I've been thinking about trading in my STI for a more "family" car like the Accord or Camry every since my son was born. Would you think the STI's stiff suspension would be bad for a newborn? Would it be too jarring for him? I'm trying to justify keeping the STI.

 

As long as you drive responsibly with the kid in the car, and use the appropriate type of car seat you'll be fine. Just save the canyon carving for times when the kid is with his mother.

 

i dont think so.....both my kids(1 new born and 1 toddler) have rode in my car with no problems and i have sti pinks on mine. since your from hawaii like me I would be concerned about pot holes in any car.

 

I think this question should also be asked of the baby's physician. I'm concerned about all the nasty pot holes we have here.

Anyone else here have had their baby/kid in their STI?

 

Moved thread from EJ25 Turbo engine forum.

A lot of perceived ride quality depends on the local road conditions. In some places back east where it snows a lot, the roads get eaten up by salt or big trucks and must be constantly repaired. Do your local streets have problems with ruts and potholes?

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I guess if we'd take it slow over the potholes and bumps it should be okay.

 

Oh yaaa, Honolulu is the pothole state.

 

Toyota Highlander

 

Actually, your newborn will probably sleep like a rock in your STi. A lot of infants seem to be happier in a slightly harsh, noisy, vibration prone car than in a quiet smooth one. If it was me, I would just get some 17s with a nice squishy tire like Falken Ziex 512s, and you'll be surprised how well it rides.

 

I Have A New Born And He Sleeps In My Car!! First He Crys At Home Then I Take Him For A Ride And He Sleeps!!!!!!

 

I have a week old son who slept like the dead in my STI when I took him to the doc yesterday. I do not think the car matters so much as the driver does.

 

Put a little 'full face' helmet on the new one and DRIVE! It will also muffle the crying :rotfl:

 

i use my sti for my baby

 

I hope my flexes wont be too harsh for my daughter.

 

my nephew sleeps better in my WRX than he does in his parents scion tC. Which rides alot smoother, is alot quieter, and more comfy than my car. I drive insanely slow with him in the car but he likes when i rev the motor, hes gunna be the man some day.