Experienced car enthusiasts remember our Soviet automobile industry. Domestic cars did not differ in comfort compared to foreign cars, including the VAZ 2107. Although this Zhiguli model was considered the best.
Constructors and designers of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant have developed a more equipped and more attractive almost luxury car.
The radiator grille, headlights and taillights, and bumpers gave a certain chic to the new Lada. Inside the cabin, the seats were striking. Very comfortable, beautiful.
The headrests are made in a single body with the backrest. The rear seats had a folding armrest in the middle.
But there are significant drawbacks: the soft part of the seat upholstery wears out quickly and the seat adjustment mechanisms often fail.
Car owners, during operation, repair seats or replace them with comfortable foreign-made seats.
In this article, we will look at options on how to repair old seats and from which foreign-made cars you can install used seating products.
Installation of front seats from a foreign car
The new seats didn't have to sit idle for long.
Literally the next day after the purchase, I went to a friend to install these seats. Since the scope of work was not initially planned correctly, I took a reserve of 2 days. In the end, it turned out that we were fiddling with the seats both days, even longer than I had planned. A long-known problem with classics is the crookedness of standard seat mounts. It is expressed in the difference between the height of the right fastener and the left. Plus, these fasteners are designed for standard seats; any other seats, in theory, should be very high relative to standard ones. I was not very happy with this arrangement. Together with a friend, we decided to cut out the old fasteners and fit the new seats in place. Everything that would be in the way was removed, including the old seats. In principle, when destroying old fasteners, the presence of an angle grinder is not at all necessary. The metal there is thin, so it can be cut well with a chisel. The fasteners were cut off. Then there was a very long and tedious brainstorming session on the topic “how to do everything right.” We decided to weld two 12mm bolts as rear fasteners. After much work by my friend, the first fastener was made. We didn’t have time to do anything that day, so we decided to postpone the matter until another day. On the morning of the second day, after a long night of thinking about how to do it right, we continued our work. The fact is that the rear seat fasteners, in principle, only bear the pressure load, that is, there should be enough bolts. But the front fasteners will also experience lifting (due to the rocking effect of the seats) and tearing load, which is not good for the thin metal of the bottom. It was decided to strengthen this metal with 2mm thick galvanized iron plates. After going to the store, purchasing the necessary items and several hours of work, the first fastener was completely finished.
The front fastener is made with a through bolt through the bottom and a 2mm plate. The bolts have reinforced washers, so I think the safety margin is enough for these seats. The idea of such fasteners is that it is possible to adjust the height of the seats, although the adjustment range is about 8mm. In principle, this is enough to correctly position the seats. Next, the second fastener was made according to the same scheme. After a few hours, all the work was completed, we decided to paint over the affected areas with paint so that they would not become covered with rust.
Everything turned out very cool, smooth and tough. The mount holds everything perfectly and everything is adjustable perfectly. Result:
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Standard seats VAZ 2107
If we compare the equipment and appearance of the VAZ 2107 with previous models, it looks much better. By creating this car, the Soviet auto industry tried to make a “luxury” model. This was noticeable in the exterior, as well as in the interior equipment. We will not dwell on all the differences, but will consider only the standard seats.
The difference between the “Seven” and previous VAZ models is that it has front seats with lateral support. The backrests have headrests made in a single body, whereas in previous versions the headrests were inserted into the backrest separately. The peculiarity of the rear sofa is that it has a folding armrest, which improves passenger comfort.
As in any other car, the seats of the VAZ 2107 have a complex design. They are designed to ensure maximum comfort and safety for all occupants.
The seat consists of the following main elements:
The frame of the front seats can be moved back and forth along special guides. To do this, press the lever and then move the seat to the desired position.
The backrest and cushion of the front seats are hinged. It is possible to set a comfortable backrest angle. The height of the backrest is designed to provide reliable support for the shoulders of a person of average height. The presence of a headrest is responsible for supporting the head. The front seat cushions and backrests have side bolsters that provide a snug fit for the passenger and driver and also hold them in place during cornering. The cushion and backrest of the rear seats are rigidly fixed and there is no way to change their angle.
Springs are attached to the frame. The structure of the pillows and backs is layered. They consist of the following elements:
We are considering which options are suitable for the VAZ 2101-2107
As of 03/29/2019
This article, like the previous one - Which seats are suitable for the VAZ 2121 Niva, is a collective one. And in it we will try to share with you all the seat options from foreign cars to VAZs. Not for everything, but specifically for the Classics - VAZ 2101-2107 , since they are structurally close. Important clarification! If desired, you can install almost any seat in any car. And knowing the sizes, you can choose ones that are as close as possible to yours.
The original VAZ seats are not the most comfortable, anatomical and safe; some models did not even have headrests or inertial seat belts. And time is already taking its toll. Therefore, buying seats from a foreign car for a VAZ is more a necessity than a luxury.
What kind of seats are suitable for a VAZ (Zhiguli)? There is enough space in the Classic's cabin, so there are practically no restrictions on the sled. But you need to look at the height, since we often buy seats with a small height from the floor (BMW, VAG: VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat). Here is a list of all the seats that we bought for VAZ 2101-2107: Audi A2, A3 and A4, BMW 1, 3 and 5 series, BMW X5 and X6, Chrysler PT Cruiser, Citroen C4, Fiat Bravo, Ford Focus and Mondeo, Honda Accord, Hyundai I40, Lexus IS, Mazda 6, Opel Astra and Corsa, Renault Megane, Rover, Saab, Seat Ibiza and Leon, Skoda Roomster and Octavia, Subaru Legacy, Volkswagen Golf and Passat.
As you can see, the list is quite large, and this suggests that there are many options for Zhiguli. Also, from the list of installed seats, we can conclude that seats from other models of the brands mentioned above can most likely also be installed in VAZs, since their dimensions are often identical. But! I would advise not to get hung up on the options that someone else has set, as you will greatly limit your search. Take a tape measure and select the sizes. Read how to do this in our article - How to choose the right seats for foreign cars.
Next, we will try not to bore you with text, but will show you a photo of the seats already installed in the car.
What seats can be installed?
If we talk about the standard seats of the VAZ 2107, they cannot boast of originality and the fact that they provide an ideal fit. This can be explained simply: the VAZ is a budget car and the manufacturer’s installation of special expensive seats on it would cause a significant increase in the price of the car.
In addition, we must take into account that people have different weights and configurations. A seat that may be comfortable for one person may not be suitable for another. That is why, in order to improve the appearance of the car, as well as to choose the most comfortable seat for the driver, many car enthusiasts install seats from other cars on the VAZ 2107.
Racing
This is the most expensive option and is very rarely chosen for VAZ. Such seats are used by racing drivers, and their price can be comparable to the cost of a “seven”.
When creating such models, fiberglass is used. Their main feature is that the back and pillow have a one-piece design. To perfectly fit the seat to the driver's figure, special inserts are used.
Although the seat is highly durable and reliable and perfectly follows the driver’s figure, getting in and out becomes more difficult. The fact that the backrest and cushion are made of fiberglass makes driving on our roads unbearable. These seats can only be used if the car is racing.
Sports
If we compare racing and sports seats, the latter have backrest adjustment, as well as shoulder rests, hip and back support. They are quite comfortable, which allows the driver to drive the car comfortably. The sports seats are equipped with a four-point belt, which ensures high safety. It should be taken into account that sports seats are comfortable if there is a hard suspension; if it is soft, then such seats are not suitable for long trips.
Anatomical or ultra-comfortable
If you prefer a comfortable and slow ride, then you should choose anatomical seats. These seats provide a comfortable seating position and good torso support during sharp turns or sharp maneuvers.
They have different adjustments that allow you to customize the chair for a specific person, taking into account his anatomical features. There are models in which heating is installed, and they also have the possibility of vibration massage. This solution allows you to drive a car for a long time, and a person will not feel pain in the back, neck or lower back even during long journeys.
Seats from foreign cars
Often VAZ 2107 owners install seats from foreign cars in them. There are many options, but the most commonly used are the following, as they require little or no modification:
Volkswagen seats fit well, but their disadvantage is that the seating position is high and therefore this solution is suitable for people of short or average height. When installing seats from Peugeot and Nissan, you will have to work hard, since their fastenings are slightly mismatched. To more securely fix a chair from a foreign car in the body of a VAZ 2107, it may be necessary to create additional holes.
Experts say that almost any seats can be installed on the VAZ 2107, the main thing is that they fit in size and it is possible to carry out welding work.
Video: types of car seats
Which is better to choose?
Let's now look at which of the listed seats is best suited for your car. It should be borne in mind that a lot depends on the availability of a particular seat option. It is not always possible to find a suitable option in good condition and for the best price. It is important to understand that worn-out seats from a foreign car will have worse characteristics than “Zhiguli” ones; take this into account when choosing.
If you have a junkyard nearby where old German cars constantly appear, then you are very lucky. Surely you can find seats from the Mercedes W210. They are not very popular among drivers of modern foreign cars, but they are ideal for the VAZ-2107. Moreover, at showdowns they usually don’t ask for much for them. At the same time, buying such seats secondhand can cost a significant amount.
If you live in Siberia or the Far East, then you better look for Toyota Corolla seats. Usually in the eastern regions there are no problems with searching, which cannot be said about the European part of Russia. In any case, if you can find such seats, purchase them. Not only do they fit perfectly, but they also look really good in the salon.
The remaining options listed in the previous part of the article make sense to use only if there are no more suitable options. As a rule, their installation requires additional modification of the fasteners.
PS They forgot to mention that they are also suitable for Mazda 6. There is an option to look for them at a disassembly site, chances are high that they will be there.
Front seat malfunctions and repairs
With proper use, the front seats of the VAZ 2107 serve for a long time and reliably. As with any other element of the car, damage to the front seats may occur during long-term use, but in most cases you can repair them yourself.
Removing the front seat
To carry out repair work, you must first remove the front seat. For dismantling and repairs you will need the following tools:
The procedure for dismantling the front seat of a VAZ 2107:
The back does not lock and does not recline
The impossibility of fixing or reclining the backrest occurs due to the failure of its position lock. Repair consists of replacing the retainer or its comb. It is not difficult to find such parts in the store. Repair sequence:
Video: front seat comb repair
Doesn't move horizontally
If the seat does not move back and forth, then the reason is a broken slide. They consist of the following elements:
In a horizontal position, the seat will not move if the slide is clogged with dirt or one of the elements is broken. Repair of the skids will be carried out in the following sequence:
It is necessary to clean all parts from dirt and old grease. After this, they determine whether there are any failed elements and, if necessary, replace them with new ones.
Front seat reupholstery
The front seats are usually used more often, so they get dirty faster, especially if they don't have covers. There are situations when the seat upholstery is damaged. In such cases, the chair must be re-upholstered:
Video: replacing seat springs
REMOVAL OF FRONT SEATS VAZ 2107
The driver and passenger seats are removed due to their breakdown, in order to later be repaired or due to their replacement.
There is practically no difficulty in removing the seats. You need to have a little time and the necessary tools:
- 8 mm head.
- Extension.
- Ratchet with handle.
- 13mm wrench.
To dismantle the seat, you must:
- Move the chair forward as far as possible until it stops.
- At the back of the chair, the slide is bolted to the bottom with two bolts. They need to be unscrewed.
- Next, move the chair back until it stops moving.
- From the bottom left, in front of the seat, unscrew the left side of the slide with an 8 mm socket, like the bolts at the back. On the right, unscrew the right side of the slide with a 13 mm wrench (see photo).
- All. Dismantling is complete, remove the seat from the passenger compartment.
If there is a need to remove the second chair, the operation is performed in the same order.
Rear seats
Removing the rear seat back is very easy. It is attached to the car body using special hooks. It is enough to raise the back slightly up. After this, the clamps will disengage and it can be removed.
To dismantle the lower part, you need to take the seat from one side and sharply pull it up. This releases the spring clips. After this, do the same on the other side and remove the saddle.
Video: dismantling the rear seat
To a large extent, the comfort and convenience of the driver and passengers depend on the seats. That is why special attention must be paid to the choice of this interior element. You can always replace the standard seats of the VAZ 2107 with more comfortable and high-quality ones. Thus, not only the comfort and safety of people in the car improves, but also its appearance becomes more attractive.
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Standard seats VAZ 2107, repair, replacement
Experienced car enthusiasts remember our Soviet automobile industry. Domestic cars did not differ in comfort compared to foreign cars, including the VAZ 2107. Although this Zhiguli model was considered the best.
Constructors and designers of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant have developed a more equipped and more attractive almost luxury car.
The radiator grille, headlights and taillights, and bumpers gave a certain chic to the new Lada. Inside the cabin, the seats were striking. Very comfortable, beautiful.
The headrests are made in a single body with the backrest. The rear seats had a folding armrest in the middle.
But there are significant drawbacks: the soft part of the seat upholstery wears out quickly and the seat adjustment mechanisms often fail.
Car owners, during operation, repair seats or replace them with comfortable foreign-made seats.
In this article, we will look at options on how to repair old seats and from which foreign-made cars you can install used seating products.
DIY generator repair
A common type of repair of VAZ 2104 units is the elimination of breakdowns associated with the car’s generator. Malfunctions are divided into three groups.
- Incorrect belt tension adjustment.
- Belt failure.
- Damage to the generator itself.
The belt in the VAZ 2104 engine passes through 3 pulleys: the generator itself, the crankshaft and the coolant supply pump shaft. The correct degree of belt tension can be checked by measuring the free deflection of the belt between the crankshaft and water pump pulleys. The deflection is measured with the engine not running, in the middle of the belt span between the pulleys. The standard value is 10–12 mm. If the deflection is higher than normal, repairs are necessary: the belt is tightened.
You can do this kind of work yourself. To do this, loosen the nut securing the generator to the adjusting bar. Move it away from the engine crankcase until the belt tension is restored to normal.
To repair the generator yourself you will need:
- portable multimeter;
- three-jaw puller;
- a soft metal drift for pressing out the front and rear bearings;
- mandrel for pressing bearings;
- set of keys and screwdrivers.
During the repair, you will probably have to grind off the pierced ends of the bolts securing the front bearing cover with a grinder. You will need a fully equipped locksmith workshop. There are craftsmen who can rewind a burnt-out stator winding, but this is an activity for fans of VAZ 2104 repair. You will spend more money on the wire than on purchasing a used generator from disassembly. And you don’t need a new one: your car is “old,” well-worn. It's unlikely to survive the new generator.
Standard seats VAZ 2107
The “seven” has more improved seats compared to its previous brothers. The main elements are:
The metal frame of the back and the lower part of the front seats are connected to each other by hinges. This makes it possible to set the optimal angle between the seat and backrest for a comfortable position for the driver and passenger. The wings on the sides keep the driver from moving to the side during maneuvers.
The back height is designed for a person of average build. The headrest is built into the backrest, and they form a single unit.
The bottom of the frame moves on a slide with a locking mechanism. The slides are attached to the body shell. The seats can be moved back and forth, establishing the optimal distance between the driver and the steering wheel, the passenger and the dashboard.
The rear sofa has undergone virtually no changes. To improve comfort, a folding armrest was made in the middle.
What seats can be installed?
And yet, no matter how you judge it, the seats of the VAZ 2107 are far from world standards. Many car enthusiasts, after a certain period of using their car, try to choose seats from foreign cars that suit them. Fortunately, there are many options available nowadays.
In order to choose seats for your “seven”, there are many factors that need to be taken into account. One of the main factors is price. It may happen that new imported seats will be comparable in cost to the car on which they want to install them. It’s better to refuse this and choose a used one for analysis. There you can always find high-quality seats in good condition and much cheaper.
The seats of the first foreign car you come across may not be suitable, for this you need to meet some conditions:
Racing
These seats are used by racing drivers and are made of durable plastic as a one-piece structure. They are adjusted individually to the pilot's build using a set of special inserts.
Very expensive, rare car enthusiasts buy for domestic classics. It is inconvenient to get in and out of such chairs. When driving long distances, the plastic seats provide little pleasure. If the car is not racing, it is better not to install these seats.
Sports
Unlike racing seats, sports seats have an adjustable angle between the backrest and the cushion. There are shoulder supports and devices to support the hips and back. Very comfortable and convenient seats with a four-point seat belt.
There is a peculiarity, it is better to use if the car has a hard suspension, but with a soft suspension when driving long distances, it is not comfortable.
Anatomical or ultra-comfortable
When driving for a long time in regular standard seats, the physical condition of the driver worsens, especially if he is older. Pain appears in the back, joints, and muscles. This results in fatigue, fatigue and loss of concentration, which affects driving safety. To avoid this situation, it is necessary to replace simple seats with anatomical ones.
There is no discomfort in such seats and driving a car is a pleasure.
Seats from foreign cars
A more budget-friendly option is to replace seats from used foreign cars. In the analysis you can find quite decent seats that will fit the domestic Lada. When installed, the comfort and design of the interior will significantly increase.
Not all foreign cars fit seats on the VAZ 2107, but there are brands that should be preferred:
The dimensions of the front and rear seats, as well as mountings, are ideal for these cars; no modifications are required. They only improve the appearance, comfort and design of our domestic classics.
Seats from brands such as Fiat and Skoda are suitable in size for a VAZ 2107, but it is necessary to make several holes in the lower part of the frame and install additional fasteners.
In principle, if you have the desire and engineering thought, as well as a grinder, a drill and a welding machine, the range of foreign models can be expanded.
Video: Car seats, features of car seats
What would be suitable for seats with minimal modifications?
If it is possible to use a welding machine or an angle grinder, then you can install almost any option in your car. In this case, it is better to start from the concept of “price-quality”.
For example, there is the selection and installation of seats from Lancer 9. The main difficulties appear in fitting:
- Correctly measure the angle of the seats;
- The location of the structure relative to the floor, ceiling;
- Get into the factory mounts;
- Location between tunnel and door.
After the adjustment, the modification of the seats for the VAZ 2114 begins. Usually, a profile pipe is used on which they are fixed. Or they weld it to the slide, modifying it to fit the factory studs.
A lot depends on imagination and experience. For example, in the photo the fastenings were modified in a similar way.
Oddly enough, the seats from Lancer 9 in the interior of the VAZ 2114 look very harmonious.
Many people use seats from Subaru cars. They are quite affordable, can be found within 5,000 rubles. Replacement occurs on the same points as in the situation with the past. In this case, designs from Subaru Forester .
But remember that when using seats from a right-hand drive car, a large number of settings will be received not by the driver, but by the passenger. Of course, they can be swapped, but access to the settings will be limited, since the settings are usually located on the door side, but you will have them on the tunnel side. Ready-made anatomical seats for the VAZ 2114
Installing a new seat
To install, you need to have new or repaired seats, standard or from a foreign model.
First of all, after removing the old seats, it is necessary to clean the dirt from the places on the bottom where they stood. If there is rust, clean it and coat it with an anti-corrosion compound.
Before installing non-standard seats, you should make sure that the fasteners match where they are based.
The above describes how to dismantle the chairs. Installation is carried out in the reverse order, but first the slides must be lubricated with a thick special lubricant.
Front seat malfunctions and repairs
If you treat your car correctly and with care, the seats will last a relatively long time. And yet these are loaded nodes that sooner or later fail. Front seats break more often than rear seats. Main failures: wear of the casing or failure of the adjustment mechanism to perform its functions.
All this can be repaired independently in makeshift conditions.
The back does not lock and does not recline
The backrest does not recline or is not fixed; it can move back and forth without any effort. This is one of the frequent breakdowns in the seat adjustment mechanism of the VAZ 2107. It occurs due to the weakness of the unit that fixes the movements of the backrest lever. Driving a vehicle while sitting in such a seat is inconvenient and unsafe.
Repairing it yourself is not difficult. Below is described and shown how to do it step by step:
Installing a reinforced seat clamp comb
The photograph clearly shows that the comb is made of weak metal and is not very durable; it will not last long. Craftsmen have introduced a new method of repairing the fastener. This is a reinforced comb installation. It is not sold in stores, so it is better to order it from a familiar turner. Can also be found at salvage sites for old cars.
Installation of this comb is much easier; there is no need to cut anything.
We straighten the old comb and boil it if there are cracks in the metal parts of the frame. We install the reinforced comb in place, align it with the adjusting pin and weld it. To avoid burning the soft parts of the seat, you need to cover them.
Video: Repairing the front seat comb
Repair of front seat slides
The slides are designed to move the chairs back and forth and lock them in the required position. The main reason for the failure of the slide is contamination of the guides, but there is also a breakdown of the metal components of the mechanism structure.
This mechanism consists of the following parts:
To make repairs or clean the slides, they must be detached from the seat frame. This is done in the following order:
After this, clean and rinse the mechanism from old grease and dirt. Carefully inspect, if there are broken or damaged elements of the mechanism, they need to be replaced with new ones. After these manipulations, assemble the slide and put it in place, having previously lubricated it with a special lubricant.
Reupholstery of the front seats of VAZ 2107
A car serves a person for a long time and during this time the upholstery of the seats becomes dirty, “greasy”, or even torn. The driver and front passenger seats are most often affected by this. It’s too late to put on the covers; this should have been done earlier. In this case it is better to tighten it. There are no difficulties, the procedure is below:
Video: Replacing seat springs
Rear seats
The rear seats of the Zhiguli are the same as a sofa. On the VAZ 2107, a retractable armrest is made in the back of the sofa to improve the comfort of rear passengers. The upper and lower parts of the sofa are attached separately to the car body using clamps.
Rear seat removal and repair
It is better to remove the rear seats together. One on one side of the car, the other on the other side. The order of execution is as follows:
All operations for installing the rear seats are performed in the reverse order.
The rear sofa is more durable than the front seats, but sometimes requires repairs. More often this is re-upholstery or changing springs. Car enthusiasts rarely try to repair sofas. It’s easier to exchange for a used one from a foreign car, which is much simpler and more comfortable to use.
Video: Removing the rear seat
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Additional interior tuning
In addition to installing new seats, other modifications to the interior can be made, which will significantly increase the level of comfort. For example, many drivers connect heated seats to their seats. You can do this in several ways:
- Choose chairs with built-in heating function;
- Do the heating yourself.
Both options are quite feasible, so you can choose the one that suits you best.
Another fairly common modification is interior reupholstery. It is worth noting that the standard trim on the VAZ 2107 is not very sophisticated. Therefore, many drivers are trying to correct this shortcoming. This work is quite difficult, but if you have the right patterns, there won’t be any special problems with it.
Conclusion. Domestic “classics” do not have a high level of comfort. Therefore, it is often tuned, with an emphasis on increasing comfort. In this case, it is useful to know which seat is suitable for the VAZ 2107. This will allow you to make the right choice, as well as install a new seat in the cabin with almost no problems. In fact, there are quite a lot of options, but not all of them allow replacement without additional modifications.
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Seats for VAZ 2107 - which ones are suitable and what is better to choose
Every owner of a domestic car of classic models knows that the seats in them are not particularly comfortable and durable, so if you have the finances, there is a desire to replace them with seats from a foreign car. And here the question immediately arises about which seats are suitable for the VAZ 2107. After all, few people are interested in redoing the brackets on new seats in order to install them in the cabin. In addition, remodeling is not safe, so let’s delve into the essence of the question and get a detailed answer.
What other changes can be made
In order to make your standard “seven” original and different from the rest, you can not only change the seats. If you have enough imagination and skill, you can do a lot. So, for example, instead of a standard instrument panel, install a panel from a GAZ 3110, modernize the interior lighting system, modernize the heating system and modify the stove, install power windows, reupholster the interior, install lighting on the doors, tune the standard beard and much more.
VAZ 2107 is an incredibly popular car among the people. It is often called the “Russian Mercedes” or “I want to be a Mercedes” for its characteristic radiator grille and the general appearance of the front of the car. This involuntarily provokes car owners to tune their cars. When you decide to change anything in your car, remember that installing non-original seats may raise questions from regulatory authorities, since such manipulations are considered changes to the design of the car.
Which seats fit without modifications?
If there is a desire to change the seats in the cabin of the seven, then you need to install seats from a foreign car, which are characterized by increased comfort. In this case, a problem arises - the cost of seats from foreign cars is sometimes 2 times higher than the price of new seats for the seven. To reduce costs, you need to choose used models of chairs that will cost no more than new factory models.
To install new seats in the interior of the seven from a foreign car, the following factors must be taken into account:
By installing or replacing VAZ 2107 seats with analogues from a foreign car, you can simultaneously obtain benefits such as increased comfort, as well as changing the interior design for the better. No matter what model of foreign car the seats in the seven are installed on, they will still look better than the standard ones. Taking into account the factors described above, it is necessary to figure out which car the seats for the seven are suitable for. Preference should be given to the following brands:
You can also install devices from car brands such as Skoda and Fiat. However, there are some features that need to be taken into account - this is a shift in the center of gravity. Having installed such chairs, you will need minor processing in the form of making a couple of holes, performing additional fastening. This will increase the stability and reliability of structures.
If desired, you can put seats in the seven from almost any modern car. And now their choice is huge. Such chairs can have all kinds of electrical adjustments, separate heating of the back and cushion, leather chairs can have ventilation, as well as a massage option.
There are a sufficient number of options without modifications, and which one is better to choose - it all depends on the finances, availability and desire of the car enthusiast. If you choose devices from Volkswagen, Nissan and Peugeot cars, then you cannot do without modifications. If you are sure that these brands have the best chairs, then if you wish, you can insert them into 2107, but you will have to modify the fastenings.
What other changes can be made
If replacing the seats on the seven is not the most suitable option for you (although most people choose it), then instead you can use the rework of the existing seats. This will require making many alterations, but in the end it will be possible to leave the original seats on the VAZ 2107. Remaking the seats on the VAZ 2107 includes the following steps:
All of these options are labor-intensive, and therefore it is recommended to choose the first method - installing seats on a VAZ 2107 from foreign cars. Having made the right choice, you can replace it without modifications and enjoy a comfortable ride on new seats from foreign cars.
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What are the seats suitable for without modifications?
Most car owners want to find seats that will fit in place, and replacing them will not take much time. But, based on the extensive information on the Internet on the topic “which seats are suitable for the VAZ 2114 without modifications,” we can conclude that in this case they install models from domestic cars: Seven, Ten, Priora, Kalina.
The AvtoVAZ plant is not always in a hurry to change the design of various elements. It's easier to do the same thing, changing the filling a little. Therefore, the sleds of these chairs are very similar and fit almost perfectly.
If we talk about suitable seats from a foreign car for the VAZ 2114, the information here is largely blurred. Many people install seats from: BMW E60, Hyundai i40 or Hyundai i30, Skoda Octavia A5, Audi A4. But before you go for disassembly, it is better to measure the length of the skid, perhaps they will be able to choose a more suitable option for your car.
But due to different body designs, problems arise that some fasteners will fit without difficulty, while others will have to be adjusted.
