Emma179 Posted May 19, 2009 Report Posted May 19, 2009 Hi all, I am new to this forum. We are considering buying a Galaxy shortly 05 or 06 diesel 1.9. We were just wondering about the seats and what different models can do. Specifically whether the two back rows can slide forward and back or not and which models have swivel seats. Thanks in advance. Emma Quote
big wheel Posted May 19, 2009 Report Posted May 19, 2009 Hi all, I am new to this forum. We are considering buying a Galaxy shortly 05 or 06 diesel 1.9. We were just wondering about the seats and what different models can do. Specifically whether the two back rows can slide forward and back or not and which models have swivel seats. Thanks in advance. Emma Hi Emma,Welcome to the mad house, I've got a 2005 1.9 tdi Ghia. So anything you want too know, just ask. All the seats in the middle row and the back row all slide and tilt. You can remove the back two for holiday luggage or remove all five and the space is huge. On my Ghia model the two front seats swivel right around, so you can fold the middle seats down like a table, it's great when you go to race meetings. If you go looking for a Galaxy, try to get one with the highest spec's, mine has the swivel heated seats,climate control,sat/nav and chrome pack. They are out there, it just takes a bit of looking. Make sure you get it inspected by somebody like the AA, because like all modern cars they have their favourite problems. Make sure the air/con and electrics all work and the wipers move at all speeds, plus check under the passengers carpet for damp, some are prone to leaks and sometimes the rear screenwasher pipe disconnects, it run down that side. Quote
Emma179 Posted May 21, 2009 Author Report Posted May 21, 2009 Hi all, I am new to this forum. We are considering buying a Galaxy shortly 05 or 06 diesel 1.9. We were just wondering about the seats and what different models can do. Specifically whether the two back rows can slide forward and back or not and which models have swivel seats. Thanks in advance. Emma Hi Emma,Welcome to the mad house, I've got a 2005 1.9 tdi Ghia. So anything you want too know, just ask. All the seats in the middle row and the back row all slide and tilt. You can remove the back two for holiday luggage or remove all five and the space is huge. On my Ghia model the two front seats swivel right around, so you can fold the middle seats down like a table, it's great when you go to race meetings. If you go looking for a Galaxy, try to get one with the highest spec's, mine has the swivel heated seats,climate control,sat/nav and chrome pack. They are out there, it just takes a bit of looking. Make sure you get it inspected by somebody like the AA, because like all modern cars they have their favourite problems. Make sure the air/con and electrics all work and the wipers move at all speeds, plus check under the passengers carpet for damp, some are prone to leaks and sometimes the rear screenwasher pipe disconnects, it run down that side. Thanks for your comprehensive answer! Will be looking out for a bargain then :angry2:Emma Quote
jkspoff Posted May 21, 2009 Report Posted May 21, 2009 Yep totally agree with bigwheel, go for minimum spec Ghia with the extras, second hand values aren't a lot more with full spec. The sivel seats are good for family picnics, but can be a bit fiddly for the drivers side, with haveing to manoevre it around the steering wheel, but as mentioned above the flexibility is superb. Quote
Lyle Waters Posted May 21, 2009 Report Posted May 21, 2009 My only criticism with the Galaxy's seats are the size and weight of them when physically removing them form the car. The space left behind is excellent though. Had mine for 5+ years now, still love it. Quote
Joey Posted May 21, 2009 Report Posted May 21, 2009 My only criticism with the Galaxy's seats are the size and weight of them when physically removing them form the car. The space left behind is excellent though. Had mine for 5+ years now, still love it. Have to agree with the weight on the seats but then again the money you'll save in gym membership will help towards the garage bills when it goes wrong. Also I have a 2002 ghia spec with the sports seats. These don't come with the swivel option or the heating pads but are so much more comfortable and supportive than the standard ones I had in my Mk1. Quote
Lyle Waters Posted May 22, 2009 Report Posted May 22, 2009 (edited) ...... will help towards the garage bills when it goes wrong. ... Touch wood, outside normal servicing costs and tyres/brakes, I have had no problems till now - AIRCON.... urrg gonna get the ball rolling on that one at the end of the month... Edited May 22, 2009 by Lyle Waters Quote
Emma179 Posted May 26, 2009 Author Report Posted May 26, 2009 Hi all, I am new to this forum. We are considering buying a Galaxy shortly 05 or 06 diesel 1.9. We were just wondering about the seats and what different models can do. Specifically whether the two back rows can slide forward and back or not and which models have swivel seats. Thanks in advance. Emma Thanks for all the replies. Some useful information here. Emma Quote
davec Posted May 30, 2009 Report Posted May 30, 2009 If you go for the Ford DVD /Headrest monitors the seats dont swivel,at least mine dont but the kids are quieter Quote
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