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1 hour ago, pipsyp said:

Just noted your point on the 3 child seats.  Not to burst the bubble but do be aware that the middle seat in the 2nd row only has a lap belt, not a 3 point harness so it really is no good for a child seat or high back booster.

 

The two main seats either side have full 3 point harnesses and they also have ISOFIX capability (just been out and checked)

Hiya, thanks for checking - have been out to check and spoken to dealer. We can put third in the third row and when we need boot space have an adult in lap seat belt middle seat and eldest up front. 

Thanks for all the advice and info. Have put deposit down today. Cheers guys. 

3 minutes ago, Rojie said:

 

Hello Huw,

 

I have a different model so cannot help you there, but ..

 

Why didn't you check for ISOFIX child seat latches on this second visit ?

Why didn't you ask the vendor ?

 

So, will you have a Gen 1 or Gen 2 vehicle ?

2008 was the changeover year.

 

I assume you have a Gen 1 version.

My answer only refers to the Gen 1 vehicle.

 

According to my copy of the JPNZ Owners Manual (every Gen 1 owner should have one) both the eight seater and the seven seater have ISOFIX child seat latches.

 

However, it appears that only the outer middle seats have the latches in the eight seater.

 

You really need to physically check the vehicle you hope to purchase

 

Take an ISOFIX child seat with you and observe it being fitted in all three middle seats.

 

Good Luck.

I did check as that’s sensible and asked the vendor who is checking out and getting back to me; but thought I’d double check here too. The middle seat only has a lap belt rather than 3 point seatbelt. That carries issues and was wondering if existing owners had thoughts or ideas. I’m rubbish at cars so asking a daft question I know. It’s is Gen 1 version. 
 

Both the 2 outer seats both have isofix. 

So been to see it again and almost purchased but I’m still unsure about 3 child seats on middle row - I couldn’t see how to securely fix a child seat - would really appreciate someone putting my mind at rest. Very thing else about the vehicle is perfect and I really want to buy. Thanks

5 hours ago, Richard Neale said:

Hi

I have a 2003 2.4 Hybrid with 86K miles and if driven sensibly it easily exceeds 30mpg and on long runs 40+mpg. If you drive it hard and or on lots of short runs then the fuel economy will certainly take a hit. It is a very comfortable vehicle to drive and travel in, we were fortunate enough to have a choice of 3 vehicles to use, the Alphard, a Toyota Auris Hybrid and Mazda MX5 RF. For longer runs our choice is always the Alphard as it is so much more comfortable on motorways, especially with the elevated driving position. It has two ISO fixings in the first row of back seats and none in the rear most, so we can accommodate our 2 young grandchildren.  (I suspect the 2008 model is the same.) It may be possible to fit an adapter from behind the centre seat to provide the ISO fixing points, but you would need to satisfy yourself that this would provide the level of anchorage needed for the safety of your child.

I hope this helps.

Hi thanks Richard really helpful. 

Thanks I’ll seek that out. 

Thanks Liam, appreciate the time, 18 is a lot lower than I was anticipating. But the space the vehicle gives is hard to beat 

Hi,

im 90% certain I want a 2.4l Aphard 2008. 8 seater. I have 2 lingering questions - what are the running costs like I’m trying to get a handle on fuel efficiency. And secondly on the second row I believe I can get 3 child seats (kids are 6,4 and due Oct) but am I right. Test drive one the other day and loved it. 
 

Thanks in advance.