370z with child car seat

shadoquad · 05-11-2010, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by fullmonty

As others have stated theres a teather point in the trunk. I always rode in the front seat when I was little. Even when I was in a booster seat or what not. I remember my father sticking his arm out to pin me back in the seat when he would have to slam on the breaks. I guess it's now a different world.

djpathfinder · 05-11-2010, 09:06 AM

Wow, you guys are young'uns if you had booster seats growing up! When I was a kid seatbelts (with or without shoulder straps) were still optional, and ceter lap belts were self-cinching. Mind you, toys with lead paint, McDonald's styrofoam containers and asbestos in building materials were also common place. Maybe that's why I turned out the way I did. LOL

shadoquad · 05-11-2010, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by djpathfinder

Wow, you guys are young'uns if you had booster seats growing up! When I was a kid seatbelts (with or without shoulder straps) were still optional, and ceter lap belts were self-cinching. Mind you, toys with lead paint, McDonald's styrofoam containers and asbestos in building materials were also common place. Maybe that's why I turned out the way I did. LOL

I was agreeing with the fact that, when growing up, I rode in the front seat a lot, and my dad or mom would throw their hand out when braking heavily.

Although the "fastest" car we had when I was a tot was my dad's Toyota Carolla Sport. For those who care, that would be the American version of the AE86, which was pretty peppy.

UNKNOWN_370 · 05-11-2010, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by lyno_j777

hello to all...
im thinking of replacing a 370z over the 06 accord. just wanna know if theres a provation for the childs car seat at the back of the z...
thanks...

Sounds like you need to be shopping the G37S coupe. The Z isn't for you right now homes...

shumby · 05-11-2010, 10:01 AM

ya but you are really old DJ. ahahahahah

ZedZed · 05-11-2010, 10:34 AM

If you're going to take your child on short journeys then I don't see what the problem is by putting your Maxicosi (or whatever you call it in America, child seat basically) on the front seat. I have an 8 month baby and I put her on the front seat for very short journeys (5km or so).

That said, I wouldn't go for long distances with a baby at the front - I'd rather use my wife's Focus which has 4 seats. So, in my mind, to conclude I wouldn't forget about your dream car (370z) just because of your baby issue - just make sure you have a familly car for the long driving. Lastly, don't forget your baby will grow up rapidly and you'll regret not getting your sports car later on.

UNKNOWN_370 · 05-11-2010, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by ZedZed

If you're going to take your child on short journeys then I don't see what the problem is by putting your Maxicosi (or whatever you call it in America, child seat basically) on the front seat. I have an 8 month baby and I put her on the front seat for very short journeys (5km or so).

That said, I wouldn't go for long distances with a baby at the front - I'd rather use my wife's Focus which has 4 seats. So, in my mind, to conclude I wouldn't forget about your dream car (370z) just because of your baby issue - just make sure you have a familly car for the long driving. Lastly, don't forget your baby will grow up rapidly and you'll regret not getting your sports car later on.

This is AMERICA, child seats in the front are ILLEGAL, period. Short trips, long trips, doesn't matter. Baby in the front, you get fined or go to jail depending on situation. We have the strictest automotive safety laws in the world.

That might work if what you say fits his situation??? Or he may have to settle for a GT. Sometimes you gotta sacrifice your dreams temporarily for your children.

djpathfinder · 05-11-2010, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by shumby

ya but you are really old DJ. ahahahahah

ZedZed · 05-11-2010, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

This is AMERICA, child seats in the front are ILLEGAL, period. Short trips, long trips, doesn't matter. Baby in the front, you get fined or go to jail depending on situation. We have the strictest automotive safety laws in the world.

That might work if what you say fits his situation??? Or he may have to settle for a GT. Sometimes you gotta sacrifice your dreams temporarily for your children.

I wasn't aware it was illegal in the whole of the US, I thought it depended on which state you live in. So thanks for enlightening me on that matter

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But, if such is the case why would he even consider buying such a car? You would expect potential buyers to do some kind of research other than on forums (such as car reviews, car mags, etc.). Also I don't know many sports cars that have 2+2 seats.

Edit:

OK after reading his post better, OP said, "just wanna know if theres a provation for the childs car seat at the back of the z...", ok he didn't do his research properly... suprising.

wishihadnav · 05-11-2010, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt

I've never heard of the word "provation" before, so I'm not exactly sure what you're asking.

2 previous posters are correct.

1.) The Z is a 2 seater. There is no "back".

2.) There is an anchoring point for a car seat to be placed in the front seat. While this is certainly not the ideal location for a baby (front seat of a sports car?), it's 100% possible, and legal, to have the car seat there.

I believe I've read a few people use their Z to transport their kid short distances. I know I will have to at some point.

..when my daughter was a baby i had to transport her in my truck..no back seat...there's no difference here..

wishihadnav · 05-11-2010, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by djpathfinder

Wow, you guys are young'uns if you had booster seats growing up! When I was a kid seatbelts (with or without shoulder straps) were still optional, and ceter lap belts were self-cinching. Mind you, toys with lead paint, McDonald's styrofoam containers and asbestos in building materials were also common place. Maybe that's why I turned out the way I did. LOL

the good ole days..haha

import111 · 05-11-2010, 02:11 PM

So if it is illegal...why is there child seat anchors in a 2 seat car?

CBRich · 05-11-2010, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

This is AMERICA, child seats in the front are ILLEGAL, period. Short trips, long trips, doesn't matter. Baby in the front, you get fined or go to jail depending on situation. We have the strictest automotive safety laws in the world.

That might work if what you say fits his situation??? Or he may have to settle for a GT. Sometimes you gotta sacrifice your dreams temporarily for your children.

Show me. Seriously, show me. How about doing your research next time before you spew a bunch of misinformation. In a vehicle that does not contain a back seat it is NOT illegal to place a child seat in the front.

WShade · 05-11-2010, 02:42 PM

Sorry for the iPhone pic but my kid rocks the Recaro

wishihadnav · 05-11-2010, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by WShade

Sorry for the iPhone pic but my kid rocks the Recaro

haha..nice!!

05-11-2010, 09:06 AM	#17 (permalink)
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ZedZed Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Belgium, Brussels Posts: 237 Drives: nothing Rep Power: 15	If you're going to take your child on short journeys then I don't see what the problem is by putting your Maxicosi (or whatever you call it in America, child seat basically) on the front seat. I have an 8 month baby and I put her on the front seat for very short journeys (5km or so). That said, I wouldn't go for long distances with a baby at the front - I'd rather use my wife's Focus which has 4 seats. So, in my mind, to conclude I wouldn't forget about your dream car (370z) just because of your baby issue - just make sure you have a familly car for the long driving. Lastly, don't forget your baby will grow up rapidly and you'll regret not getting your sports car later on.

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import111 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Tucson, AZ. Posts: 622 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 191	So if it is illegal...why is there child seat anchors in a 2 seat car?