I really like the jumpseats but Larry is right about it being an awkward
position for some people and not being as safe in a crash.  However, since I
have just two kids, I only occasionally carry more and the seats are perfect
for the Multivan configuration.  I can (and have) hauled a lot of stuff with
and without the jumpseats removed.  I also love the jumpseat near the window
when using the table.  Great for eating inside in bad weather or playing a
card or board game.  They are easy to get in and out and there is so much
room inside for camping when they're both out.  If I had a lot more kids who
might squabble about who gets to sit front and who sits backward or I
worried about their safety, it wouldn't work for me.  But as it stands, it
works for me.  Especially today when I (unexpectedly) was asked to give
three more kids a ride to Kids day at the Acura Classic. (Women's tennis)
They're great in a pinch and the "facing eachother set-up" got kids who
didn't know eachother talking quickly.

Debra Clark
Santee, California
clark10006@cox.net