ISOFIX etc.

[Tonsko]

So I've just bought this new (to me) B6 A4 estate.

In the back seat, behind passenger, fitted between the seat cushion and backrest are two square plastic holes. The guy who sold it to me reckoned that these are isofix fittings.

Now, as we are due to have a new baby (first one) would any old ISOfix compatible 'travel system' fit into these? We're not keen on spending ~600 on something that will only be used for a short while, so something more reasonable would be favourite. Also, something that could click into a buggy.

What I've discerned so far is that isofix is more of a standard than a buggy make, and that different manufacturers conform to this standard - you just pay what you want for a brand. Would that be correct?

Any recommendations that would include a car seat, buggy and something for the baby to lie flat in?

Cheers!

[Tonsko]

Thanks for all the replies so far. I think the baby seat clicking into the buggy idea was me not fully grasping things. So, having looked at the maxi cosy mura plus 3 stuff (for example), the set of 3 - cot, car seat and buggy seems to be a good plan, as well as they last up until 3 1/2 -> 4 as suggested. That isize is an interesting point too.

Looking at things on ebay as well, I wasn't aware of the sheer amount of second hand items available.

Thanks for helping me get a handle on it. There is a lot of choice on the market!

[Tonsko]

Thanks for all the advice. Certainly given me things to think about. It's not due for a few months yet, so have time.

(Pick the new-old Audi up tomorrow! Woo! )

[Tonsko]

So, the wife went shopping for pushchairs today. In Mothercare, she canvassed a couple of parents who both had a Cosatto Giggle 2 system. Both sets of parents really rated the Giggle 2, so we found a cheaper one (for some reason the fabric design is a big factor in the price...) and we got the cheapest one.

http://www.online4baby.com/cosatto-giggle-2-combi-...

Have to buy an ISOfix adapter, but it will be the one with the extra foot in front.