Popular Post MoseySusan Posted October 21, 2020 Popular Post Share #1 Posted October 21, 2020 Just returned my rental car. It had a warmer in the front seats. My Honda Fit doesn’t have that. But my Fit drives nicer than the rental. I’m excited to get my car back! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted October 21, 2020 Share #2 Posted October 21, 2020 I have a built in seat warmer. It travels with me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisL Posted October 21, 2020 Share #3 Posted October 21, 2020 Seat warmers are pretty useless in SoCal but I use mine when my back is tight. It keeps my back from from tightening up on the drive. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Silly Posted October 21, 2020 Share #4 Posted October 21, 2020 Seat warmers are one of those things you don't think you need until you've tried them. Once you've tried them then you miss them when they are not there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum Administrator Posted October 21, 2020 Share #5 Posted October 21, 2020 I got one for my Spark because it too so long for the heat to warm up the car. I can't find the one I got, but here is a sample: https://www.amazon.com/ELUTO-Heated-Covers-Heating-Cushion/dp/B08DKTQR4M/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?ie=UTF8&aaxitk=q-l4lWjlAjxPQt9ZnhX9uA&hsa_cr_id=3888366680401&pd_rd_r=d86559f3-fb95-40dd-a8e0-13eb3b2972d5&pd_rd_w=Wvgf7&pd_rd_wg=DsKKK&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_mcd_asin_1_img Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted October 21, 2020 Share #6 Posted October 21, 2020 There are many things in cars that I didn't want to pay for and thought I didn't want. They forced them on me anyway. Now I like backup cameras. Seat warmers I don't have. They would probably be nice in New England but they are not nice enough for me to pay to have them year round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan Posted October 21, 2020 Author Share #7 Posted October 21, 2020 43 minutes ago, Forum Administrator said: I got one for my Spark because it too so long for the heat to warm up the car. I can't find the one I got, but here is a sample: https://www.amazon.com/ELUTO-Heated-Covers-Heating-Cushion/dp/B08DKTQR4M/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?ie=UTF8&aaxitk=q-l4lWjlAjxPQt9ZnhX9uA&hsa_cr_id=3888366680401&pd_rd_r=d86559f3-fb95-40dd-a8e0-13eb3b2972d5&pd_rd_w=Wvgf7&pd_rd_wg=DsKKK&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_mcd_asin_1_img This is interesting. I liked warming the seat instead of blowing warm air into the cabin. Warming up on the inside while staying cool on the outside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan Posted October 21, 2020 Author Share #8 Posted October 21, 2020 18 minutes ago, maddmaxx said: they are not nice enough for me to pay to have them year round. The thought occurred to me that I would probably develop a bad habit of not wearing a jacket or coat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donkpow Posted October 21, 2020 Share #9 Posted October 21, 2020 I'm a little surprised you needed a seat warmer to start with. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan Posted October 21, 2020 Author Share #10 Posted October 21, 2020 2 minutes ago, donkpow said: I'm a little surprised you needed a seat warmer to start with. I don’t fancy the blowing of hot air in any form. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donkpow Posted October 21, 2020 Share #11 Posted October 21, 2020 1 minute ago, roadsue said: I don’t fancy the blowing of hot air in any form. And I wouldn't expect any less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted October 21, 2020 Share #12 Posted October 21, 2020 10 minutes ago, roadsue said: I don’t fancy the blowing of hot air in any form. How do you manage forums? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan Posted October 21, 2020 Author Share #13 Posted October 21, 2020 2 minutes ago, maddmaxx said: How do you manage forums? Swiping. And I have favorites. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Further Posted October 21, 2020 Share #14 Posted October 21, 2020 Heated hand grips on a motorcycle are a game changer. I bet they would be nice on a bicycle... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted October 21, 2020 Share #15 Posted October 21, 2020 What car did you have? I always like driving different rental cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan Posted October 21, 2020 Author Share #16 Posted October 21, 2020 Just now, Philander Seabury said: What car did you have? I always like driving different rental cars. Ford Escape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted October 21, 2020 Share #17 Posted October 21, 2020 1 minute ago, roadsue said: Ford Escape. How did it compare to the Fit? The Fit must be a lot zippier by virtue of its low weight and peppy engine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BR46 Posted October 21, 2020 Popular Post Share #18 Posted October 21, 2020 2 hours ago, ChrisL said: Seat warmers are pretty useless in SoCal but I use mine when my back is tight. It keeps my back from from tightening up on the drive. It's to keep the pizza warm that you picked up on the drive home. 2 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerrySTL ★ Posted October 21, 2020 Share #19 Posted October 21, 2020 Seat warmers are passé. Many new cars have AC cooling the seats. I'd like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted October 21, 2020 Share #20 Posted October 21, 2020 I'm always so uncomfortable with rental cars and so happy to get back to my own. My current car is pretty basic, but it does have seat warmers and I like them during the winter. My sister hates hers and will rarely use them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted October 21, 2020 Share #21 Posted October 21, 2020 I am sorry for your loss. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted October 21, 2020 Share #22 Posted October 21, 2020 24 minutes ago, JerrySTL said: Seat warmers are passé. Many new cars have AC cooling the seats. I'd like that. I am waiting for a steering wheel cooler. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted October 21, 2020 Share #23 Posted October 21, 2020 What I really like is the heated steering wheel. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan Posted October 22, 2020 Author Share #24 Posted October 22, 2020 1 hour ago, Philander Seabury said: How did it compare to the Fit? The Fit must be a lot zippier by virtue of its low weight and peppy engine. I left the idle stop on because it was novel, but the fascination wore off about the tenth time the engine had to get to 1k rpm first before it could accelerate from a dead stop. The Fit accelerates better and handles better. I did like the blind spot warning lights in the corners of both side mirrors on the Escape. I’m not sure if that’s a standard feature. It made lane changes easier. But I’m so in the habit of a head check anyway that it’s a non-issue. Just fancy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Further Posted October 22, 2020 Share #25 Posted October 22, 2020 Bet if you asked nicely, you could find a volunteer seat warmer... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bikeguy Posted October 22, 2020 Share #26 Posted October 22, 2020 1 hour ago, Kirby said: I'm always so uncomfortable with rental cars and so happy to get back to my own. The one free loaner car I liked was a 2010 Jaguar XF that had 12 miles on the odometer. We took our Land Rover Discovery 2 in for repairs (we needed to pay the annual LR tax) and they gave us the new Jaguar. That was a nice car. It had butt warmers too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted October 22, 2020 Share #27 Posted October 22, 2020 So......is a seat warmer a bidet with warm water? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisL Posted October 22, 2020 Share #28 Posted October 22, 2020 44 minutes ago, Bikeguy said: The one free loaner car I liked was a 2010 Jaguar XF that had 12 miles on the odometer. We took our Land Rover Discovery 2 in for repairs (we needed to pay the annual LR tax) and they gave us the new Jaguar. That was a nice car. It had butt warmers too. Yeah my last rental was a Cadillac SUV. My car is nice but showing it’s age and a mild let down getting back in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bikeguy Posted October 22, 2020 Share #29 Posted October 22, 2020 14 minutes ago, ChrisL said: showing it’s age and a mild let down getting back in it. I'm sure the LR / J dealer provided new cars for loaners just for that reason. Kind of like a real long test drive. Our LR was probably 10 years old at the time, and they expected us to trade up. Most of the free loaners were new LR cars, the XF was the first (and last) Jaguar I expect to drive. I'll keep my 2010 Subaru for a while, I still need to drive it in the winter on the new tires rated for snow. Besides... my Subaru has butt warmers and WoBG loves them in the winter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheep_herder ★ Posted October 22, 2020 Share #30 Posted October 22, 2020 As ChrisL mentioned they are nice anytime of the year for keeping aching muscles relaxed. We like them in the winter, as they warm up before the heater gets going. We have to use the heater/defroster to keep the windows clear in the autumn/winter/spring. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan Posted October 22, 2020 Author Share #31 Posted October 22, 2020 11 hours ago, Bikeguy said: The one free loaner car I liked was a 2010 Jaguar XF that had 12 miles on the odometer. We took our Land Rover Discovery 2 in for repairs (we needed to pay the annual LR tax) and they gave us the new Jaguar. That was a nice car. It had butt warmers too. Insurance would have covered a basic vehicle. I had to pay a little extra. I passed on a BMW at a little more than a little extra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted October 22, 2020 Share #32 Posted October 22, 2020 I have had heated seats in my past few cars. With the convertible I got a heated steering wheel and neck warmer too. I have the top down pretty much any day the roads are dry. It can get could here. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted October 22, 2020 Share #33 Posted October 22, 2020 13 hours ago, Philander Seabury said: I am waiting for a steering wheel cooler. Why are youse guys laughing? I am Sirius! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groupw Posted October 22, 2020 Share #34 Posted October 22, 2020 1 hour ago, Square Wheels said: I have had heated seats in my past few cars. With the convertible I got a heated steering wheel and neck warmer too. I have the top down pretty much any day the roads are dry. It can get could here. Our Miata does not have the neck warmer.....or seat warmer. It does have a great heater, though! We will drive on chilly days with top down, side windows up and heater on high. I have developed a fondness for cashmere scarfs around the neck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parr8hed Posted October 22, 2020 Share #35 Posted October 22, 2020 14 hours ago, JerrySTL said: Seat warmers are passé. Many new cars have AC cooling the seats. I'd like that. I drove a rental Lincoln a week ago. It was a car thingie. It was brand new. It had heated/air conditioned seats. I texted my wife and told her the car had "ball coolers". It was quite nice in the afternoon after working all day. But I tell you what was really nice... (and @roadsue would love it) was a heated steering wheel. Never in my life did I think that I would need/want a heated steering wheel. But it was really nice. Then I got back into my old plain jane pickup. The salesman/service guy asked me what I thought of the Lincoln and I said it was dope. He hinted at making arrangements for me to buy it. I asked him how much it towed and where you put the faarwood in it? 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted October 22, 2020 Share #36 Posted October 22, 2020 One good thing about the year long contract job in FL was my ability to work my way through almost every model of automobile Hertz Orlando had on the lot. Every two weeks when I returned from a weekend at home I would pick out a different one that I hadn't driven yet. Of course seat warmers weren't all that important in Orlando. Unfortunately most of my choices from 1999 aren't viable anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zephyr Posted October 22, 2020 Share #37 Posted October 22, 2020 I love my seat warmers, and heated steering wheels are fantastic. What I really want is a heated cup holder to keep my coffee warm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted October 22, 2020 Share #38 Posted October 22, 2020 14 minutes ago, Zephyr said: I love my seat warmers, and heated steering wheels are fantastic. What I really want is a heated cup holder to keep my coffee warm That is an option on my 300. I have heated front and rear seats, cooled front seats, heated wheel, heated mirrors but no heated or cooled cup holder. Would be an easy to install upgrade though a bit spendy as they run around $600 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parr8hed Posted October 22, 2020 Share #39 Posted October 22, 2020 40 minutes ago, Zephyr said: I love my seat warmers, and heated steering wheels are fantastic. What I really want is a heated cup holder to keep my coffee warm I don't want to live in a place cold enough that I have to worry about keeping my yeti warm! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted October 23, 2020 Share #40 Posted October 23, 2020 9 hours ago, Zephyr said: I love my seat warmers, and heated steering wheels are fantastic. What I really want is a heated cup holder to keep my coffee warm Yeti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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