my Corolla and my wife's Matrix--no way would an SUV or van fit in there.)
After eliminating gas hogs, I think a mid-size two-door would be the best option for me.
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Re: 2007 Choice Awards [xsquid99]
by webgrunt
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Jul 07, 2008 (12:50 pm)
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Replying to: xsquid99 (May 29, 2007 5:59 pm)
Are you sure about those numbers? 80 inches is over six and a half feet. That's way too much legroom for anyone, even Robert Wadlow would have to stretch to reach the pedals.
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Re: 2007 Choice Awards [xsquid99]
by webgrunt
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Jul 07, 2008 (12:54 pm)
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Replying to: xsquid99 (May 30, 2007 12:46 pm)
"I've never hit my head getting into or out of my car."
Neither have I, but I've hurt my back getting into my car.
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What Vehicle to Look At
by arbutler
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Aug 21, 2008 (9:15 am)
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I am 6.0 feet tall and weigh 450 lbs. I drive a 1999 Ford Windstar which I really like. I sit tall in the seat and have plenty of head room. But it's getting ready to hit the 10 year mark. I hate to go car looking without looking at specific models. I went looking one day and the sales persons wanted to put me in things I could not possible fit in and the most expensive models they had.
Does anyone have any experience with the Ford Freestar, Honda Element, or Buick Rendezvous ? Maybe even what year to look at?
Thanks everyone!
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Re: Cars For Tall People \ Vehicles for Tall Drivers
by orbit9090
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Aug 21, 2008 (4:00 pm)
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Replying to: pat (Jul 04, 2008 8:48 am)
The dimensions were taken from manufacturer specifications, which are also published by Edmunds.com. The 2007 chart was created to brand the statistical information into an easy to understand format. Hope this helps! 
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Re: really need your help... [thinkpink]
by BigKatt
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Dec 10, 2008 (11:48 am)
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Replying to: thinkpink (Apr 11, 2008 10:32 pm)
You may want to look into something german made. The price may be a little bit more, but the space should be there. Recently i have been looking at cars myself, i am 6'5 310lb. The most spacious sedan that i sat in was probably the BMW 3 series. Most cars i automaticly just put the seat as far back as it goes, because i need the room. With the BMW, i found myself needing to scoot forward. This car definatly had the leg space, but as far as width goes, it was good for what i liked, if you need extra room you may want to look into the 5 series... once again, a little more priced but you will get a bigger car.
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Looking ...
by jnorman76
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Dec 30, 2008 (1:54 pm)
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I am 6'2" and 360 ... not small, but not overly fat, I guess. I am looking for something right now, and going from car lot to car lot is about my only option right now. Anyone have any suggestions on sedans from 2006-2008, preferably ones that rate well used?
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Re: Looking ... [jnorman76]
by aggie76
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Dec 31, 2008 (1:07 pm)
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Replying to: jnorman76 (Dec 30, 2008 1:54 pm)
I'm nearly your size and absolutely love my 2004 LS430, which is the same size as later models till it changed significantly two years ago. Great interior room, have to pull seat forward to reach pedals plus it has great value.
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Re: Looking ... [jnorman76]
by rpfingsten
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Jan 01, 2009 (3:47 am)
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Replying to: jnorman76 (Dec 30, 2008 1:54 pm)
Jnorman... I suppose there are multiples of vehicles out there that would fit your bill.. From a personal experience I can tell you that I'm just a tad over 6 feet tall and tip the scales at 280. 2 years ago when I was car shopping I was ready to buy the Buick Lucerne. In fact had the car picked out and was supposed to sign the papers that day.. but my wife talked me into going to look at the Avalon. I have to tell you, I only went to humor her, after all, nobody my size would be comfortable in a "toyota".. WRONG. I don't have the specs, but I can assure you that my 07 xls is vastly more comfortable to me than the Lucerne was. Not to mention I got V-8 performance from a 6 banger and inproved gas mileage. However I will say the Lucerne had more of a pleasant ride, by that I mean a "softer" ride. I feel the road in my Avy where as in the Buick it's a little more of a luxurious ride... But all things considered ( and interior room was one of those things ) I found the avy to be my choice in this price range. Hope this helps.
Roland
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