Britax Marathon Car Seat Review

I bought this seat 3.5 years ago when my son finally outgrew his infant seat.  I was looking for safety and value.  In comparing the Marathon to others in it's price range, Britax was the only seat made to hold a child larger than 40 pounds.  At that point, a booster seat purchase would have to be made.  I felt the Britax was made with superior materials and for the price, was a bargain. 

My son's been in his seat for 3.5 years and only now am I considering replacing his seat cover.  It's elastic around the edges is only now just beginning to loose it's elasticity and slide down.  I just wish I could buy a new cover in a store.

When Britax had a recall of the adjuster strap, I was notified that a strap would arrive at my house by a particular date.  It arrived earlier than stated.  The replacement instructions were easy to read and understand. 

I believe Britax is the best made carseat on the market and would recommend it to anyone with a child under 65 pounds.  I love that I will be able to keep him in the 5 point harness for so long.  When my son reaches that weight, I may have had to replace it due to expiring already but I will have kept him safe for as long as possible.