Mandatory Recaro Seats and Blue Interior with 37’s?

[GordoJay]

I think the first priority of the R is going to be matching/beating TRX in HP and 0-60. If that's too hard to do with 37s, then they will stick with 35s. I don't think that will be the case though, and as you pointed out, using 37s will be more premium and profitable for them.

There's no way that's a problem. Same power, far less weight? It will be faster, even on 37s. Besides, every R buyer will want 37s unless they can get 39s. If it ships. That's a big if. We have a very anti-ICE administration now and they have lots of ways to make blown V8s a thing of the past.

 

[G-Train]

Sounds more complicated than it needs to be. If Ford's intention was to allow using 37s, but didn't want people to actually buy the 37s package, then they could have just designed it for 37s to fit (though not under warranty) without creating a 37s package. I believe this is exactly what GMC did with the hummer. They have advertised that you can easily fit 37s, but aren't providing that as an option. That said, I don't know how it effects the warranty.

Alternatively, why not price the 37s package to cover additional warranty costs, without hiding it by throwing in other options the customer doesn't want? Hard to say without seeing what the prices are yet, but I would bet that a lot of people would happily pay a bit more for the package, knowing that you aren't risking your Ford not covering your warranty, and you don't have to go through the hassle of acquiring new tires, wheels, shocks, and whatever else is needed on your own, without financing.

My guess is that Ford is including the recaro package because they want it to become a more common feature you see on Raptors, and they eventually create demand for it. It seems on the Gen 2, few people wanted it and it probably wasn't that popular. If a quarter of the '21 buyers end up with the recaro seats, then perhaps it becomes more of a 'must have' feature that buyers feel they need in order to keep up with the Jones, despite their personal lack of interest.


Unrelated....but sort of related, there's a TFL interview where they had the head designer of the Raptor on, for around 45 minutes. It's long and boring, but the general gist I got was this guy wasn't very in touch with the features that Raptor customers are interest in. He was proud of his design, but didn't really like many of the design features the truck has, but were included because of customer demand. For example, he felt like the shifter should be behind the wheel rather than in the center console, but knew that customers demanded a real shifter. I didn't watch the whole thing, but it explained many of the things that people are scratching their head about, such as the blue recaro seats.

I saw that interview. It was boring and didn’t add much to the general knowledge from the first in-depth video. I swear there was language barrier issue or an audio one cause he didn’t understand some of the questions Andre posed to him.

 

[Chainsaw]

What are everyone's experiences with Recaro seats, anyway?

I've only had them on one vehicle, an Audi S4. I enjoyed the grippy feeling when first getting into the car and during spirited driving, but found them very uncomfortable for longer trips.

 

[dixonk]

What are everyone's experiences with Recaro seats, anyway?

I've only had them on one vehicle, an Audi S4. I enjoyed the grippy feeling when first getting into the car and during spirited driving, but found them very uncomfortable for longer trips.

They are designed to lock you in place. No sliding and they support the body more than regular seats. For long distance they are not good at all. Also they are not designed for “plus sized” people. So make sure when you hit the Starbucks to hold off on the 800 calorie frappes.


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[JustBillin]

I like cushy road trip worthy seats...so I would try to find somebody with a blue Gen 3 who would want to trade seats.

It's awesome that Ford found a way to mount a 37 inch spare in the stock location.

I'm probably not going to upgrade because I really dig my Supercab!

 

[MarkM98]

I would prefer the Recaro seats if they were black, or had a different seat cover design. I’m used to the recaro options from other cars like the CTS-V, Focus ST/RS, EVO VIII/IX/X, etc.

As far as the interior goes, I like it. I got to test drive a 21 XLT Powerboost the other day and i have to say that it felt nice. The 12” screen was very good. I miss the slide out cover on the lower console below the HVAC controls though. The interior work center is a nice touch. I could see myself using it for my laptop for work, or as a spot to put lunch. The back seat area seems bigger on Super Crew. Maybe a little bit more leg room?

I think the interior will grow on you after you see the truck in person.

 

[Rcasa20]

looks like a 98 delta Buick interior

Or my first car...’81 Buick Regal! Handed down from my grandmother!!

 

[Frank N]

Blue seats, no bueno but I can change that, blue dashboard, you gotta be freaking kidding me.

 

[Big Blue]

It states on the 2021 Raptor buying guide that the 37 package includes (therefore requires) the Recaro seats and it's a $7,500 package. I concur with the group the color of blue accents with orange stitching is puke and will look like crap with several exterior colors. I think Ford has done a poor job with the Gen 3 thus far, from the release video to the styling changes to the pricing/options/lack of scab, etc..

 

[Rcasa20]

It states on the 2021 Raptor buying guide that the 37 package includes (therefore requires) the Recaro seats and it's a $7,500 package. I concur with the group the color of blue accents with orange stitching is puke and will look like crap with several exterior colors. I think Ford has done a poor job with the Gen 3 thus far, from the release video to the styling changes to the pricing/options/lack of scab, etc..

It’s not puke if you’re a Florida Gators fan!!