Defender 90 w/ a kid
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#13
The 90 is a wonderful vehicle but the biggest drawback is getting in and out of the backseat. Fortunately, my grandchildren could climb over the front seat and over the center console to get there, it’s got loads of room once you’re in the backseat. Trying to get an adult into the backseat, is a seemingly impossible task. Really poorly designed from that standpoint
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Royalist (08-07-2022)
#15
The original post referenced kids. I’ve been back there a number of times and don’t find it to be that big of a deal. Certainly not as convenient as 4 doors but it’s not meant to be. This is why some people prefer 4 doors over two with respect to cars as well.
#16
I could not resist replying .....
The crumb snatchers (1 or more) are not the challenge. You will not be cursing them much. But, those darn bulky car seats, strollers, changing bags, toy bags, etc. etc. That is another matter. That stuff is devilish.
For all the emotional pain and angst they generated, the MINI-VAN is really the standard by which to contemplate your new reality. We owned four of them, of different brands and they absolutely work. From personal experince, for NYC the Acura MDX is superb. The best family SUV out there. Just not something to off-road in.
I am not suggesting you buy a mini-van. Or a station wagon. Or a different brand of SUV. Just that you come as close as you can stand to obtaining the ideal access to the back seat and to the rear storage area which the mini-van provided.
Bottom line: The 90 does not meet a realistic assessment of suitability for car seats, strollers, baby bags galore. But, I agree it is as cute as they come.
Enjoy the adventure !!!
The crumb snatchers (1 or more) are not the challenge. You will not be cursing them much. But, those darn bulky car seats, strollers, changing bags, toy bags, etc. etc. That is another matter. That stuff is devilish.
For all the emotional pain and angst they generated, the MINI-VAN is really the standard by which to contemplate your new reality. We owned four of them, of different brands and they absolutely work. From personal experince, for NYC the Acura MDX is superb. The best family SUV out there. Just not something to off-road in.
I am not suggesting you buy a mini-van. Or a station wagon. Or a different brand of SUV. Just that you come as close as you can stand to obtaining the ideal access to the back seat and to the rear storage area which the mini-van provided.
Bottom line: The 90 does not meet a realistic assessment of suitability for car seats, strollers, baby bags galore. But, I agree it is as cute as they come.
Enjoy the adventure !!!
#17
RIP those rear shocks
Agreed. Great car. Even the 2WD will serve you well.
I'd not like a 2 door car with kids. 90 would be a hard pass from me.
Full disclosure. I'm one of those soulless donkeys CombatNinja referenced that used car-seats and a stroller.
Last edited by GavinC; 08-07-2022 at 05:21 PM.
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Chief65 (08-07-2022)
#18
Pack n Play, car seat, stroller, sunshade, high chair, 17 meals, diaper bag, toys....The list is endless when it comes to crotch fruit these days. Whatever happened to the days when your parents opened the car door, you clambered up and that was that? You had the shirt on your back and you could play with old french fries you found. This mentality is one of the big reasons I never had kids. I'm telling you, in my mid-30s I became fixated on these empty-looking shells of men I saw walking around parking lots toting 500 pounds of gear while their wife tells them to hurry up while she is carrying a 12 pound baby. They just looked miserable.
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jusmax88 (08-07-2022)
#19
the NYC part might make me consider a 90 but who really drives in NYC.
i am sure the 90 will work but there is definitely better options.
when i rarely pick up my kids in my bmw coupe it’s a pain in the ***. sure they still get picked up but i can tell you the kids much rather ride in my 110
i am sure the 90 will work but there is definitely better options.
when i rarely pick up my kids in my bmw coupe it’s a pain in the ***. sure they still get picked up but i can tell you the kids much rather ride in my 110
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