Again I do appreciate everyone's concern but as I mentioned I felt that there are used carseats sold on this very website, some by techs some not, so if I would be comfortable buying a used carseat here then why not.
This difference being, the people on this very web site know how to take care of car seats, what to do and not to do.
87% of all car seats are used incorrectly. I would take that to mean they don't know that they can't wash the straps, or take that part off, etc.
When doing car seat clinic, no one, yes no one is using their car seats correctly in my area. They are surprised when I tell them that straps can not be washed, to turn in the registration, expiration, rear facing past a year, etc, etc.
So, not trying to be rude in any way, please, don't take it that way, but you are trusting the life of your child to a stranger. Glad you are getting it replaced soon! When you destroy the car seat, sell the cover. I know people would be happy to buy it and it is safe to continue to use.