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JSUB · 10-22-2013, 02:28 PM

Forget it about driving a pregnant women in this car! Suspension is way too stiff on rough roads and she'll hate this car soon enough. My wife hates this car period. You'll be even more sorry that you can't drive it (hard) as you wish. Take a rain check and buy one later in life. The new WRX sedan could be an interesting alternative (4 doors and maybe more compliant stock suspension)?
Good luck

thill · 10-22-2013, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by suaveflooder

paging @thill ....he seems to make it work

My kids love the car. My now 3 year old is still in a front facing carseat and I don't have any problems fitting it in the car along with a second booster seat. But too be fair, I rarely take the kids in the car and our other vehicle is a Honda Odyssey minivan....

If this was my primary family car I would have bought something different for sure, especially with a pregnant wife

bestwheelbase · 10-22-2013, 02:53 PM

You could adopt a kid that's big enough to ride without carseat/attachments/etc.

wrb · 10-22-2013, 03:58 PM

BRZ wouldn't be an ideal family car... however...

If your wife also has a car... maybe upgrade her car to a more appropriate 'family' car? (suv or what not). you can keep your BRZ and drive your wife's car when it is 'family' business related driving.

robot · 10-22-2013, 04:20 PM

I'll chime in...

I had an sti with a rear facing newborn. It worked but was somewhat uncomfortable. All rear facing click-in-with-a-base seats are uncomfortable in and "fun" sized car. They just are.

My son is now 4. I had him in the back of my e36 m3 with bucket seat and he did fine with that. He can't buckle himself in which meant I had to kneel in my seat to buckle him. I had him sitting in the middle rear of that car.

I now have him in the brz sitting behind the passenger's seat front facing. He's comfortable and it's only a little uncomfortable for my wife up front.

When/if we have another child I'm going to consider another car but probably end up keeping the brz. Here's why:
-There are smaller rear facing infant seats (like the coccoro combi). Not all of them are those huge click base models.
-The rear facing stage doesn't last forever. Before kids did you plan on keeping this car longer than 2 or 3 years?
-My 4 year old will soon be in a booster and be able to sit behind me comfortably. He should also be able to buckle himself soon (right now he just isn't strong enough to do Britax's buckle)

Seat I had in the sti was something like this: [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Graco-SnugRide-Click-Connect-Tangerine/dp/B00AHVR1QI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1382469311&sr=8-2&keywords=rear+facing+child+seat+graco"]Amazon.com: Graco SnugRide Click Connect 35 Car Seat, Tangerine: Baby[/ame]

I had this in the sti and the brz: [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Britax-Marathon-70-G3-Convertible-Seat/dp/B00834D5SO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382469354&sr=8-1&keywords=britax+marathon"]Amazon.com: Britax Marathon 70-G3 Convertible Car Seat, Onyx: Baby[/ame]

This was the only seat that I could get to work in the m3: http://www.target.com/p/combi-coccor...FUjZQgodyW8ABw

In the brz I now have: [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Britax-E9LH41A-Pioneer-Harness-2-Booster-Seat/dp/B00D6TI84W/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1382469423&sr=8-9&keywords=britax+pioneer+70"]Amazon.com: Britax E9LH41A Pioneer 70 Harness-2-Booster Car Seat - Onyx with Carrying Case: Baby[/ame] (my only complaint is that the headrest rattles when he isn't sitting in it. I found a thread on a car seat forum (yes they do exist) that says it has to do with the nylon material (for easy washing) that the headrest wings are made out of. I'm going to try foam or foam tape to quiet it down tonight.)

TurboBrett · 10-22-2013, 04:32 PM

Jalopnik asked this very question.
http://jalopnik.com/5928491/2013-scion-frs-will-it-baby

For the TL;DRers:
"So, the final verdict: Yes, the FR-S will baby. It'll take some work from you, but it's worth it."

Diode Dynamics · 10-22-2013, 04:42 PM

I am dreading having to deal with these issues...but I'm looking forward to buying this kinda stuff here:

Thanks,
Nick C.

Kwisak · 10-22-2013, 04:46 PM

With one kid its doable, with multiple it would get hard. When i transport my niece i just sit down in the back seat that doesnt have the car seat and strap the kid into the car seat. then i jump out and get into the front. If there was two it would be hard. So in the end not ideal, but definitely doable. Start a poll!

NuLL0012 · 10-23-2013, 12:10 AM

Hey OP here,

Wow! Thanks for all of your comments and honest opinions -- really appreciated!

From reading your posts, I think I've decided to take the advice and hold off on the BRZ. Instead I'll likely wait and save for the 2015 WRX which I believe is supposed to be released early next year.

Thanks again!
Have fun in your BRZs!

ranisron · 10-23-2013, 01:07 AM

I bought the BRZ after my daughter turned 6 months old. Rear facing seat was fine although my wife (5'2) complained about how little room she gets in the front passenger seat. Do note that the front passenger area goes deep down the glove compartment. I am 6'2 so no one could sit behind me

.

My daughter is now 19 months old and she likes the BRZ a lot. I have the Recaro child seat in the back. The seat freed up quite a bit of room once you turn rear-facing into front facing...

Overall I did not regret my decision to sell the Saabaru (WRX wagon) to get the BRZ. We also have a big SUV as the family hauler.

Hope this helps.

uEih · 10-23-2013, 01:51 AM

I don't have no a family of my own yet but I would never even think about my new born or pregnant wife in here. Maybe if the kid is older then it's doable but not especially if your wife is pregnant, I already have a hard enough time getting out sometimes, I can't imagine how hard it'll be for a pregnant woman. The back usually sits my nieces fine and they really like it, they're 6 and 10. Whoever is sitting behind me has to sit indian style though. But in my opinion, this as the only family car, never. Sedan for family for sure.

Wasabi · 10-23-2013, 04:50 AM

I would take my hat off to you if you end up choosing this car and having a baby seat in the back.

s0sl0w · 10-23-2013, 09:49 AM

Its actually easier in a lot of ways than my four door hatch was. Cars low so he can climb right in and I just sit on the sill to buckle him up.

So glad he's three!

strat61caster · 10-23-2013, 11:44 AM

I'm really surprised at how many people claim they can't fit four people in this car. I've fit four adults ranging from 5'5" to 6'2" I understand that it may not be possible for some drivers but looking at this post you'd think that 80% of the owners were over 6' tall.

Completely agree that it isn't a family car and should be bought with the understanding that tossing the whole gang in should be a rare occasion for the sake of those you love.

10-22-2013, 03:58 PM	#18
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10-22-2013, 04:42 PM	#21
Diode Dynamics Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S Location: St. Louis, Missouri Posts: 2,770 Thanks: 1,503 Thanked 1,761 Times in 877 Posts Mentioned: 197 Post(s) Tagged: 5 Thread(s)	I am dreading having to deal with these issues...but I'm looking forward to buying this kinda stuff here: Thanks, Nick C. __________________ John C. Diode Dynamics Follow Us: FB // IG // YT // TikTok

10-22-2013, 02:28 PM	#15
JSUB Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: 2026 BRZ tS coming Location: Near Montreal, Canada Posts: 77 Thanks: 81 Thanked 16 Times in 15 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Forget it about driving a pregnant women in this car! Suspension is way too stiff on rough roads and she'll hate this car soon enough. My wife hates this car period. You'll be even more sorry that you can't drive it (hard) as you wish. Take a rain check and buy one later in life. The new WRX sedan could be an interesting alternative (4 doors and maybe more compliant stock suspension)? Good luck

10-22-2013, 02:53 PM	#17
bestwheelbase Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: 1985 P-Type Location: Nashville, TN, USA Posts: 3,710 Thanks: 3,273 Thanked 2,058 Times in 1,098 Posts Mentioned: 50 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	You could adopt a kid that's big enough to ride without carseat/attachments/etc.

10-22-2013, 04:20 PM	#19
robot There are now 2 carseats! Join Date: Nov 2012 Drives: 2013 DGM BRZ Location: The Emerald City Posts: 434 Thanks: 21 Thanked 166 Times in 75 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I'll chime in... I had an sti with a rear facing newborn. It worked but was somewhat uncomfortable. All rear facing click-in-with-a-base seats are uncomfortable in and "fun" sized car. They just are. My son is now 4. I had him in the back of my e36 m3 with bucket seat and he did fine with that. He can't buckle himself in which meant I had to kneel in my seat to buckle him. I had him sitting in the middle rear of that car. I now have him in the brz sitting behind the passenger's seat front facing. He's comfortable and it's only a little uncomfortable for my wife up front. When/if we have another child I'm going to consider another car but probably end up keeping the brz. Here's why: -There are smaller rear facing infant seats (like the coccoro combi). Not all of them are those huge click base models. -The rear facing stage doesn't last forever. Before kids did you plan on keeping this car longer than 2 or 3 years? -My 4 year old will soon be in a booster and be able to sit behind me comfortably. He should also be able to buckle himself soon (right now he just isn't strong enough to do Britax's buckle) Seat I had in the sti was something like this: [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Graco-SnugRide-Click-Connect-Tangerine/dp/B00AHVR1QI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1382469311&sr=8-2&keywords=rear+facing+child+seat+graco"]Amazon.com: Graco SnugRide Click Connect 35 Car Seat, Tangerine: Baby[/ame] I had this in the sti and the brz: [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Britax-Marathon-70-G3-Convertible-Seat/dp/B00834D5SO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382469354&sr=8-1&keywords=britax+marathon"]Amazon.com: Britax Marathon 70-G3 Convertible Car Seat, Onyx: Baby[/ame] This was the only seat that I could get to work in the m3: http://www.target.com/p/combi-coccor...FUjZQgodyW8ABw In the brz I now have: [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Britax-E9LH41A-Pioneer-Harness-2-Booster-Seat/dp/B00D6TI84W/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1382469423&sr=8-9&keywords=britax+pioneer+70"]Amazon.com: Britax E9LH41A Pioneer 70 Harness-2-Booster Car Seat - Onyx with Carrying Case: Baby[/ame] (my only complaint is that the headrest rattles when he isn't sitting in it. I found a thread on a car seat forum (yes they do exist) that says it has to do with the nylon material (for easy washing) that the headrest wings are made out of. I'm going to try foam or foam tape to quiet it down tonight.)

10-22-2013, 04:32 PM	#20
TurboBrett Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: 13 BRZ Location: The matrix Posts: 79 Thanks: 9 Thanked 15 Times in 10 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Jalopnik asked this very question. http://jalopnik.com/5928491/2013-scion-frs-will-it-baby For the TL;DRers: "So, the final verdict: Yes, the FR-S will baby. It'll take some work from you, but it's worth it."

10-22-2013, 04:46 PM	#22
Kwisak Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: 2013 BRZ GBS Location: Arizona Posts: 261 Thanks: 65 Thanked 57 Times in 37 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	With one kid its doable, with multiple it would get hard. When i transport my niece i just sit down in the back seat that doesnt have the car seat and strap the kid into the car seat. then i jump out and get into the front. If there was two it would be hard. So in the end not ideal, but definitely doable. Start a poll!

10-23-2013, 12:10 AM	#23
NuLL0012 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Drives: 2009 Audi A3 Location: GTA Posts: 4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Hey OP here, Wow! Thanks for all of your comments and honest opinions -- really appreciated! From reading your posts, I think I've decided to take the advice and hold off on the BRZ. Instead I'll likely wait and save for the 2015 WRX which I believe is supposed to be released early next year. Thanks again! Have fun in your BRZs!

10-23-2013, 01:07 AM	#24
ranisron Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Drives: 2013 SWP BRZ Limited #2344 Location: Chicago, IL, Wheaton, IL Posts: 88 Thanks: 110 Thanked 14 Times in 11 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I bought the BRZ after my daughter turned 6 months old. Rear facing seat was fine although my wife (5'2) complained about how little room she gets in the front passenger seat. Do note that the front passenger area goes deep down the glove compartment. I am 6'2 so no one could sit behind me . My daughter is now 19 months old and she likes the BRZ a lot. I have the Recaro child seat in the back. The seat freed up quite a bit of room once you turn rear-facing into front facing... Overall I did not regret my decision to sell the Saabaru (WRX wagon) to get the BRZ. We also have a big SUV as the family hauler. Hope this helps.

10-23-2013, 01:51 AM	#25
uEih Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: CBS Subaru BRZ Limited Location: California Posts: 458 Thanks: 162 Thanked 91 Times in 77 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I don't have no a family of my own yet but I would never even think about my new born or pregnant wife in here. Maybe if the kid is older then it's doable but not especially if your wife is pregnant, I already have a hard enough time getting out sometimes, I can't imagine how hard it'll be for a pregnant woman. The back usually sits my nieces fine and they really like it, they're 6 and 10. Whoever is sitting behind me has to sit indian style though. But in my opinion, this as the only family car, never. Sedan for family for sure.

10-23-2013, 04:50 AM	#26
Wasabi おい、だいじょうぶ? Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: BRZ Limited 6 Speed Location: Groton, CT Posts: 132 Thanks: 44 Thanked 54 Times in 33 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I would take my hat off to you if you end up choosing this car and having a baby seat in the back.

10-23-2013, 09:49 AM	#27
s0sl0w Proud of Boxer Join Date: May 2013 Drives: 2013 BRZ Location: Maryland Posts: 501 Thanks: 176 Thanked 273 Times in 136 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Its actually easier in a lot of ways than my four door hatch was. Cars low so he can climb right in and I just sit on the sill to buckle him up. So glad he's three!

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