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    child seats (sorry bazzle).
    we ordered the Maxi-Cosi:
    - easybase isofix base
    - cabriofix capsule
    - cabriofix rain cover
    - priorifix car seat
    - mura 4 pram

    pictures sorted.

    i'm not going to get into the legality or otherwise of isofix child seats, except to say i've done my research
    and being a self centered gen-y have opted for the best and safest travel equipment we could
    manage for our boy.


    the seat before putting it all in. somehow a bird managed to crap *inside* the car on the left side of
    the seat, right in the gap between the bottom and back of the seat. if i ever find that bird...


    this is the base. it'll be living here for a while. there are little isofix locking claps that clip into your
    isofix points. you then grab the handles on the base and force it back against the seat back, ratcheting it in.
    once you have done this the indicator at the top of the floor leg will go green. you then extend the leg until
    the indicators on the foot go green. once attached it is absolutely rock solid. about as much movement as
    your car seat. having checked out a seatbelt base system there is no comparison between the two in terms
    of the firmness of the attachment.


    the seat then clicks into the base. you lift it in, it clicks, locking in two metal rails and that's it, rock solid.
    we went for a blue colour. it's a bit less blue than the flash makes it seem and it fits in well with the car's
    interior. we've gone rear facing, because it's safer. the seat is attached on the kerb side of the car, for
    obvious reasons.


    lifting the seat out involves grasping and pulling a handle on the base and lifting it out. it seemed easy
    with an empty seat. add 5kg of baby and i suppose we'll see.


    this is a side view of the rear passenger area. you can get an idea of how big everything is. with the carry
    handle upright, the capsule is clear of the front passenger by 4 to 5 inches. the passenger seat is far
    enough back for me to sit in and i'm 183cm.


    this is the pram, folded up in the boot without the seat. the capsule slots into the pram as you'll see. plenty
    of room in the boot. i'm in two minds about a cargo net but a boot scuff plate and a liner look like a good
    idea. we went with a 4 wheel pram for stability so we can walk and run with it. it seems to roll pretty well
    but time will tell. the wheel axles require monthly maintenance with a graphite lube. they are removable.


    the pram outside and unfolded. folding and unfolding it is easy and the wife can lift it out of the boot
    without trouble. i wouldn't call it especially light though, hence the scuff plate being an idea.


    pram with the capsule clipped in. the pram is quite maneuverable. the large rear wheels handle steps well
    and the small front wheels make it maneuverable. the rear wheels have suspension. the handle extends far
    enough to make it comfortable for me to push and i'm reasonably tall.
    the pram has a carry area underneath it. about enough for a reusable shopping bag and a half.


    this is the pram with the seat it comes with. he'll probably use that after he grows out of the capsule. no,
    the playboys aren't going. if you don't like them, take it up with the wife. it's her subscription. brilliant
    articles, hit and miss on the chicks.


    a side view of the pram with capsule, sun shade up.

    i took the car around the block with the pram and capsule in it. didn't notice any rattles under load on a
    hill or just trundling about. didn't notice anything going over rough bits of road either. i'll be leaving it all
    in the car for the next couple of weeks to see what it's like to get along with. so far it's certainly worth
    the hassle to get it all over here and cost wise wasn't significantly more expensive than getting it here.
    less than the regular price of an apr tune, which is also worth the money so that's not a dig in any way.

    we didn't want to have to change to a bigger car or (urgh) an suv just because we were having a kid
    so we needed to find something safe, quality and small enough to fit our car. i think we managed that
    but we'll see as things go on.
    Last edited by brisgtimkv; 10-02-2010, 08:51 AM. Reason: pictures

  • #2
    Originally posted by brisgtimkv View Post
    we ordered the Maxi-Cosi:
    - easybase isofix base
    - cabriofix capsule
    - cabriofix rain cover
    - priorifix car seat
    - mura 4 pram

    cross posted on golfmkv.com because i can't be arsed sorting the pics out...
    Im guessing your talking about Child seats?

    Bazzle
    Prev 2008 R32 3 door DSG.
    Prev 2010 S3 Sportback Stronic.
    Now Lexus IS350 F Sport

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    • #3
      ISOFIX lobbying

      Did anyone catch Today Tonight last night? They had an article on the ISOFIX child seat debate.. and in interviewing the Transport Minister, even he got the laws wrong.

      I think that ISOFIX accreditation in Australia isnt too far off!
      '03 Bora V6 4motion ~ CC Flash ~ Neuspeed F&R ARB ~ .:R optioned - Bilsteins,Springs,shifter,steering ~ Tyrol Brake kit ~ EVOMS CAI

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      • #4
        Originally posted by goodfella View Post
        Did anyone catch Today Tonight last night? They had an article on the ISOFIX child seat debate.. and in interviewing the Transport Minister, even he got the laws wrong.

        I think that ISOFIX accreditation in Australia isnt too far off!
        I think it will be, they had the chance to add in isofix last year but choose not to (I posted a heap of info why in the gofmkv australian forum) and the ADR is not due to be reviewed for another 5-6 years and even than the process of changing it will take 2-4 years.

        In the meantime nothing to stop anyone from importing from overseas, even NZ allow isofix so that could be a good place to import from.
        website: www.my-gti.com

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        • #5
          I am of the complete belief that ISOFIX is a superior system to the current Australian standards. However, should the worst happen, and your child is in hospital after an accident, can any claims against CTP be denied because your child was in an illegal restraint system? That would be the only thing that would stop me from adopting ISOFIX.
          NickZ
          Former ride: MY07 Black Polo GTI
          Current: MY09 Blue Passat R36 Wagon

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          • #6
            Originally posted by NickZ View Post
            I am of the complete belief that ISOFIX is a superior system to the current Australian standards. However, should the worst happen, and your child is in hospital after an accident, can any claims against CTP be denied because your child was in an illegal restraint system? That would be the only thing that would stop me from adopting ISOFIX.
            Look at it another way, you get hit in the side and the useless Australia restraint means your childs head hits the window with such force they end up in a body bag. How would you deal with the knowledge that you passed on the much safer ISO fix system and your child might still be alive now if you had purchased it?

            ISO fix is better in all areas and the ADR's are useless, better your child is alive and have CTP issues (perhaps) than be attending their funeral.
            website: www.my-gti.com

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            • #7
              freaking hard hitting, but damn true. I'd be fine with the isofix stuff.

              Originally posted by Maverick View Post
              Look at it another way, you get hit in the side and the useless Australia restraint means your childs head hits the window with such force they end up in a body bag. How would you deal with the knowledge that you passed on the much safer ISO fix system and your child might still be alive now if you had purchased it?

              ISO fix is better in all areas and the ADR's are useless, better your child is alive and have CTP issues (perhaps) than be attending their funeral.
              MY02 Bora V6 4Mo|Matte Black plastidip|VTDA|R32 Exhaust|R32 dampers and springs|TT pedals|R32 steering wheel|17" 8L S3 rims|R32 sways|Blue Haldex|EBC reds

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              • #8
                Where to buy?

                G'day everyone,

                Love the forum and informative information about all aspects of VW. I have been looking into car seats for my kids and have decided I want to get some ISOFIX booster seats to take them from age 3 up to 8-10. Looking at Chicco Key Ultrafix 3/3 or Britax kidfix. I see a few of you have purchased and imported ISOFIX seats - where from? How much? Have you heard which is best for kids over 20kg?

                Thanks,

                Zac

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                • #9
                  Just a side note would anybody have a spare Isofix Child seat laying around they would be willing to sell, lend or even rent me for a month in July. I need to go to visit the HQ and areas and taking my then 12 month old Daughter.. Pm if you can help...
                  Phillip Fairhall
                  Brand Manager
                  Rolfe Renault / Audi Centre Canberra
                  Melrose Drive Phillip ACT

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