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The Buzz is the futuristic looking pushchair with the innovative 'gas cylinder' un-folding mechanism. The leader in the latest trend of 'Blokey' pushchairs the Buzz is constructed from large brushed metal tubing with the now obligatory 'soft touch' rubber handlebar. But what does it have to offer.........
Expert review
With a seat unit that is only suitable from about six months, the Dreami Carrycot is really a 'must' to be able to use this from birth. Although it is compatible, don't be encouraged to add the Maxi-Cosi CabrioFix car seat as a pushchair from birth as a newborn baby should be in a position that is as flat as possible and the car seat is far from the ideal position - certainly for the first few months.
Having said that, The Buzz is a fully loaded and funky looking pushchair which should last for several years. You start out using the Dreami Carrycot (optional) which comes complete with a mosquito net, raincover, mattress, blanket and wind protector. This will last for the first few months until the baby is ready for the pushchair.
The seat itself is fitted and removed easily and can face either direction and has three reclining positions. The footrest is adjustable and the bumper-bar can either be opened or removed. The double front wheel swivels whilst the all-round suspension makes the ride smooth and comfortable. There is a generous height adjustment on the handlebar to accommodate whoever is pushing.
The Buzz is a very different looking and highly functional pushchair but it's most interesting feature can't actually be seen! The Buzz folds with a hissing sound as you squash the chassis together. To open it up again you release the locking catch and simply tap the handlebar in an upward direction. The gas sprung cylinder does the rest. Not just a gimmick, it works and works well.
There's a good deal of thought that has gone into this one and it's well worth a look. The Buzz comes complete with the 'Buzz Box' - a clip on bag at the rear of the chassis and an 'All Weather Set' which consists of a mosquito net, wind stopper and raincover.
From Autumn 2007 the Buzz will be available as either a 3 or 4 wheel model as with its sister pushchair the Maxi-Cosi Mura.
From October 2007 the Buzz will be supplied with two seat units. The second seat will be longer and will accommodate a 2 1/2 - 3 year old. It has been noted that the original seat can be outgrown by a taller baby due to the fixed position of the harness. It is expected that at some point in the future Quinny will revert to only one seat which is likely to be the longer version.
THE LOW-DOWN
How practical? – With a pushchair seat suitable from birth this would be much more practical, until then......
Defining Features? – Folding mechanism is operated by gas cylinder
Who is it for? – Shoppers and Walkers in the Park and around Town
Car boot size – Medium
Upsides – Futuristic looks and great to fold and un-fold
Downsides – pushchair is not suitable from birth
Key considerations – Don't use the car seat to turn this into a pushchair for a newborn
Ease of use – Very easy and lots of fun
Budget – £330
Optional accessories – Footmuff, CabrioFix car seat, Shopping Basket and Parasol
Fact File
Top> Title: Buzz
> Brand: Quinny
> RRP: £330
> Age group: From 6 months
> Weight: 12.8 kg
> Car seat compatible: Yes
> Carrycot compatible: Yes
> Width closed: 60 cm
> Height closed: 20 cm
> Length closed: 80 cm
> Width open: 60 cm
> Height open: 101 cm
> Length open: 86 cm
> Wheel size:
> Terrain: City Parks Urban
> Extending handles: Yes
> Extending range: 101-109 cm
> Boot size: Compact
> Facing parent: Parent and forward facing
> Raincover included: Yes
> Separate chassis: Yes
> Genuine lie-flat: No
> Travel: No

I own the quinny buzz 2008 4 wheel and got this when it first come out in january baby was born in april so has only been getting used now for 6 months the look of the pram is really nice and when i first took it out loads of people stopped me and asked where i got it from but after about 4 months the quinny logo started to come off the handle bars plus the wheels at the back are far to big when out and about shopping and has now started making a terrible creaking noise when pushing the pram. i have e-mailed quinny regarding this and have had no reply I am really disapointed over all with everything as i really fell in love with this pram and bought every accesorie possible to go with it so i really did spend a bit of money on this and now i am looking to buy a pushchair which i didn't really want to do until the baby was about one so if you are going for looks i would say yes but be prepeared to get a new pram quickly.