Child Car Safety: Buying a Family Car
Not too long ago, the words "sedan" and "minivan" conjured up images of ... well ... someone else—anyone else—just not you. That seems to have changed recently. Funny how a very small child can make you long for a very big car.
Here are some things to consider, including child car safety, when buying a bigger vehicle:
Here are some things to consider, including child car safety, when buying a bigger vehicle:
Before you invest in a monster-size SUV or wander aimlessly around a car lot, make a checklist to separate your wants from your needs.
Then do some online comparisons for child car safety, eco-friendliness and cost. Sites like Consumer Reports or the parent-friendly Mother Proof can help.
If you're in the market for a used vehicle, check the Kelly Blue Book site for used-car values to make sure you're getting a fair deal. And if used-car salespeople make you shudder, consider shopping a car lot like CarMax, where haggling is not an option. (Bonus: You can shop CarMax online while the baby's napping!)
And never fear: You can always get a sports car later. (Midlife crisis not required.)
report abuseAnd never fear: You can always get a sports car later. (Midlife crisis not required.)
Submit!
