Would you Drive this oh what's the word, oh yeah CAR?

cars · Post by **cars** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 2:28 am

It's official, The "Smart" is coming to the USA! It is supposed to be the ideal

"City" car, as it is quite nimble & gets 58mpg. (Suprising, I would have thought something that small should get better milage than that) :wah:

I think I would "Rent" one, just for giggles & s*its, but certainly not "Buy" one!

I also think it's way over priced, & will be competing against the economical Sentras, Civics, Hundyas that cost much less. :rolleyes:

2008 Smart ForTwo

Base price: $25,000 (est.)

Engine: 1.0-liter three-cylinder, 84 hp/88 lb-ft

Transmission: Five-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive

Length x width x height: 105 x 61 x 60 in

Wheelbase: 73 in

Curb weight: 1653 lb

Fuel economy: 50 mpg (est.)

Safety equipment: Anti-lock brakes, stability control and brake assist; dual front airbags (head and thorax bags optional in Europe; est. standard in U.S.)

Major standard equipment: Remote central locking; panoramic roof; audio system

Warranty: Four years/50,000 miles bumper to bumper

Rosette · Post by **Rosette** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 2:32 am

To me this car says

'Warning female driver who cant really drive or park'!

So I have never felt the urge to go buy one!

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 2:34 am

the thing is over here ,its so small its easy to park, and we pay more tax per cc, id never get in one mainly coz i'm too big but if you had a head on crash with a bumble be you would probably come off worst

cars · Post by **cars** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 2:37 am

It seems like this car is just like a covered "Go-Cart"! It's only a tad bigger.:wah:

But I bet it does "park" easily in "tight" spots!

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 2:38 am

Wendybird;561867 wrote: I must admit I don't like the Smart original but I LOVE the smart Sports Roadster!

I want it in yellow and black!

Was going to post a pic but Photobucket is off at the mo! :-5

watch out for bird pooop:wah: :wah:

cars · Post by **cars** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 2:42 am

jimbo;561864 wrote: the thing is over here ,its so small its easy to park, and we pay more tax per cc, id never get in one mainly coz i'm too big but if you had a head on crash with a bumble be you would probably come off worst

If you were ever in a "Head-On" crash in that little bugger, they would just push it off to the side of the road & put a headstone in front of it, & that would be your final resting place! :wah: :p :rolleyes:

Galbally · Post by **Galbally** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 3:02 am

Its a city thing, like a scooter, its practical for a huge, tight city like London, though personally I would prefer a different city car like a mini, or just a ford focus for the city something small and nippy. But whatever about the size of these little fellas they make a lot more sense than someone driving a 3.5 litre 18 foot long Toyota Landcruiser, a 5 liter 24 foot long, 8 foot wide Humvee, or a 3.9 Litre turbocharged Land Rover down the kings road in Chelsea every day to go to Harvey Nicks and buy necklaces and truffles, which they put in a little box in the cathedral sized boot, thats stupid. Those cars are designed for long journeys, wars, and obviously for driving in fields, not going to school in Knightsbridge, but what can you do, people want to show how rich and obnoxious they are I guess.

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 3:05 am

I did consider buying one because I wanted something a bit different for work and was going to have my shop's name signwritten on it - didn't get one in the end because it only has two seats so it wouldn't have been much use outside of work. Bought a KA instead. In green

Rapunzel · Post by **Rapunzel** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 3:11 am

Soberano;561875 wrote: A really nice compact little car from the Mercedes group, ideal for shopping and very nippy. Only thing is you need two, one for each foot.

:wah:

You know how cars normally park - nose to tail? I saw one of these the other day that was parked in a bay sideways - and it fitted perfectly! :wah:

No more parallel parking - just reverse in! Brilliant! :wah:

saffy · Post by **saffy** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 3:15 am

I've driven the roadster and it was nice.

The original SMART car we hired whenwe went to Rome and it was brilliant.

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 3:53 am

Soberano;561875 wrote: A really nice compact little car from the Mercedes group, ideal for shopping and very nippy. Only thing is you need two, one for each foot.

i thought they were called roller skates mate:wah: :wah:

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 3:56 am

Rapunzel;561897 wrote:

You know how cars normally park - nose to tail? I saw one of these the other day that was parked in a bay sideways - and it fitted perfectly! :wah:

No more parallel parking - just reverse in! Brilliant! :wah:

just noticed this you beat me to it rap :-6

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 4:49 am

While in England I drove a Mini, Mayfair I think. They're nothing like the Minis here in the US. A go-kart with a windshield. I could adjust the passenger door mirror from the driver's seat. the seats were removable foam cushions on metal frames. To adjust the seat, I had to get out and lift it slightly then slide forward or back. It took forever to find the battery; it was under the back seat cushion, which explained why it had a back seat at all, I guess.

I have to say, it was loads of fun to drive.

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 4:54 am

Accountable;562009 wrote: While in England I drove a Mini, Mayfair I think. They're nothing like the Minis here in the US. A go-kart with a windshield. I could adjust the passenger door mirror from the driver's seat. the seats were removable foam cushions on metal frames. To adjust the seat, I had to get out and lift it slightly then slide forward or back. It took forever to find the battery; it was under the back seat cushion, which explained why it had a back seat at all, I guess.

I have to say, it was loads of fun to drive.

20 years ago I learnt to drive in a mini (an old one then!) - it was mustard brown and had switches for lights, indicators etc on the dashboard not on stalks - great fun to drive and very reliable!

Patsy Warnick · Post by **Patsy Warnick** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 9:14 am

I can see that this car would be ideal for Paris, London etc. very congested areas.

My neighbor has one - I believe he pulls it behind his Motorhome for trips. cute.

Its great for short trips & running around - I couldn't imagine it on the freeways next to a big rig. I had a Volkswagon Bug for years and that was scary enough.

Patsy

sunny104 · Post by **sunny104** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 9:18 am

I wouldn't. I'd be claustrophobic in there! Plus, I prefer more manly looking cars. :p :wah:

Indian Princess · Post by **Indian Princess** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 9:19 am

I agree with Rosette

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Tue Feb 27, 2007 10:08 am

Wendybird;562339 wrote: This is the Roadster version that I want :-4 And I want it in the same colour as well!

Vroooooom Vroooooooooooom! :wah:

Whoo whoo ne ner, spelling Police here madam, do you mean Roadster by any chance, or was you planning to put your chicken in the vehicle?

cars · Post by **cars** » Fri Mar 02, 2007 3:56 am

Wendybird;562339 wrote: This is the Roadster version that I want :-4 And I want it in the same colour as well!

Vroooooom Vroooooooooooom! :wah:

Have to admit, it does look cute, & like it would be fun to drive!:)

Tater Tazz · Post by **Tater Tazz** » Fri Mar 02, 2007 4:28 am

Wendybird;562339 wrote: This is the Roadster version that I want :-4 And I want it in the same colour as well!

Vroooooom Vroooooooooooom! :wah:

that's cute!

cars · Post by **cars** » Fri Mar 02, 2007 3:26 pm

Wendybird;565589 wrote: I plan on having a test drive in a couple of weeks. Will let you know the outcome.

I think I will either love it hate it lol.

I just put unleaded regular "gas" in my car today, to the tune of $2.60/gal!

And it only gets about 22/23mpg. So if you do get that little beauty, it is advertised to get close to "60"mpg, that will certainly be a pleasing attribute when at the gas station!