The pattern is a black/brown checker (see below.) The fabric has some faint sun-fading that you can see if you look closely, but the fabric itself in in great condition. It fits kids 5 to 65 pounds and works both rear and forward facing. You can use it from birth to about age 5! This seat is one of the highest quality seats available on the market today, and sells online for about $300. Here are all of the products details on Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/Britax-Boulevard-TSIP-Convertible-Seat/dp/B001B158CM/ref=amb_link_7674702_3?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=hero-quick-promo&pf_rd_r=0AWJW77Y4YQNAXPMCBNN&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_p=448100101&pf_rd_i=B000A1ELMW Original manual included. Model # E9L5798 Location: Summerlin it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests Location: Summerlin it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests nevada