Nissan GT-R Original Seats Driver’s Seat and Passenger Seat
inventory at Buy Mustang parts Ltd, sourcing a complete pair of Original Nissan GT-R (R35) Seats is a high-value acquisition. These seats are central to the R35’s “Premium Midship” interior philosophy, combining heavy bolstering with luxury materials.
1. Market Tiers & Valuation (2026)
The price for a pair of front seats depends heavily on the “Series” of the car and the specific trim level (Premium vs. Black Edition).
| Trim Level | Material | Est. Price (Pair – USD) | Key Features |
| Premium Edition | Leather / Synthetic | $2,500 – $3,500 | Standard grey or black; 8-way power adjust. |
| Black Edition | Leather / Red Mesh | $3,800 – $4,500 | Iconic red-on-black; Recaro-designed frames. |
| Track Edition | Alcantara / Leather | $5,500 – $6,500 | High-grip Alcantara; lightweight construction. |
| Nismo (Carbon) | Carbon Fiber Shell | $12,000 – $18,000 | One-piece carbon back; Recaro SP-X based. |
2. Technical Identification & Series Differences
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CBA (2009–2011): The early seats have a slightly “flatter” bolster design. They are prone to wear on the outer driver-side bolster.
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DBA (2012–2016): Received improved stitching and slightly firmer foam density. The 2015+ models introduced a revised seat heater element that is more reliable.
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EBA (2017+): These feature a completely redesigned “V-motion” inspired stitching pattern. They are much more comfortable for long-distance driving but are the most expensive standard seats to source.
3. Strategic Advice for Buy Mustang parts Ltd
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The “Airbag” Factor: R35 seats contain Side-Impact Airbags.
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Warning: Never ship or sell seats where the airbag has deployed and been “re-stuffed.” For your premium brand, only sell guaranteed undeployed units.
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The “Recaro” Branding: While the Black Edition and Track Edition seats are manufactured by Recaro, they don’t always have the Recaro logo visible. Highlighting this “Recaro Engineering” in your marketing descriptions justifies the $1,000+ premium over “Premium Edition” seats.
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Power Rail Functionality: The R35 seat motors are robust, but the plastic switch covers often crack. Replacing these small plastic trim pieces before sale can make a $3,000 pair of seats look “As-New.”
4. Inspection & Quality Control
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Outer Bolster Collapse: The most common flaw. Press your hand into the right-side bolster of the driver’s seat; if you feel the metal frame immediately, the foam has collapsed and needs repair.
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Seat Heater Test: Always test the “Hi/Lo” heating function. R35 seat heaters are known to fail if someone has knelt on the seat base, which breaks the internal heating wire.
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Movement Tracks: Check for “seat rock.” If the seat wobbles back and forth on its rails, the plastic bushings in the track are worn out.
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