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‘The 3D Pram System’ is definitely not the greatest name that has ever been thought of but funnily enough the Pram System part of the name really does tell you what this is.

3D Pram System

One to consider

For something that does almost everything

Expert review

This is a pushchair that lays flat, is suitable from birth, faces both ways and is car seat compatible. It does all of this in style, bringing the Silver Cross name into the 21st Century.

Let’s start at the beginning. The 3D starts out laying flat with the baby facing rearwards. In this mode there is a mattress and liner which gives it the look and feel of a carrycot and cocoons the baby nicely. Silver Cross has added a ‘Soft Wrap’ to be used in this mode which is like a padded harness and finishes the lie-flat mode off nicely.

For the next stage, the mattress and liner are discarded to reveal the pushchair seat which can be adjusted to any of four positions from lay-flat to upright. As soon as you are ready, the 3D’s seat can be converted from rearward facing to forward facing in a matter of moments and the baby will be facing forward ready for a new experience.

The pushchair itself is not the lightest on the market but you have to bear in mind what you are carrying. The wheels are of a good size, and have independent suspension all round with the front wheels swivelling and lockable when required. The handle height is adjustable making this suitable for anyone who wants to push. The hood has a zip to remove the bottom section, the remainder is utilised as a sun canopy in the warmer months. A raincover and large shopping basket are also included.

There is, however, an issue with the 3D when it's in the 'pram' mode in that the foot end of the seat unit extends to a point where it may be uncomfortable to push. So before making a decision about this one, make sure that you push it in the store with the pushchair set up in 'pram' mode.

Folding is easy; once folded the 3D is compact and can be free-standing if required.

As a travel system, the 3D will take the Silver Cross Ventura Car Seat. All in all, this is an excellent pushchair that can genuinely take a baby from birth up to three to four years.

THE LOW-DOWN

How practical?
Very

Defining Features – Lay-flat reversible pushchair from birth
Car boot size: Medium
Upsides – A genuine ‘from birth’ all-in-one travel solution
Downsides – None
Key considerations – The only consideration is to think of a reason why not
Ease of use – Easy
Budget – £300
Accessories to considerchanging bag & Footmuff

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> Title: 3D Pram System
> Brand: Silver Cross
> RRP: £300
> Age group: From Birth
> Weight: 10.3 kg
> Car seat compatible: Yes
> Carrycot compatible: No
> Width closed: 40 cm

> Height closed: 40 cm
> Length closed: 102 cm
> Width open: 53 cm
> Height open: 100 cm
> Length open: 95 cm
> Wheel size:
> Terrain: City Parks Urban
> Extending handles: Yes

> Extending range: 100-104 cm
> Boot size: Compact
> Facing parent: Parent and forward facing
> Raincover included: Yes
> Separate chassis: No
> Genuine lie-flat: Yes
> Travel: Yes

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13.10.2008 | Name: SusieA
Rating:
 
 9|10

I looked at hundreds of prams and pushchairs before deciding on the 3D. I ended up buying the new Tokyo Denim colour and on arrival it looked fab! It doesn't disappoint either as i've been very happy with it (my baby is now 9 weeks). My baby didn't really like lying flat so I changed the 3D into a pushchair after only 7 weeks and she is sooo comfortable in it. I think the pram liner would probably have lasted her another few months if she wasn't so nosey and it did look very comfortable. I find the 3D easy to push, easy to fold, small enough to fit in my car boot easily and the basket is adequate for storage. The only slight complaint I have is that the brake doesn't seem to be very strong so i'm careful where I leave it. My husband would also like to add that the handles are not high enough for him even though they adjust. He is 6ft3 though! I know it's only been 9 weeks but i'm delighted with the 3D.

05.09.2008 | Name: rls101
Rating:
 
 5|10

I bought this pram after reading some good reviews and believing that a Silver Cross product would be really sturdy and last well. But after six months, out of the blue, it no longer folds or opens properly as part of the back frame has warped. I called the shop we bought it from and was told that this happens a lot, but it is my fault for not opening/folding it correctly. If it happens so often, surely they should think about changing the design? It will now need repairing, otherwise it itsn't safe. Apart from that, it has been OK. In pram mode, it looked really snug, and it is fine to manoeuvre. Our baby is happy in it as a pushchair, he seems comfy. But - the car seat never looked very comfortable for our baby, we stopped using it after 4 months, the raincover is tricky to put on quickly, and it is heavy to lift in and out of car boot. Overall, I have been fairly disappointed, with hindsight, I would choose something else!

04.08.2008 | Name: angelamarie
Rating:
 
 10|10

I am seriously disappointed with my 3d! At first I thought that it was fantastic and I had so many comments on how lovely looking the pushchair is, however........ 6 months ago the hood ripped and had to be replaced it took 3 months (no joke!) to get it back to me. I had it back for 2 months then to my horror the back wheel fell off very nearly causing my son to fall out, it was sent off to be repaired no apology or explanation was given! Ihave just got it back and now the frame of the buggy has snapped again causing my son to hurt his hand. I have no demanded a refund as I cannot risk my son getting hurt again (what mother would?) Silver cross have not really taken us too seriously and I still dont know if we will get a refund. My advice is The 3d is brilliant at first but with a bit of use it may fail you I dont want to scare people off this pushchair as I was a big fan of it a year ago. Please just be careful!

06.06.2008 | Name: mummypippa
Rating:
 
 7|10

I purchased this pram as I wanted my baby to be able to lie down, rather than be all scrunched up in a car seat all the time. It is a beautiful looking pram, and very comfy for my daughter, espcially as she was only a 5 pounder I needed to know she was safe and kept warm. Unlike other reviews I did not have any problems with the hood on the pram. The problems I am finding with it is firstly, how heavy the pram is. Its not too bad with everything off it, however its just more hassle to completely take it apart and put it back together when ever we want to go out. Another problem we have noticed is that it seems to steer to one side and also the wheels have had problems. My daughter is only 8 weeks old and I am already finding the need to go out and get a new pushchair, as it is far too much trouble to carry around etc. It is a lovely pushchair as a pram, but I dread to think what it is like as your baby gets older from reading other reviews. Today I have put a deposit on the Icandy cherry as it is much more lightweight etc. I hope this review helps other people pick their pushchair.

08.05.2008 | Name: susan
Rating:
 
 5|10

I have this system. My baby is 12weeks old and already experiencing problems with folding my pram down. Yesterday something snapped on the bottom and my retailer told me It was my fault as it had been folded incorrectly susan

03.04.2008 | Name: busylizzie
Rating:
 
 6|10

I am generally happy with my pram. From birth I loved it as I was pushing a real pram around (well the closest I was going to get to a real pram), I didnt have a problem with the rain cover when the car seat was on as I took it to Mothercare and they showed me the easiest way for it to go on, and the basket holds enough when I pop to the shops. I am able to close the pram up with the rain cover still on as long as its rolled up around the handles. The only problem I do have with it is the steering, as my son is now 11 months and weights 23lbs I have to use both hands on the handle to turn round corners as its not too sturdey. But other than that I have been pleased with it.

04.03.2008 | Name: thomas2000
Rating:
 
 5|10

I was very happy with this buggy initially. It is great for a newborn baby and very comfortable. I had no problems for the first 5mths apat from the hood. I went back to mothercare who arranged for a new hood and this didn't fall down. My only issue is that it tis very heavy now my big boy is 10mth and i can't push with one hand.

03.03.2008 | Name: mags35
Rating:
 
 1|10

I have to agree with everything the two previous posters have said,very disapointed. I would like to add that the hood falls down a lot in pram mode, as i had my baby in the winter the hood was neccesary when going out but i found if it was a bit windy that i was holding the hood for fear that it would blow away!

03.03.2008 | Name: mags35
Rating:
 
 1|10

I too am very disapointed with this pram and have to agree with what the other two have said and would like to add that the hood constantly falls down when it is in pram mode. looks can be decieving.

20.02.2008 | Name: fostermim
Rating:
 
 2|10

i bought this prammette thinking it would be strong and last me but unfortuanately after only 8 months use it kept pulling of to the side so i took it to the babyshop and was told by the manager that it was a buckled frame and if sent to silvercross would cost me a lot for a new chassis as the garantee was now out so i had to scrap it i would not recomend this buggy just because it looks nice it will let you down the basket is not accessible either i had only used it at the local shop and never took it on grass or rough terrain we always transported it in the car to the shop so it hadnt been damaged through rough use

08.01.2008 | Name: tyrrell1775
Rating:
 
 2|10

I am very dissapointed with the Silvercross 3D pram, I deliberatly wanted to steer clear of the Mamas and Papas as where I live there is a certain snobbery, and you are nobody without a M&P. I Lokked at the Silvercross range and believed as they were the original pram makers i would not have a problem. The frame of the 3D is very light weight and flimsy, I am frighted for my older children to push the pram in case it topples over, the handles are turned inwards and when the carseat is attatched it is difficult to reach through the bars to your baby. The basket on the bottom of the pram is inaccessable, and the insructions clearly state do not hang anything of the handles, so what do i do with the changeing bag. The rain cover is cumbersome and the prame cant be closed with the cover attached. There is no rain cover available for the carseat, and thats another matter. The car seat is so large that it does not conform with my car, something that was not explained when i purchased the carseat. I could go on but hey all prospective purchasers STEER CLEAR.

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