Yaris S Sedan Clazzio GB Feeler

[fnkngrv]

Alright, so I am not sure about others, but I am a bit tired of being left out of the awesomeness and cost effectiveness that is Clazzio just because I have the Sport. I am not sure if the Sport seats have changed (USDM) from 07 to 10 however I am hoping that we can come up with at least 10 peeps that would be not just interested, but would actually purchase a Clazzio set. So let's see what we can get going eh? Do we have enough interest to have our buddy Garm get us an order going? I am sure that price would be a valid question, but unless there is enough interest shown then I would not want Garm to bother with the communications with Clazzio since it is in Japan. Thanks.


NOTE: THIS IS FOR THE S MODEL ONLY! IF YOU HAVE THE STANDARD YARIS BE IT SEDAN OR LB THEN THIS IS NOT THE THREAD FOR YOU. NOT TRYING TO BE A HARD A$$, JUST TRYING TO GET THE POINT ACROSS THAT ANY OTHER YARIS HAS THE ABILITY TO GET THE COVERS ON THEIR OWN.


Just for quick reference this is what Garm has for colors and materials:

http://shop.microimageonline.com/images/1228873019595-1049668147.jpg

[swidd]

07 hatch. I'm planning on buying a set within six months or so ( it's a money saving incentive to delay spending ). If a gb could result in cost savings, I'm likely to join in.

Was planning to buy the set from microimage, and add leather arm rest and shifter boot with red stitches. That's gonna make me poor for a long time, so naturally, it's on my 6 month horizon... Like, if I still have a job in 6 months etc.

[fnkngrv]

Heya swidd, the trouble tho is that my GB hopes would be specific to the S model as their seats are shaped different than the standard. To be honest a discount would be nice, but at this point all I am really looking for is the ability to even get Clazzio and Garm has stated that he needs a minimum of 10 peeps. The 07 hatch has standard seats therefore availability for it is pretty good. Thanks for the note tho.

[fnkngrv]

Well according to the below thread the seats are the same for the 07-10 model therefore that means that anyone with the S (at least on the Sedan, need verification that the seats are the same for the S LB) from all years USDM could effectively be considered.

http://yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25766&highlight=fog+lights+sedan

[A1phazu1u]

i'm down...i want a set of all black leather for my sedan.. Do i Hear group buy?

[fnkngrv]

i'm down...i want a set of all black leather for my sedan.. Do i Hear group buy?


Is yours the S Sedan?

[rningonfumes]

...interested.

(not S)

[A1phazu1u]

Is yours the S Sedan?
yeah, but the seats are like the others, i got the crappy s sedan with no power package.

[fnkngrv]

yeah, but the seats are like the others, i got the crappy s sedan with no power package.



Ah, I gotcha now. That is a bummer when it comes to this, however better for you because you can get the covers then any time thru Garm. :w00t:

[fnkngrv]

So no other S peeps out there looking to bump up their seats to leather? Come on...let's get this going...:confused:

[cali yaris]

I am always in support of a Group Buy. I think Clazzio would consider it if there were ten very interested/confirmed customers. It's a pretty big deal for them to measure and develop a product for a small market.

with that said, bring it on and I'll do my best.

[Fury85]

I'm down for a set. Can I get it with black leather and black suede centers with blue stitching?

[fnkngrv]

So far then we have myself and Fury85..

1) fnkngrv - Black outer, tan/beige inner, tan/beige stitching
2) Fury85 - Black leather and black suede centers, blue stitching

[IllusionX]

Is yours the S Sedan?

I have an S sedan, but... the seats are no different than the regular base sedan??!? :iono:

[fnkngrv]

I have an S sedan, but... the seats are no different than the regular base sedan??!? :iono:



Did your car come with the full power package? Apparently the power package was the one that came with the seats that are more contoured on the sides like a racing seat would be as well as the headrest...perhaps Garm could shed some better light?:iono: Maybe I need to take a couple pics in the morning...

[JumpmanYaris]

The interior are all the same in the sedan from S to the basic. All there is in difference is color and material

[rningonfumes]

^^ IF so, more people for the GB, thus easier to get the numbers.

[JumpmanYaris]

The difference is between the power package and non power package models. I don't know what they are as it just specified upgraded interior. I have 2 07's one with power package and one without. When I get some more free time I will take pics of both seats and posts. May be a couple of days but I will get to it.

With that said my wife's non power package seats feel different than mine, they seem to sit higher and just feel different. I would be interested in this but I would like to know how much they are gonna be or a general idea.

+1

[fnkngrv]

Ok, So I took a few pics quick so hopefully it sheds some light. I also called the stealership and they did state that the seats for the S model are different. They need to call me back on whether or not it is only the Power Package or not.

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/2/4523/1601/23805800031_large.jpg

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[fnkngrv]

Garm, you said that you are monitoring the thread so can you address Camelll on possible pricing?

[JumpmanYaris]

You have a type S right? I don't how ever I do have the power package you seats are the same I got in my car color and all I would take pictures but I am with out internet at the moment so I am using my phone

[JumpmanYaris]

Looks like only difference is the fabric

[fnkngrv]

You have a type S right? I don't how ever I do have the power package you seats are the same I got in my car color and all I would take pictures but I am with out internet at the moment so I am using my phone

Yup, S Sedan...I am wondering now at this point if possible it is the fabric portion that is the same and only the mount/base and mechanisms that are different? Like I said I am still waiting for the stealership to call me back...I cannot recall...do the standard seats have the pockets in the backing of the front seats?

[JumpmanYaris]

Yes you are correct, camell

[fnkngrv]

Well to be honest if I find out that I could have gotten the current seat covers all along I will be a bit upset, but hey, on the flip side of the coin if this truly confirms that it is only a pattern difference and upgrade in seat fabric construction then great because it will finally be known. Oh....the stealership is calling....

[JumpmanYaris]

Like I said its all the same

[fnkngrv]

According to the stealership the frame/base is the same part number. When it comes to the cushion portion they stated that there are multiple part numbers for those parts of the seats however they cannot verify whether or not that is only due to fabrics or actual cushion shape/form.

[fnkngrv]

There is something different about the seats besides fabric, I think. When I drive my wife's car the seat feels different, Like I sit higher and it is not bolstered as much or something. Again this could just be the difference between my car being lowered but they feel different. I would do pics today but don't have access to both cars.


I really do think that it is the cushion bolstering/shape/form as I have had a standard sedan as a rental and the seat definitely felt different hence my confusion in regards to this whole situation...:iono:

My parts guy at the stealership is going to do more digging for me and I will let you know of course what he finds...

[JumpmanYaris]

So far all ppl that I know with the sedan all have the same seats i will drive to the dealership and check out

[fnkngrv]

So far all ppl that I know with the sedan all have the same seats i will drive to the dealership and check out


That would be great...my "local" stealership is 65 miles one way :thumbdown:

[JumpmanYaris]

Ok got the internet back yay!

So I took pictures of my interior, here in a few hrs I am heading out to the dealership to ask to sit in the seats and to actually see whats the diff. I will take my cheap camera and snap some pics as well (if they let me)

[derickveliz2]

How much $$$ are we talking about? is that for all seats or can I just get the 2 in front?

Thanks.

Derick

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[JumpmanYaris]

How much $$$ are we talking about? is that for all seats or can I just get the 2 in front?

Thanks.

Derick

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Thats a good Question:iono:

[derickveliz2]

If the price is around $240 shipped, I'm INTERESTED.

D.

[JumpmanYaris]

Damn guys I got only one picture and then my camera shut down on me so ill take more pictures soon

[fnkngrv]

Damn guys I got only one picture and then my camera shut down on me so ill take more pictures soon


So were you able to make it to the dealership?

[JumpmanYaris]

So were you able to make it to the dealership?
Yes I did, I asked if could feel the interior of 2 or 3 yaris sedan and the guy agreed but he was kind of confused as to why did I needed to so I explained about us and a possible group buy on covers so he said "oh they all are the same but just some difference in where the stiching is located and the material" I guess he was speaking of the fabric, I did agree with him, the stiching looked different from my seats but the seats where all the same in shape and feel

[fnkngrv]

I guess at this point then I will have to get in touch with Garm and see what he thinks. Perhaps we have been told a myth all this time...

[IllusionX]

this is probably the interior you are talking about... which is indeed different..
http://www.bonosafaris.com/userfiles/yaris_sedan_gallery_14E_interiorstyling_1024x768.j pg

but in Canada, we only get one fabric, one colour, one set of seats...

my seats look like JumpmanYaris's...

Camell: don't forget the sedan has height adjustable driver seat. maybe your wife's is not adjusted the same...

[JumpmanYaris]

this is probably the interior you are talking about... which is indeed different..
http://www.bonosafaris.com/userfiles/yaris_sedan_gallery_14E_interiorstyling_1024x768.j pg

but in Canada, we only get one fabric, one colour, one set of seats...

my seats look like JumpmanYaris's...

Camell: don't forget the sedan has height adjustable driver seat. maybe your wife's is not adjusted the same...

True

[fnkngrv]

Also I will be talking with Garm on Wednesday to discuss this as especially if the seats are not a genuine issue we may be able to make this a reality much easier.

[fnkngrv]

Camelll, it looks like there may be a little more padding in one compared to the other however I would think that it is it great enough of a difference to cause the currently sold covers an issue with being installed?

[fnkngrv]

Alright, I had a call with Garm and what we came down to is that I am gonna possibly (but hopefully not) take one for the team and I have ordered my full set. I will verify that the fitment is correct to dispel any possible question of compatibility. If we are a 100% then actually I will help Garm get a GB set up for all USDM Yarii LB or Sedan because the larger the order the larger the discount. Be advised that it will take 30 to 60 days for my covers to arrive as I had a custom set ordered. I will have black PVC outer with tan stitching and tan leather inside. I will post pics once installed.

Garm has his normal prices already posted so right now he could only tell you the most that you would spend. If he can get 20 orders together for example then the discount would be greater than if it was 10 or 10 would be better than 5...you get the picture.

[fnkngrv]

Good luck I hope it works out, The one that looks like it has more padding is the power package one. The odd number pictures are base without power package and the even number ones are with power package. I am sure you guys figured that out already but I thought I would throw it out there.


Yeah, after Garm and I talked on the phone I am pretty confident that Clazzio's concerns are with the RS seats so we will see. Keeping fingers crossed, especially since I got a custom color combo...might be tough to resell if they don't work!

[rningonfumes]

fnkngrv, what is the pattern in your car?

If it's NOT this one
http://yarisworld.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=33577&stc=1&d=1272463790

Maybe I can drive up to Garms and try it out. This way we'll at least know that pattern took from Camell fits or not as I have that pattern.

[fnkngrv]

I have that scaly pattern as well...I posted pics of my seats at the beginning of the thread...thanks for the looks...

[rningonfumes]

I've been keeping up with this thread, I don't remember. ehh, must be me.

Waiting to see if they work out for you then, good luck.

[Rain]

What's the stat on this thread?

My mom's friend got me these seat covers. They are made for the Vios sold in Asia. They fit quite well. I really love the middle part for the back seats. I have a sedan with power package :]

Here are some pics that I took when I first installed it...

http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/7349/53702480381301248840801.jpg

http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/2172/53702480381451248840801.jpg

http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/4865/53702480381501248840801.jpg

Guess how much they cost....



$20 :biggrin:

[fnkngrv]

I have my covers on order right now. Due to the fact that mine are two tone and pvc/leather they have to be custom made so it will be 30 to 60 days before they arrive. They were ordered going on 2 weeks ago...

[JumpmanYaris]

How much did you end up been? (Total cost)

[fnkngrv]

I am paying regular price which is 400 I believe however once I confirm that all is good with the fitment then we can proceed with the GB and the people involved in that will receive a discount depending on how many join.

[JumpmanYaris]

Alright

[bizzlebaby]

Yes i would be interested. I have the base sedan with power package so my seats look just like the even numbered pics on the other page. the ones that garm sells on his site are said to fit which model/package?

[fnkngrv]

Alright guys and gals...Garm has received my seat covers and snapped a few pics before shipping them out either today or tomorrow. I will show them below. I have my fingers seriously crossed and am impressed with what I see so far:

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[rningonfumes]

mmm...pron!

Hurry Mr. UPS/Fedex/USPS rain or shine guy!

[fnkngrv]

mmm...pron!

Hurry Mr. UPS/Fedex/USPS rain or shine guy!

you aren't lying...I am losing sleep over the excitement!

[JumpmanYaris]

Sweet lets wait and see
Wonder if they have BLK with RED

[fnkngrv]

They will do what you order. You contact Garm and he gets the order set up. If it is a custom combo then it takes a couple months for them to get stateside.

[fnkngrv]

I will check back into this thread once I have the covers installed along with pics. Other than that I will not be posting up. I do not want to screw those people out of information that need it from this thread. Thanks.

[JumpmanYaris]

yo Why you let em get to you so easy ? I guess ill be seen u in MI

[fnkngrv]

yo Why you let em get to you so easy ? I guess ill be seen u in MI


TK-421 twisted my arm really hard so I guess I will stay around for a bit longer. :biggrin:

[fnkngrv]

I am still targeted to receive on the 4th, but UPS hasn't updated my tracker since the 29th so I have no clue where they are :(

[fnkngrv]

CHELMSFORD, MA, US 08/03/2010 8:21 P.M. DEPARTURE SCAN

Looks like they just might make it to me tomorrow on target!

[rningonfumes]

!!!

[fnkngrv]

:brokenheart: :cry: :brokenheart: :cry: :brokenheart: :cry: :brokenheart: :cry:


Well, today was to be a day of joy and exultation however alas it is not...i received my Clazzio box. I was like a kid in a candy store. I opened the box with great care and carefully lifted out the instruction booklet placing it on a table face down as I was so excited to see the covers. I looked them over and they looked spectacular, however when I picked up the book to read through it I noticed the cover stated for the Liftback! I planned on installing them this afternoon off and on while dodging my job. I read through the book and found the distinction of how the headrests for the LB actually sit down into the upper seat which is not the case with the sedan. I was really hoping that they just sent the wrong book with the right covers however much to my chagrin that was not the case. I contacted Garm right away and he contacted me back within minutes so we are going to work to resolve the issue. Clazzio made the error, not Garm. I am glad that we have a supporting vendor that is so quick to respond and work toward a resolution when something goes awry.

I would wager that it would be another few months for me to receive my covers at this point.

[derickveliz2]

:brokenheart::brokenheart::brokenheart:

I feel your pain...

.
:frown::frown::frown::frown:

.

[JumpmanYaris]

Noooooooooo

[rningonfumes]

Dammmnit! Fnkngrv, thanks for all your efforts!

[fnkngrv]

Garm is reordering ASAP. On a side note he may be trying to sell the ones that had been shipped to me to someone for their LB. They are really sharp.

[fnkngrv]

Well so far no word yet on when the next shipment will arrive. I am hoping that it will be soon. I picked up my heated seat kits as well and I need to have them installed between the factory seats and the covers.

[JumpmanYaris]

Who install these is it ur self or u have to take it to a shop?
I never done any but some cheap ones to keep the seats clean

[fnkngrv]

Who install these is it ur self or u have to take it to a shop?
I never done any but some cheap ones to keep the seats clean


There have been plenty of people that have done it themselves. I will be taking care of the work myself, especially since I will be installing my heated seat kits. I suppose that you could take them to a shop and depending the shop would be the cost. I spoke with the local shop when I got the LB covers by mistake and after looking at them the guy said 200 bucks....no justification....just 200 bucks.

[rningonfumes]

While at MI yesterday I got to see a set and saw the instructions. The instructions looked very thorough. Seems some patience, time, and finger/arm dexterity would be needed. Definitely a DIY job.

[fnkngrv]

Well after much frustration, sweat, and tears my covers arrived. They are finally installed and for clarification they fit the S Sedans just fine! Thanks go to JBougie (Jinni Lynn) for her assistance with a lot of the job. Total time for install was around 10 hours. This was due to being sidetracked several times as well as making a few mistakes along the way. I took before photos along with a couple photos of the tools used to include beer.

The front seats pretty much went without a hitch after we decided to pull the seats out of the car. I did make a mistake and used a 10mm 6 point socket to remove the seat bolts rather than a Torx socket however we did run to AutoZone and picked up a 4 piece Torx set to put them back in. You pretty much are going to strip the bolts if you use a regular socket so BEWARE! Other than that on the passenger side the removal of the Airbag Circuit Board was a PITA. We ended up unscrewing it from the housing and removing that way.

The rear seats were the real challenge. Jinni and I tried 50 different ways from Sunday to pull the bench, but ultimately after much sweat and cussing we called it quits. I stopped by a local upholstery shop and the guy popped the bench in under 10 seconds much to my chagrin. I would actually recommend doing the same if you have the opportunity to do so because it is easy to ruin the bench cushion. That stupid piece of foam will set you back 500 bucks if you have to replace it. Another item of note is that I did have to make a small incision at the slit point for the c bracket that secures the seat in the upright position for the passenger side of the rear seat. No matter how I manipulated the cover I could not get the hole to line up correctly from top to bottom. The slit was also not wide enough for the bracket. I make the incision with an exacto knife and then used 3m tape to tape the flap I created inside the cover. Really even with the seat down you can't notice, but I still had to do it. The whole for the pull knob on the driver's side rear seat section seemed to be too small so it took me almost 10 minutes to get it to seat correctly just by itself. Other than that the only thing that I could really comment on would be fitment on the main cover for the passenger side rear seat back around the pivot bar for the arm rest could have been better.

All in All I give the whole experience a 4 out of 5. The covers are magnificent however the actual install process is a bit stressful. If you have the money and the inclination I would have a shop install them to be liable if there is any tearing around the different mounting holes because if you have little patience then you will most likely tear them as others have noted. Thanks Garm for working so hard to ensure that I had the right product in the end!

Last item is that I also did the initial install of my heated seat kits. They are ready to be wired in once I get my climate control bezel back from being CF wrapped by Brian.

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[JBougie]

Here is my editorial contribution to the thread ... he had to test them out before they went back in the car, of course :tongue:

[donchae]

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this is a little off topic..

hey fnkngrv, where did you get your mats? or are they DIY? they're looking really good :)

PLUS your new seat covers are amazing! :smile:

[Flipper_1938]

!

[bizzlebaby]

i want some... def will have to wait til beginning of 2011 though

[fnkngrv]

This is the interior that my car has. Do they make leather seat covers for this style?


I don't believe that they are made for the deeper seats, but not 100%. When I bought mine I took a 400 dollar risk and it paid off luckily since we were all worried that they would not work for the S model Sedan. They do and nicely.

[HariKaYari76]

Where did you get the Clazzio covers?