The Official Baby/Infant/Child Car Seat Pictures Thread

d k · 06-15-2016, 11:12 PM

Question to all you car seat experts....

How much room is back there in an M3 vs an M4?

We are expecting and I need to pull a trigger on a car soon.

Really like the M4 but the responsible thing would be to get the 4door.

Any thoughts?

LM3K · 08-29-2016, 11:43 PM

Hey all, has anyone found if tall rear facing convertible seats on the passenger side block your blind spot? I own a clek foonf and am wondering how that would fit... I like to have the seat low and am 5'10"...

Its_lobelt · 08-30-2016, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by d k

Question to all you car seat experts....

How much room is back there in an M3 vs an M4?

We are expecting and I need to pull a trigger on a car soon.

Really like the M4 but the responsible thing would be to get the 4door.

Any thoughts?

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Originally Posted by LM3K

Hey all, has anyone found if tall rear facing convertible seats on the passenger side block your blind spot? I own a clek foonf and am wondering how that would fit... I like to have the seat low and am 5'10"...

I have the recaro rear facing convertible seat and its not too bad in the M4. However it is a pain in the ass trying to get the kid in and out of the back seat. I imagine the M3 would fare much better.

TurboAL47 · 09-06-2016, 01:05 PM

just stumbled on this article when researching boosters for my kid who is about to graduate to this type of seat. after reading this, i need to get rid of my recaro performance ride convertible seats and look into something else. i emailed recaro as well to express my disappointment and to see what they are doing to address the situation.

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/c...ide-child-seat

yes consumer reports is testing at a higher standard than the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) but i'm not willing to take any chances with my kids even if it is only 35mph as opposed to 30mph. if recaro responds to me, i will let you guys know.

d k · 09-09-2016, 12:27 PM

Shit.

Good to know.

I got a long way to go before I need my seat to face fwd lol.

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Originally Posted by TurboAL47

just stumbled on this article when researching boosters for my kid who is about to graduate to this type of seat. after reading this, i need to get rid of my recaro performance ride convertible seats and look into something else. i emailed recaro as well to express my disappointment and to see what they are doing to address the situation.

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/c...ide-child-seat

yes consumer reports is testing at a higher standard than the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) but i'm not willing to take any chances with my kids even if it is only 35mph as opposed to 30mph. if recaro responds to me, i will let you guys know.

TurboAL47 · 10-01-2016, 01:52 PM

quick update. recaro offered to replace my seats with different ones but i had already ordered and installed britax marathon clicktight seats in my m4 and x5. i asked them to send me high back boosters instead and they agreed after several days and escalation to their corporate office. funny thing was that they didn't want my old seats back any more and asked me to cut the seat belts and dispose of them, which i did.

the britax are heavier, have steel frames, and are way easier to install using the seat belt rather than the latches. they are slightly more expensive as well.

Defense · 10-01-2016, 04:06 PM

I have driven my six year old twins in my m4 for a year and a half. They get in and out of it faster than my wife's mdx. I use bubblebum car seats which fit perfectly in the back and have a great safety rating.

teazr1 · 10-02-2016, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by TurboAL47

quick update. recaro offered to replace my seats with different ones but i had already ordered and installed britax marathon clicktight seats in my m4 and x5. i asked them to send me high back boosters instead and they agreed after several days and escalation to their corporate office. funny thing was that they didn't want my old seats back any more and asked me to cut the seat belts and dispose of them, which i did.

the britax are heavier, have steel frames, and are way easier to install using the seat belt rather than the latches. they are slightly more expensive as well.

Thanks for the update. I have also contacted them about my concerns but haven't heard back yet.

jstnstr · 10-03-2016, 08:47 AM

Does anyone have a good solution for protecting the backs of the front seats from little feet? I haven't seen any protectors that look like they work with the M3/4 sport seats.

BigMo · 10-04-2016, 08:03 AM

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Does anyone have a good solution for protecting the backs of the front seats from little feet? I haven't seen any protectors that look like they work with the M3/4 sport seats.

I've searched long and hard for solution and can't really seem to find anything. I just use the ones that everyone sells and when the kids aren't in the car I take the strap around the headrest off and tuck the seatback protector under the seat. Not the most viable solution but that's all I got. I know some people have clear bra'ed their seat backs but that was a little much for me.

BigMo · 10-04-2016, 08:13 AM

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jstnstr · 10-04-2016, 09:01 AM

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Does anyone have a good solution for protecting the backs of the front seats from little feet? I haven't seen any protectors that look like they work with the M3/4 sport seats.

I've searched long and hard for solution and can't really seem to find anything. I just use the ones that everyone sells and when the kids aren't in the car I take the strap around the headrest off and tuck the seatback protector under the seat. Not the most viable solution but that's all I got. I know some people have clear bra'ed their seat backs but that was a little much for me.

Wow really? That is a little crazy

PhoenixBimmer · 10-08-2016, 04:23 PM

Recaro Performance Rally Convertible Car Seat - Raven fits fine.

jstnstr · 10-09-2016, 04:32 PM

Does anybody have a viable solution to this issue? Words haven't been working.

Bashar368 · 10-09-2016, 09:36 PM

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Does anybody have a viable solution to this issue? Words haven't been working.

I pull their shoes off. Hahahhaa

AW BMW · 10-09-2016, 09:51 PM

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I pull their shoes off. Hahahhaa

This right here, my son always has his shoes off because socks won't damage or scratch the interior. Now if I can only get him to stop pushing on the seat with his feet.

lpshikhar · 10-09-2016, 09:56 PM

All I would say is " these kids/babies/infants are lucky to be riding in m-achines so early in their life".

Bashar368 · 10-09-2016, 10:32 PM

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I pull their shoes off. Hahahhaa

This right here, my son always has his shoes off because socks won't damage or scratch the interior. Now if I can only get him to stop pushing on the seat with his feet.

It's the worst with the ZCP seats because they stick their feet in the slots and kick you

x.shell · 10-10-2016, 04:52 PM

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It's the worst with the ZCP seats because they stick their feet in the slots and kick you

LOL! I wouldn't even be mad if they did that!

jstnstr · 10-10-2016, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Bashar368

I pull their shoes off. Hahahhaa

This right here, my son always has his shoes off because socks won't damage or scratch the interior. Now if I can only get him to stop pushing on the seat with his feet.

It's the worst with the ZCP seats because they stick their feet in the slots and kick you

Yeah that's why I didn't get the Comp package (I was actually too stingy). I do take his shoes off but sometimes the odors coming from those size 5 shoes are intolerable.

-JLT- · 10-11-2016, 05:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Bashar368

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Originally Posted by AW BMW

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Originally Posted by Bashar368

I pull their shoes off. Hahahhaa

This right here, my son always has his shoes off because socks won't damage or scratch the interior. Now if I can only get him to stop pushing on the seat with his feet.

It's the worst with the ZCP seats because they stick their feet in the slots and kick you

Yeah that's why I didn't get the Comp package (I was actually too stingy). I do take his shoes off but sometimes the odors coming from those size 5 shoes are intolerable.

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-JLT- · 10-11-2016, 05:34 AM

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Does anybody have a viable solution to this issue? Words haven't been working.

tell him: if I see any shoe marks, I'm going to beat ur ass! lol

I kid, I kid

06-15-2016, 11:12 PM	#89
d k Second Lieutenant 47 Rep 210 Posts Drives: BMWless for few weeks Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Question to all you car seat experts.... How much room is back there in an M3 vs an M4? We are expecting and I need to pull a trigger on a car soon. Really like the M4 but the responsible thing would be to get the 4door. Any thoughts?
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08-29-2016, 11:43 PM	#90
LM3K New Member 5 Rep 14 Posts Drives: '11 JCW Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: NW iTrader: (0)	Hey all, has anyone found if tall rear facing convertible seats on the passenger side block your blind spot? I own a clek foonf and am wondering how that would fit... I like to have the seat low and am 5'10"...
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09-06-2016, 01:05 PM	#92
TurboAL47 Colonel 1027 Rep 2,026 Posts Drives: M4 / X5 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queens, NYC iTrader: (27) Garage List 2022 G82 M4 6MT [10.00] SOLD - 2015 F82 M4 ... [9.66] 2021 G05 X5 [0.00] SOLD - 2014 F15 X5 ... [9.00] SOLD - 2008 E92 335xi [10.00]	just stumbled on this article when researching boosters for my kid who is about to graduate to this type of seat. after reading this, i need to get rid of my recaro performance ride convertible seats and look into something else. i emailed recaro as well to express my disappointment and to see what they are doing to address the situation. http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/c...ide-child-seat yes consumer reports is testing at a higher standard than the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) but i'm not willing to take any chances with my kids even if it is only 35mph as opposed to 30mph. if recaro responds to me, i will let you guys know. __________________ '22 G82 M4 - Individual Marina Bay Blue 6MT \| MBB G82 Ongoing Build Thread '21 AW G05 X5 xDrive40i MSport '15 SS/SO F82 - M4 - SOLD\| Industry City Shoot '08 AW E92 - 335xi - SOLD[/b] \| Mods and Photoshoot
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TurboAL47 Colonel 1027 Rep 2,026 Posts Drives: M4 / X5 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queens, NYC iTrader: (27) Garage List 2022 G82 M4 6MT [10.00] SOLD - 2015 F82 M4 ... [9.66] 2021 G05 X5 [0.00] SOLD - 2014 F15 X5 ... [9.00] SOLD - 2008 E92 335xi [10.00]	quick update. recaro offered to replace my seats with different ones but i had already ordered and installed britax marathon clicktight seats in my m4 and x5. i asked them to send me high back boosters instead and they agreed after several days and escalation to their corporate office. funny thing was that they didn't want my old seats back any more and asked me to cut the seat belts and dispose of them, which i did. the britax are heavier, have steel frames, and are way easier to install using the seat belt rather than the latches. they are slightly more expensive as well. Attached Images __________________ '22 G82 M4 - Individual Marina Bay Blue 6MT \| MBB G82 Ongoing Build Thread '21 AW G05 X5 xDrive40i MSport '15 SS/SO F82 - M4 - SOLD\| Industry City Shoot '08 AW E92 - 335xi - SOLD[/b] \| Mods and Photoshoot
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10-01-2016, 04:06 PM	#95
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10-03-2016, 08:47 AM	#97
jstnstr Lieutenant Colonel 927 Rep 1,496 Posts Drives: G20 M340xi Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SWFL iTrader: (2)	Does anyone have a good solution for protecting the backs of the front seats from little feet? I haven't seen any protectors that look like they work with the M3/4 sport seats. __________________ \| M-Performance Exhaust \| JB4 Map 4 on E35 \| BMC Red Panel Filter \| \| Previous: 18 M3 ZCP \| 17 M3 6MT \| 15 M235i \|
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PhoenixBimmer Private 64 Rep 85 Posts Drives: 2016 M3 2017 X5 2014 535(sold) Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Phoenix(Gilbert/Chandler) iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M4 Convert ... [0.00] 2014 BMW 535i Xdriv ... [0.00]	Recaro Performance Rally Convertible Car Seat - Raven Recaro Performance Rally Convertible Car Seat - Raven fits fine. Attached Images __________________ (c) 2016 M4 Convertible with MPE/Carbon Fiber tips/Black Kidney Grills/AY (c) 2017 X5 35i xdrive (P) 2016 M3 SS/SO (p) 2014 535i xdrive M sport
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