Couple of things to look for:
- Buy brand new as new seat has newer and (sometimes) better technology. Further, old seat mean not knowing if the seat has been in an accident or recalled.

- Ensure it is JPMA-certified
http://www.jpma.org/index2.cfm?section=Programs&content=Certified#21

- Visit review websites like Consumer Reports and Epinions.com to find out general public opinions
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/index.htm
http://www.epinions.com/Car_Seats/adv_search_~1/pp_~1/sort_~rating/sort_dir_~des/sec_~product_list?search_string=baby+seat#list

Quick trip to epinions.com rates Chicco KeyFit 60414 Infant Car Seat - Explorer as five stars. You need to review the goods and the bads
http://www.epinions.com/reviews/Chicco_KeyFit_60414_Explorer
Source(s):
How to Select the Perfect Car Seat for Baby
http://www.parents.com/baby/gear/car-seats/how-to-select-baby-car-seat/

JPMA Certification Program
http://www.jpma.org/index2.cfm?section=Programs&content=Certified#21

Selecting the Best Car Seat for Your New Baby
http://www.diaperpin.com/articles/article_carseat1.asp

Car Seat Safety - Choosing and Fitting
This might not be applicable for resident of US but can be used as a guide
http://www.bbc.co.uk/insideout/westmidlands/series7/car_seat_choosing_fitti...

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