For Dads who don't want to choose between their kids and the M3

revmmm · 07-13-2008, 08:49 PM

Thanks for the comments on the photo.

I was expecting a little bit of slack for posting pictures of my kids first instead of some other great shots of the car.

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Originally Posted by jm1234

Help a dad out, where did you get the protector?

The protectors are available at Toys R Us. They are black and can be separated into 2 pieces. The product number (in Canada) is 282111 - and I am guessing it is the same in the U.S. They wipe down easy and are great for catching dirt and crumbs (assuming you let the kids eat in the car). - See picture.

The protector does not cover the leather headrest, so I took the extra padding from the seat and placed it between the back of the car seat and the headrest so that there would not be the large indent... See top of original photo with my daughter...Works like a charm.

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Originally Posted by omfsgraffs

Do you leave the base attached when you place the car seat in the trunk?

The Radian 65 is a one-piece unit. It does not have a detachable base. The base does however fold up so it lays flat and can therefore fit in the trunk. I only put the seats in when I am taking the kids for a drive, it only takes a minute to clip the seats in, otherwise I store them in the basement. Attached is a pic that might help explain better. If you are considering buying it I would Google it to get more info and prices.

GR8TNESS · 07-13-2008, 08:59 PM

Hahaha worth every penny!

Keto · 07-14-2008, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jm1234

Help a dad out, where did you get the protector?

You can also get them from Amazon. They have grey ones as well for sure, and probably tan too.

FrenchBoy · 10-23-2009, 12:16 PM

Hi revmmm,

I am looking at car seat to replace the one in my wife's VW Golf. My boy is 19 months old. She does not want the same Recaro Young Sport that I have in my Sedan due to the high side bolsters (he finds it hard to put the kid in the seat).

The Sunshine Kids Radian 65SL is high on the list because it seems rather compact compared to others. I have not been able to actually see one in person to really get a feel for it. My main concern, and the reason we want to change the car seat, is how far the seat pushes the kid forward. Convertible car seats tend to be bulky.

Could you chime in on this?
Thanks for the help.

Nate@IND · 10-23-2009, 12:22 PM

Now that's what life's all about

Good photo!

KiokenM3 · 10-23-2009, 02:31 PM

your a very cool dad with a cut kid

MJC///M3 · 10-23-2009, 02:46 PM

what a priceless picture...you should send that to BMW....mabye they'll throw it into their new "Joy" campaigns.

tim3less · 10-23-2009, 02:59 PM

HAHA, that's really cute man. Glad the kids are enjoying the M as much as you are!

Crazy Bimmer · 10-23-2009, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by ase2dais

Pictures are worth a million, and your kids face expresses the ulitmate joy of having a BMW!

Wow! that is a priceless photo.

Exactly my thoughts!

Thanks for the smile today! Cute kid!

a burrito · 10-23-2009, 05:15 PM

Absolutely priceless!

SpencerM3 · 10-23-2009, 05:17 PM

HOLY THREAD REVIVAL!

Awesome picture!

datbimmerdoe · 10-23-2009, 05:20 PM

Adorable.

meharris · 10-23-2009, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by MJC///M3

what a priceless picture...you should send that to BMW....mabye they'll throw it into their new "Joy" campaigns.

+1 I was thinking the same thing!

Malarky · 10-24-2009, 12:21 AM

Awesome picture!

bavarian19 · 10-24-2009, 06:23 AM

THE JEDI · 10-26-2009, 08:00 AM

I don't have a M3 convertible gimme about 18 months or so, but my 8 year old in my Z4 gets the same look makes me feel like the coolest dad in the word

zenderm3 · 10-26-2009, 08:18 AM

Great photo!

IGotId · 10-26-2009, 09:52 AM

nice photo! my wife & i are expecting our 2nd any day now...(the eldest is almost 4yr old)

Subw00er · 10-26-2009, 10:22 AM

Is that seat legal for a 1.5yr old? Maybe Canada laws differ..

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