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#83 of 149 Re: Infant Seats in a small car? [pinkskittles] by steve_ HOST

Nov 28, 2005 (6:05 pm)

Replying to: pinkskittles (Nov 28, 2005 3:34 pm)
Check out the Advice - Child Car Seats That Fit discussion too.
 
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#84 of 149 for what it's worth by nelsoncm

Dec 02, 2005 (3:33 pm)

Shame they might continue the Freestyle. I drove it earlier this year and loved it but for it's underpowered, noisy engine. If they gave it 250 horsepower and backed any of their products up with better quality, I'd have bought it.
Chrysler, as you'll read on the forums, does not seem to have a great rep for quality or customer service. I would love, love , love to buy a Pacifica! Quiet, roomy and powerful and clean, simple interior. Drove one over a weekend as a rental and loved it, but Chrysler doesn't have a good rep. One guy on the Pacifica forum called his a "Pacificrap!" ; )
So I'm looking at a Pilot or a Highlander and I have a feeling the Pilot is going to win out. NowI only have one kid, but a big dog, a hubby, lots of road trips in So Cal.
If I had two kids, hands down I would be driving a Honda Oddessey -- drove one last year when the 2005 came out and loved it. But can't justify a mini with one kid but station wagon options are so limited. (I have a Saab wagon now, used to have a Merc Sable wagon.)

#85 of 149 Re: for what it's worth [nelsoncm] by marine2

Dec 04, 2005 (10:07 pm)

Replying to: nelsoncm (Dec 02, 2005 3:33 pm)
I think you need to reevaluate the Chrysler/Dodge minivans. Their quality has gone way up in the last several years. There is very little complaints on the 2002-2006 models. Even the 2001 has been pretty good. With the stow-n-go seats or just having a bench seat and having those two large storage bins, make it a great family van. You can load them down with toys, diaper bag or what ever and still keep your van neat and clean. Plus it still carries the extended engine and power train warrantee. It's a perfect van for a family with kids.

#86 of 149 Anybody consider safety? by 210delray

Dec 06, 2005 (7:23 am)

Both the current Odyssey and Sienna earn Good ratings in the frontal offset and side impact tests from the IIHS. Both have standard side airbags for the 2006 model year.
 
The Chrysler vans score only an Acceptable in the frontal test and haven't yet been tested in the side.

#87 of 149 Re: for what it's worth [nelsoncm] by researchqueen

Dec 12, 2005 (6:10 pm)

Replying to: nelsoncm (Dec 02, 2005 3:33 pm)
Also consider resale/residual value. The Japanese cars are a more practical buy if you think you'll keep your car for a while. But if you want a Pacifica, don't let one dodo from Chrysler turn you off. The car is really pretty awesome in terms of its spaciousness and amenities. You'll outgrow it a lot less quickly than you would a Highlander, though the Pilot is somewhat more roomy.

#88 of 149 What do you think of the new cars? by researchqueen

Jan 10, 2006 (12:50 pm)

If you've seen any of the Los Angeles or Detroit Auto Show coverage, you've seen a lot of interesting new cars that appeal to families. The new Dodge Durango, the first Audi SUV, new cars from Jeep, Lincoln, and more. CUV -- Crossover Utility Vehicle -- is the watchword this year. Anybody have opinions?

#89 of 149 Infant seat... by mustangmommy

Jan 31, 2006 (9:22 am)

I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem .. I have a 2003 Mustang gt.. I cannot find a rear facing infant seat that will fit in the car allowing the driver and passenger to be in the car also.. If anyone has found a seat that fits please post it model # brand and all... The car has all the locking things for all different kinds of car seats. I have even called ford motor company.. We do have another car and suv but the mustang is more fun and gets great gas mileage!!

#90 of 149 Re: Infant seat... [mustangmommy] by hpg122

Feb 02, 2006 (1:00 pm)

Replying to: mustangmommy (Jan 31, 2006 9:22 am)
Mustangmommy,were you able to find anything? This raises concerns for me. My husband really has his heart set on getting a 2006 Mustang, but we are planning for a baby within the year and as much as I'd love a mustang, I want something more Mommy friendly. --darn nesting instincts!! Have you found it to be terribly impractical?

#91 of 149 Re: Infant seat... [hpg122] by steve_ HOST

Feb 02, 2006 (10:14 pm)

Replying to: hpg122 (Feb 02, 2006 1:00 pm)
Get a minivan but get one of these for the kiddos (and let hubby wash and wax it weekly )
 
Ford Mustang Reaches Out to the Whole Family (Inside Line)
 

 
You may want to ask over in Advice - Child Car Seats That Fit too.
 
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