Avoiding used car seats is a very wise idea. There are few exceptions to this rule. The only time you should even consider the idea is if you know the people you are getting the seat from. If you can trust them to tell you the truth about the seats condition you might consider the used seat.
You need to understand that car accidents can damage a car seat in ways that are not visible to the human eye. But the accident can damage the structural integrity of the whole seat. Buying a used seat like this is putting you’re your ones life in danger.
Another hazard with used child safety seats is that you may not be able to determine if all the parts are there. Even if you do realize something is missing it could be rather difficult to locate a replacement part.
With the advent of eBay and other auction sites, the buying and selling of used items is a very busy activity. But you should be even more caution buying a used car seat on eBay because you can not even look at it and you do not know the seller.
Do not make the mistake of risking your child’s life over a used car seat. The only purpose of a car seat is safety. If you compromise that safety factor with a risky seat, then what have you accomplished.
I would suggest buying a new car seat to every parent. A very safe seat would be a Britax car seats. The safety of your child far outweighs the $20 you may save by getting a used car seat.
Car seats are like everything they can be stressed, weakened and broken. If your car seat of one you are considering buying has been involved in a car accident get a new one. Yes it costs some money to get another one but this sure is a much wiser move then risking a used one.
Unless you know the owner it is best to not purchase a used car seat. Why risk your child’s life? Oh, you might think it is a calculated risk; after all you will not get into an accident. That kind of thinking is where the problem begins. Be smart buy a new one!