Another head turner

stevemr2 · 06-26-2007, 10:54 PM

Well, we just put a deposit down on the "Smartcar" which should be available in early 2008. Wonder if it will get as much attention from other drivers as the Sky?

jayman · 06-26-2007, 11:17 PM

Does it come in Bluestone?

ku4zs · 06-26-2007, 11:19 PM

I played around with the colors, and I could make one identical to my Sky. Mid Blue and silver around the windshield

stevemr2 · 06-26-2007, 11:24 PM

We went with black with the silver trim. Probably won't keep the car long at all....hopefully since they'll only be about 15000 of them I'll be able to flip it and make a couple grand. The deposit was only $99 and its fully refundable so I figured what the heck.....besides....I was so pissed it didn't come in bluestone so I know I won't keep it....

jayman · 06-26-2007, 11:29 PM

Do they come in base "entry-level" and RL versions?

...thought i saw where there was a convertible model as well

**reedred** · 06-26-2007, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by stevemr2

The deposit was only $99 and its fully refundable...

Maybe I'll put one down too. Do you think they'd take $75 and a case of Heineken?

GetAboutRL · 06-26-2007, 11:38 PM

If you read "Consumer Report" ... ya ... they were very negative on this car. But when I was in Europe I saw them everywhere.

**reedred** · 06-27-2007, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by reedred

Maybe I'll put one down too. Do you think they'd take $75 and a case of Heineken?

I didn't see an option for the Heineken. I did, however, put in a reservation for a black on black fortwo passion with red interior. It could turn out to be a fun way to keep the miles off my Sky, but if I don't want it, I'll just get my $100 back. If I end up hating it, it shouldn't be too hard to sell if the production numbers are that low. This could prove to be a fun little experiment!

Adam.Barb · 06-27-2007, 12:17 AM

Me two I ordered the same colors it looks fresh!
Here's one saw one on Google tinted.
Now this one i kno i cn afford! LMAO...

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Originally Posted by stevemr2

We went with black with the silver trim. Probably won't keep the car long at all....hopefully since they'll only be about 15000 of them I'll be able to flip it and make a couple grand. The deposit was only $99 and its fully refundable so I figured what the heck.....besides....I was so pissed it didn't come in bluestone so I know I won't keep it....

xmicro_Redline · 06-27-2007, 02:45 AM

Funny looking little car. It looks like the car stopped short and the rear end almost caught up with the front end!!

It will get attention for a VERY different reason. The very cute and ugly thing. Kind of like a pug, so ugly that it is cute.

Not for me, but a great commuter car for mid range commutes!

**JohnD** · 06-27-2007, 04:47 AM

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Originally Posted by reedred

Maybe I'll put one down too. Do you think they'd take $75 and a case of Heineken?

Bad plan. You're gonna need the Heineken after you see the thing parked in your driveway...

marlboromike · 06-27-2007, 06:12 AM

It's live the VW Beetle...it grows on u

GetAboutRL · 06-27-2007, 07:47 AM

Blue Sky · 06-27-2007, 08:31 AM

Will the roadster be far behind????

xmicro_Redline · 06-27-2007, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by marlboromike

It's live the VW Beetle...it grows on u

Like a Wart???

The Roadster is kind of cool though

**reedred** · 06-27-2007, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnD

Bad plan. You're gonna need the Heineken after you see the thing parked in your driveway...

Well, if it's too bad, maybe I'll send it to visit Spirit and the Ranger. It'll have the color scheme you love so much!

cruzned · 06-27-2007, 09:05 AM

I sat in the roadster in Detroit at the 2006 Woodward Dream Cruise last year and it was awesome! Not much power, but exceptionally safe and very good MPG. Unfortunately, it will not be coming to the US. I tried to order one and they said it would not make it to the USA ever. The Consumer Reports folks said the Smart for 2 is loud and underpowered. All I know is that in Nova Scotia 2 years ago I saw one pass my SSR going 90 MPH!!!!!! That got my attention. I also saw a video last year of a smart4two crash test where the car went 60 MPH headon into a concrete barrier. The cars doors still opened and the dummy sustained zero injuries. I know of no other car that can withstand that. the roll cage in the thing is like something out of NASCAR!!!!

As far as consumer rports goes, wait and see what they say about the SOL's and the Skys. I can bet it won't be flattering. They rarely are on AMERICAN CARS AND TRUCKS. My feeling is they are somewhat biased and opinionated and lean towards the foreign auto market for whatever reason they choose.

jrarant · 06-27-2007, 10:21 AM

Here is the convertable for the US

http://www.smartusa.com/smart-car-fortwo-cabrio.html

vstar · 06-27-2007, 11:13 AM

They are putting Busa engines in these

http://video.google.com/videoplay?do...arch&plindex=1

Sierra Shark · 06-27-2007, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by cruzned

I sat in the roadster in Detroit at the 2006 Woodward Dream Cruise last year and it was awesome! Not much power, but exceptionally safe and very good MPG. Unfortunately, it will not be coming to the US. I tried to order one and they said it would not make it to the USA ever. The Consumer Reports folks said the Smart for 2 is loud and underpowered. All I know is that in Nova Scotia 2 years ago I saw one pass my SSR going 90 MPH!!!!!! That got my attention. I also saw a video last year of a smart4two crash test where the car went 60 MPH headon into a concrete barrier. The cars doors still opened and the dummy sustained zero injuries. I know of no other car that can withstand that. the roll cage in the thing is like something out of NASCAR!!!!

As far as consumer rports goes, wait and see what they say about the SOL's and the Skys. I can bet it won't be flattering. They rarely are on AMERICAN CARS AND TRUCKS. My feeling is they are somewhat biased and opinionated and lean towards the foreign auto market for whatever reason they choose.

I have driven these in Europe and they are so much fun. Remember though that they were designed for two things, gas mileage and short commutes. The one I drove in Germany would easily do 95+ mph on the autobaun. Saw one that was in a wreck with a full size Mercedez. The Merc was totaled and the passengers had major injuries. The Smart had major damage as well but the cockpit area was intact and there were no injuries to either passenger.

That car has been sold in Europe for over 9 years and they have worked the bugs out long ago. Roger Penske's company will be the main importer of the car here and the "Captain" would not not touch a deal like this if he thought there would be problems. Like the Sky, it's major bang for the buck. Just remember you're not going to drive one of these from New York to California. Probabaly not even New York to Chicago. Bottom line, I'd buy one for a commuter car. Just my two cents.

06-26-2007, 10:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
stevemr2 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Lincolnton, NC Posts: 119 My Photos: (1)	Another head turner Well, we just put a deposit down on the "Smartcar" which should be available in early 2008. Wonder if it will get as much attention from other drivers as the Sky? Attached Thumbnails

06-26-2007, 11:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
jayman First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 1,830 My Photos: (0)	Does it come in Bluestone? __________________ Silver Graphite '07 : red interior, tint, chrome rims, li'l chromies, chrome wipers, chrome domes, chrome vanity,chrome valve stems, chrome antenna, chrome sack... "I must obey the inscrutable exhortations of my soul" C&H RED SOX NATION

06-26-2007, 11:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
ku4zs First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Spartanburg SC Posts: 276 My Photos: (0)	I played around with the colors, and I could make one identical to my Sky. Mid Blue and silver around the windshield __________________ Midnight Blue R/L Blk/Tan Auto Polished wheels MP3/CD player 6-disc #124999 3800: 1/24/07 Delivered: 3/24/07 Kappa CAI

06-26-2007, 11:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
jayman First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 1,830 My Photos: (0)	Do they come in base "entry-level" and RL versions? ...thought i saw where there was a convertible model as well __________________ Silver Graphite '07 : red interior, tint, chrome rims, li'l chromies, chrome wipers, chrome domes, chrome vanity,chrome valve stems, chrome antenna, chrome sack... "I must obey the inscrutable exhortations of my soul" C&H RED SOX NATION

06-26-2007, 11:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
GetAboutRL First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Capital District of New York Posts: 1,522 My Photos: (0)	If you read "Consumer Report" ... ya ... they were very negative on this car. But when I was in Europe I saw them everywhere. __________________ "Lucifer" is my name! Deposit:4-11-06 & Titled:11-28-06 SKY "Red Line" Silver Pearl, Black Wings on it's back, Bloody Red interior, Dejon intercooler/Solo Exhaust, Robert's screen. If you suddenly feel warm, it is just me passing through grinning!

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06-26-2007, 11:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
stevemr2 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Lincolnton, NC Posts: 119 My Photos: (1)	We went with black with the silver trim. Probably won't keep the car long at all....hopefully since they'll only be about 15000 of them I'll be able to flip it and make a couple grand. The deposit was only $99 and its fully refundable so I figured what the heck.....besides....I was so pissed it didn't come in bluestone so I know I won't keep it....

06-27-2007, 02:45 AM	#10 (permalink)
xmicro_Redline Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: New York Posts: 4,500 My Photos: (1)	Funny looking little car. It looks like the car stopped short and the rear end almost caught up with the front end!! It will get attention for a VERY different reason. The very cute and ugly thing. Kind of like a pug, so ugly that it is cute. Not for me, but a great commuter car for mid range commutes!

06-27-2007, 06:12 AM	#12 (permalink)
marlboromike First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Marlboro, NJ Posts: 7,126 My Photos: (6)	It's live the VW Beetle...it grows on u

06-27-2007, 07:47 AM	#13 (permalink)
GetAboutRL First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Capital District of New York Posts: 1,522 My Photos: (0)	__________________ "Lucifer" is my name! Deposit:4-11-06 & Titled:11-28-06 SKY "Red Line" Silver Pearl, Black Wings on it's back, Bloody Red interior, Dejon intercooler/Solo Exhaust, Robert's screen. If you suddenly feel warm, it is just me passing through grinning!

06-27-2007, 08:31 AM	#14 (permalink)
Blue Sky First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 744 My Photos: (10)	Roadster Will the roadster be far behind???? Attached Thumbnails __________________ BLUE SKY

06-27-2007, 09:05 AM	#17 (permalink)
cruzned First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. Posts: 80 My Photos: (0)	I sat in the roadster in Detroit at the 2006 Woodward Dream Cruise last year and it was awesome! Not much power, but exceptionally safe and very good MPG. Unfortunately, it will not be coming to the US. I tried to order one and they said it would not make it to the USA ever. The Consumer Reports folks said the Smart for 2 is loud and underpowered. All I know is that in Nova Scotia 2 years ago I saw one pass my SSR going 90 MPH!!!!!! That got my attention. I also saw a video last year of a smart4two crash test where the car went 60 MPH headon into a concrete barrier. The cars doors still opened and the dummy sustained zero injuries. I know of no other car that can withstand that. the roll cage in the thing is like something out of NASCAR!!!! As far as consumer rports goes, wait and see what they say about the SOL's and the Skys. I can bet it won't be flattering. They rarely are on AMERICAN CARS AND TRUCKS. My feeling is they are somewhat biased and opinionated and lean towards the foreign auto market for whatever reason they choose.

06-27-2007, 10:21 AM	#18 (permalink)
jrarant First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 362 My Photos: (9)	Here is the convertable for the US http://www.smartusa.com/smart-car-fortwo-cabrio.html __________________ Midnight Blue, Black Top/Leather VIN: 2773 Del 06/08/06 RIP 08/12/06 Forest Green, Redline, Black Top, Tan Interior Deposit - 08/18/06 Ordered 05/25/07 Born 06/18/07 Delivered: 07/12/07 2008 At the Dragon 2008 Southeastern Meet

06-27-2007, 11:13 AM	#19 (permalink)
vstar First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 862 My Photos: (2)	They are putting Busa engines in these http://video.google.com/videoplay?do...arch&plindex=1 __________________ Vstar White, LSD Spoiler, leather Magnaflow Dual exhaust Dual CAI. NASSOA