Is R129 safe?
We highly recommend choosing a car seat that follows the r129 standard, since it is the safest and give guidelines on what car seat is suitable are based on a child’s length. Usually, parents are more aware of the length of their child than their weight. The easiest way to think of it is that i-size is an enhancement of r129. I-size focuses on ensuring that car seats fit safely into vehicles using isofix anchor points. Therefore, while all i-size car seats must comply with r129 standards, not all r129 car seats may be i-size compatible.R129 car seats undergo enhanced testing and have improved safety features, such as extra head and neck protection. R129 car seats are also designed provide better protection from side impacts and keep children rearward facing for longer.The easiest way to think of it is that i-Size is an enhancement of R129. I-Size focuses on ensuring that car seats fit safely into vehicles using ISOFIX anchor points. Therefore, while all i-Size car seats must comply with R129 standards, not all R129 car seats may be i-Size compatible.
Is the R129 a future classic?
Future Outlook The R129 is seen today as a highly desirable modern practical classic car. It commands a higher average price than its successor, the R230 SL, not least due to its mechanical simplicity. The value of the R129 has not declined for some considerable time. The 2003 to 2012 R230-Series SL is one of the least expensive ways into modern SL ownership, but it’s also the most problematic version. While a well-maintained R230 can be a bargain, pre-2008 cars are known for leaky roofs, rust, and problems with two very complex systems, ABC and SBC.