[LEVY]

The main feature of Chrysler minivans is the "Stow and Go" seating. So I would suggest not buying one with the so-called "Luxury "seating until you test one with Stow and Go.

With Stow and Go, you can be away from home when suddenly need to get rid of a seat or two, all you have to do is "stow" them in and you are set to load your vehicle with whatever you need. If your van is equipped with "Luxury" seating, what you are going to do?

In my opinion, most people buy Chrysler vehicles because of the Stow and Go feature, very few actually choose Luxury seating, some buy one with Luxury seating because that van they liked it was already equipped with those seats, they will later regreat not buying Stow and Go.

Very few actually prefer Luxury seats, so I would advise to test both options. I already owned both, will never buy another without Stow and Go unless Stow and Go is not available any more. Even on a long trip, I doubt your passengers will complaint that Stow and Go seats are uncomfortable. I also hardly doubt, passengers on "Luxury" seats will applaud you for having "Luxury" seats, they will just not notice it, unless you tell them.

 

[LEVY]

4th Gen. vans have a more comfortable ride than 5th Gen. vans, regardless, no doubt about it. For long trips, I still prefer my 4th gen. van, and I always ride at the front!

 

[LEVY]

Wow, I couldn't disagree more..


I can count on one hand the amount of times I have removed the second row seats in the 22 years I have had me 1994 van. Which is equipped with "Quad seats" as they were called back then, they are second row buckets the same size as the front seats.

Again, I know you ordered your vehicle with those seats, but you already had experience with stow and go, for a first timer, it is better to try both before making a commitment.


We PURPOSELY ordered our van with these seats, I wasn't a mistake. We have never regretted it.



My wife and daughter CHOSE these seats hands down over the Sto n Go and ride in our second row for weeks at a time when we travel.
While I might not get actual applause from the back seat, they do appreciate the "luxury" feel.

Yes, I know. I believe you are one of those few who purposely ordered those seats, and are happy.

But, to be realistic, over 90% of the owners prefer Stow and Go seating.

I remember myself pulling those seats "very often" to make room for other stuff. I'm constantly on the road, often buy interesting stuff I find during a trip, all I have to do is stow those seats to make room. Some people never have to remove seats for any reason, then those "Luxury" seats or a bench seat for that matter would be ok.

So far, I had not a single complaint regarding my seats.

 

[LEVY]

There are others.. see posts 2,9,11.
http://forum.chryslerminivan.net/sh...ad.php/25497-Second-Row-Fixed-Buckets-with-Third-Row-Stow?highlight=row+buckets

Those two guys were very upset with those seats that they already left the forum!

Anyways, that makes three of you, maybe four with shipo, out of how many members on this forum?

 

[LEVY]

Guess you're not in your late fifties in the midst of a 200+ mile running relay race with only five other teammates.

Actually I am. With a handicap card hanging on my mirror! Maybe that is the main reason why I hate removing those bulky seats.

 

[LEVY]

You all act like all of the van owners are on this forum. We represent about .0001% of all the units in service. Many people use the middle seats for kids in car seats and boosters, so seat comfort doesn't mean diddly poo to them. Much rather have the ability to quickly and easily stow the seats on the occasion it is necessary. You could also put the kids or adults in the third row, stow the middle seats, and have tons of room for the dog and other stuff.

Calm down!

Some times we just need to have some fun. We already know the numbers.

 

[LEVY]

Hmmm, cool idea; add new team types to the RTB relay which include all wheelchair, or wheelchair/runner hybrid teams. For the 12-person teams each person runs (or wheels) somewhere between 12 and 22 miles over a ~30 hour period, spread out across 3 legs (depends upon the individual's assigned leg set); for the 6-person teams, double the mileage and leg numbers.

http://www.rtbrelay.com/

:thumb:

If I'm allowed to take my All Terrain vehicle.....

 

[LEVY]

Are the floor panels the same between lux and s&g? Could you buy the lux van and swap seats?

Floor covers are a little different, you will need to replace floor covers too.