Bucket seats, what kind did you buy - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

TripleZ · 12-31-2009, 11:33 PM

For those of you who have bucket seats, where did you buy them and are you happy with the product. I like Corbeau seats http://www.corbeau.com/products/reclining_seats/ but they are rather pricey. I am leaning toward buckets but I would like to hear from all of you.

ZZZ

*highperf4x4* · 01-01-2010, 04:42 AM

20.00 from a board member. Came out of a mini van I think.

You don't work for Corbeau do ya?

OARNGESI · 01-01-2010, 05:33 AM

I got a set from a 05 silverado for my blazer

**wancosc356** · 01-01-2010, 05:45 AM

67 Buddy Buckets

PanelDeland · 01-01-2010, 07:08 AM

I bought a set of $50.00 dollar swap meet specials.I think they came from a Mitsibishi.I built some brackets to install them in the factory mounting holes.The drivers is power and works well.They are much more comfortable then the originals were but are high backs(they're ok in a panel but look out of place in a truck IMHO).I do like the look of the originals better and may modify/rebuild them(the orig drivers side had 2X4's and plywood for springs{po fix})

haysonj · 01-01-2010, 08:19 AM

Mine came from a 90's fo*d Taurus paid $50 at a junk yard.

*lakeroadster* · 01-01-2010, 09:38 AM

If you like the low back look you might want to consider Scat Procar series. I installed a set in my '65 and IMHO they look more period correct (old school) than most of the other seats on the market. They are available through Summit Racing.

**70cst** · 01-01-2010, 09:39 AM

Mine cost $2400 and the rest of the truck came with the buckets.

bamafrost · 01-01-2010, 09:50 AM

I bought BMW 3 series leather buckets out of a wrecked Beemer. Fit nicely with the LMC repro center console in the middle. A bit spendy at $275...but the leather is absolutely perfect, and it has so many positions I could start doing pelvic exams/pap smear tests and make my money back. hahahaha

Would attach images, but fabricator has them and is making short risers for them and "beefing up" area of floorboard where they attach. I figured it'd cost more than I paid to get seats that were worn/torn and cover them (I wanted leather).

Good luck with your project.

Tom

CG · 01-01-2010, 10:45 AM

My K20 had Astro van buckets when I got it. Pretty comfortable, but I prefer the stock look so I restored a set of buddy buckets and put them in. In the end I decided I would actually prefer a bench. So now I have a bench in there with a cheap auto parts store cover on it. Ill redo it stock in the spring when its warmer out and lay it all out in the sun to put it together.

pmpski_1 · 01-01-2010, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bamafrost

I bought BMW 3 series leather buckets out of a wrecked Beemer.

I may go this route as well. I'm looking for some 300 series Mercedes seats though. I know they're comfortable for loooong rides.

OTOH, the idea of a 3 point seatbelt integrated with the Silverado seats sounds like a great idea.

I prefer the low back look in the truck, and those ProCar seats look great, but I'm also concerned about having the head rest to prevent whiplash. Just in case you know.

TripleZ · 01-01-2010, 05:31 PM

[QUOTE=bamafrost;3703628]I bought BMW 3 series leather buckets out of a wrecked Beemer. Fit nicely with the LMC repro center console in the middle. A bit spendy at $275...but the leather is absolutely perfect, and it has so many positions I could start doing pelvic exams/pap smear tests and make my money back. hahahaha

Tom how is this " Well I'm not a gynecologist but I'll take a look."

Mt Man Chad · 01-01-2010, 06:30 PM

Buddy Buckets....
O Yeahhhhh the only way to fly in a 67-68!

But the BIG but, your looking at $700-$1200 for a set completely restored.
A Rufff shape complete set runs $300~$600

12-31-2009, 11:33 PM	#1
TripleZ Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Tucson AZ Posts: 27	Bucket seats, what kind did you buy For those of you who have bucket seats, where did you buy them and are you happy with the product. I like Corbeau seats http://www.corbeau.com/products/reclining_seats/ but they are rather pricey. I am leaning toward buckets but I would like to hear from all of you. ZZZ

01-01-2010, 04:42 AM	#2
highperf4x4 Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 4,709	Re: Bucket seats, what kind did you buy 20.00 from a board member. Came out of a mini van I think. You don't work for Corbeau do ya?

01-01-2010, 05:33 AM	#3
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: Bucket seats, what kind did you buy I got a set from a 05 silverado for my blazer __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger

01-01-2010, 05:45 AM	#4
wancosc356 I Like Mine With No Shine! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,705	Re: Bucket seats, what kind did you buy 67 Buddy Buckets __________________ Michael 1967 Chevrolet C10 Short Fleet (Literal Ground Up....One Day) 2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 4x4 1969 Lincoln Continental Coupe Project FOR SALE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=4578&cat=17 1981 Honda CM400 C Bobber SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384152

01-01-2010, 07:08 AM	#5
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Bucket seats, what kind did you buy I bought a set of $50.00 dollar swap meet specials.I think they came from a Mitsibishi.I built some brackets to install them in the factory mounting holes.The drivers is power and works well.They are much more comfortable then the originals were but are high backs(they're ok in a panel but look out of place in a truck IMHO).I do like the look of the originals better and may modify/rebuild them(the orig drivers side had 2X4's and plywood for springs{po fix}) __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

01-01-2010, 08:19 AM	#6
haysonj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Santa Maria, Ca. Posts: 1,423	Re: Bucket seats, what kind did you buy Mine came from a 90's fo*d Taurus paid $50 at a junk yard. Attached Images __________________ 69 Chevy 4x4 383 Power

01-01-2010, 09:38 AM	#7
lakeroadster Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: High Plains of Colorado Posts: 2,485	Re: Bucket seats, what kind did you buy If you like the low back look you might want to consider Scat Procar series. I installed a set in my '65 and IMHO they look more period correct (old school) than most of the other seats on the market. They are available through Summit Racing. Attached Images

01-01-2010, 09:39 AM	#8
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,372	Re: Bucket seats, what kind did you buy Mine cost $2400 and the rest of the truck came with the buckets. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

01-01-2010, 09:50 AM	#9
bamafrost Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Florence, Alabama Posts: 157	Re: Bucket seats, what kind did you buy I bought BMW 3 series leather buckets out of a wrecked Beemer. Fit nicely with the LMC repro center console in the middle. A bit spendy at $275...but the leather is absolutely perfect, and it has so many positions I could start doing pelvic exams/pap smear tests and make my money back. hahahaha Would attach images, but fabricator has them and is making short risers for them and "beefing up" area of floorboard where they attach. I figured it'd cost more than I paid to get seats that were worn/torn and cover them (I wanted leather). Good luck with your project. Tom __________________ Bamafrost "Wars fought, uprisings quelled, Coup d'Etats planned...right after my nap". '68 Rambler American 2 door post Built 340/727/8.75 w 3.73 posi '68 C10 shortie soon to have a 2.5/4 drop and new Americans: 16" x 8" chrome IROC's

01-01-2010, 10:45 AM	#10
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,944	Re: Bucket seats, what kind did you buy My K20 had Astro van buckets when I got it. Pretty comfortable, but I prefer the stock look so I restored a set of buddy buckets and put them in. In the end I decided I would actually prefer a bench. So now I have a bench in there with a cheap auto parts store cover on it. Ill redo it stock in the spring when its warmer out and lay it all out in the sun to put it together.

01-01-2010, 05:31 PM	#12
TripleZ Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Tucson AZ Posts: 27	Re: Bucket seats, what kind did you buy [QUOTE=bamafrost;3703628]I bought BMW 3 series leather buckets out of a wrecked Beemer. Fit nicely with the LMC repro center console in the middle. A bit spendy at $275...but the leather is absolutely perfect, and it has so many positions I could start doing pelvic exams/pap smear tests and make my money back. hahahaha Tom how is this " Well I'm not a gynecologist but I'll take a look."

01-01-2010, 06:30 PM	#13
Mt Man Chad Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oakridge Oregon Posts: 1,865	Re: Bucket seats, what kind did you buy Buddy Buckets.... O Yeahhhhh the only way to fly in a 67-68! But the BIG but, your looking at $700-$1200 for a set completely restored. A Rufff shape complete set runs $300~$600 Attached Images __________________ 68 CST SWB - Gold/White 50th anniversary /TH350/Buddy Buckets/3.73 Posi/dogdish caps. 68 K10 Burb - Gold/White 327/SM465/NP205/3.73 "Daa Burb" build thread Last edited by Mt Man Chad; 01-01-2010 at 06:34 PM.



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