About the Spirit
The Spirit™ Car Seat gives parents of a child or young adult with special needs the everyday safety of a traditional car seat, plus clinical-level positioning support. A memory foam back and seat keep riders comfortable, and it fits a wide range of weights (25–130 lbs) and heights (up to 5'6"), so one seat grows with your child. Its open-shell design with optional swing-away hip and trunk supports and abductor makes transfers easier.
✓ Includes headrest & adjustable 5-point harness
Inspired by Drive · Speedway Gray (all-mesh) · Swing-away supports & abductor available in Spirit Plus package
Drive Medical Spirit Car Seat Features
Modern Design
A modern design combination of black and gray mesh that keeps riders cool and comfortable.
Positioning Support
Includes a headrest and adjustable 5-point harness. Add swing-away hip and trunk supports and an abductor for optimal positioning.
Memory Foam Comfort
A memory foam back support and seating area create a comfortable, cradling ride for every trip.
Grows With Your Child
Fits 25–130 lbs and heights up to 5'6", so one seat supports your child as they grow.
Special Needs Car Seat Specifications
| Model | Product Weight | Weight Capacity | Max Height | Back Height | Seat Depth | Shoulder Width | Seat-to-Back Angle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Standard | 27 lbs. | 25–130 lbs. | 66" | 28" | 12" | 18" | 98° |
| Spirit w/ Seat Extender | 28 lbs. | 25–130 lbs. | 66" | 28" | 16" | 18" | 98° |
Shoulder harness heights: 11", 13.5", 16", 18.5", 20.5", 23.5" (min. shoulder height 10") · Warranty: 1-Year Limited.
Adaptive Car Seat Measurement Guide
Weight Capacity: 25 – 130 lbs
Max Height: up to 66" (5'6")
Back Height: 28"
Seat Depth: 12" (16" with Extender)
Seat Weight: 27 – 28 lbs
Pediatric Positioning Car Seat Video
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Spirit APS Car Seat Accessories
Seat Depth Extender
Increases seat depth to 16" for a longer, more supportive seating position.
Item # CSS-R2425
Incontinence Cover
Water-resistant cover that protects the car seat from bladder/bowel discharge.
Item # CSS-A2405x
Buckle Guard
A plastic cover that keeps a child from engaging the release button of the 5-point harness.
Item # ZZ-A2075
Retainer Clip Guard
A plastic cover that keeps a child from disengaging the chest clips.
Item # CSZ-A2085
Bolt-In Hardware Kit
Required on vehicles made before 2002 to properly secure the car seat into the vehicle.
Item # CSS-A2031
3" Extensor Thrust Wedge
A foam wedge that helps a child who needs assistance leaning back into the seat.
Item # CSS-A2455
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Spirit Car Seat by Drive Medical Buyer’s Guide
The Spirit Car Seat by Drive Medical is a specialized adaptive seating system designed to provide maximum postural support and crash-tested safety for children and young adults with special needs. Engineered to accommodate users weighing 25 to 130 pounds and up to 66 inches in height, this car seat combines essential clinical positioning with the familiar convenience of a standard vehicle safety seat.
Optimal Postural and Positioning Support
The Spirit Car Seat features an array of adjustable support components, including contoured memory foam backrest and seating pads that help reduce pressure points, fatigue, and skin breakdowns during travel. For users with moderate to complex positioning requirements, options like swing-away trunk and hip supports, padded headwings, and an abductor maintain proper body alignment.
Spirit Car Seat by Drive Medical Low-Profile Transfer Design
Designed with low-profile shell sides, the Spirit Car Seat makes transfers significantly easier for parents and caregivers. The open-shell architecture reduces lifting strain when moving a child in and out of the vehicle while offering ample space for varying shoulder widths.
Extended Growth Accommodations
Built to adapt as your child grows, the car seat features six adjustable shoulder harness heights ranging from 11 to 23.5 inches. An optional seat depth extender expands the seating area from 12 to 16 inches, eliminating the need to purchase a new adaptive seat as physical proportions change.
Recline Bar for Enhanced Trunk Control
Equipped with a standard 98° seat-to-back angle, the Spirit seat also includes an optional recline bar that adjusts the tilt up to 30 degrees. This feature provides extra head and upper-body control for individuals with severe head lag or weak trunk tone.
Special Needs Safety and Security Features
Engineered and crash-tested to meet FMVSS #213 standards, the car seat keeps users secure using a heavy-duty 5-point safety harness. For children who tend to disengage seat buckles during rides, specialized accessories like a buckle guard and retainer clip guard can be added for extra security.
Spirit Adaptive Car Seat Easy Care Fabrics
Constructed with latex-free and silicone-free materials, the car seat padding is safe for users with sensitive skin or allergies. The durable cover is fully removable and machine-washable, ensuring effortless cleanup following spills or daily wear.
Spirit Car Seat by Drive Medical Review
The Spirit Car Seat by Drive Medical offers a versatile, reliable, and secure transportation solution for families caring for individuals with special positioning requirements. With its impressive weight range, growth-friendly design, and comprehensive positioning accessories, it provides long-term value, comfort, and peace of mind on every journey.
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Inspired by Drive warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship. Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repair or replacement of any part or entire unit at our option for a period of one year from date of delivery to the original purchaser. The warranty does not include cost of inconvenience, property damage, misuse, abuse, crash or similar incidents. The warranty will not apply if product has been tampered with or repaired by unauthorized individuals.
