Rick Cook is at least 6'-4" and he drives a Seven.
Brian
At 09:16 PM 1/18/01 -0500, Phil Roettjer wrote:
>Eric,
>I am 6'2" 180 lbs and I have not found very many 7s that I can fit into. I
>did look at one that had an extension made to the drivers footwell to extend
>the pedals, so it can be done. I have a Lotus 6 that I do fit in, although
>the fit is very tight. I would say if you really want a 7 find a good one,
>even if you don't fit, and then modify the footwell to accommodate you. I
>had to remove all the padding from the seat back and move the pedals forward
>a bit to be able to drive my 6. It was worth it since these are great cars
>and tremendous fun. I only use mine for racing, so I do not spend lots of
>time in the car. I am pretty comfortable in my car for 20 to 30 minute
>sessions. However I don't think I could spend more than about 1 or 2 hours
>per day in it without getting cramped.
>
>The cars are great fun to drive and I wish you good luck in your search.
>Phil Roettjer
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: Erichreich@aol.com [mailto:Erichreich@aol.com]
>Sent: Thursday, January 18, 2001 4:03 PM
>To: vintage-race@autox.team.net
>Subject: Will a Super seven fit?
>
>
>Hello. I am 6'1" tall and weight 175 lb. What is the general consensus
>regarding the likelihood of enjoying a long-term comfortable fit racing a
>Lotus Super Seven?
>Thanks (again) in advance for help from the list.
>
>Regards Erich.
Brian Evans
Director, Strategic Accounts
UUNET, A WorldCom Company
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