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Old Jan 15, 2011 | 11:49 AM
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I just got a 2012 5 and I was wondering if it was possible to import the parts needed to add the middle seat to make it a 7 seater. Any one have experience with this type of thing?
 
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Old Jan 16, 2011 | 11:58 AM
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I may be wrong but I think you would have to buy the whole seat for the European model, as the seat back is all one piece, I can only assume that the mounting points are the same.
 
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Old Jan 17, 2011 | 08:39 AM
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Any ideas on how to go about that? I've been looking for websites like http://www.mazdapartscenter.com/ in the UK but I haven't found on yet.
 
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Old Jan 17, 2011 | 10:10 AM
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Also has anyone added power sliding doors? Either using OEM or after market parts?
 
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Old Jan 18, 2011 | 09:01 AM
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I think the reason they don't offer the seven seater in the U.S. is for some safety regulation, it may be difficult to obtain for the states, will just have to shop around. maybe a dealership or part store in the UK may be able to help. as for the power doors, the 5 does not have that option that I'm aware of, i'm sure it's possible to be done but seems like it would take some time and money
 
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Old Jan 18, 2011 | 10:27 AM
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The luxury pack available in the UK is leather and electric sliding doors. The LH opens with the key fob.
 
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Old Jan 18, 2011 | 06:36 PM
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The luxury pack available in the UK is leather and electric sliding doors. The LH opens with the key fob.


I stand corrected...thanks nick... would be nice if they offered it in the states
 
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Old Jan 19, 2011 | 08:29 AM
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thanks for the info. I post any sources if i find any.
 
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