Q: Does anyone in this community own a Smart Car or knows of someone who does? If so, what can you tell me about them? Given the cost of gasoline these days, I am giving some serious consideration to purchasing one. How are they on gas mileage? Can two people drive a long distance in one of these, say on vacation, and continue to remain on friendly terms when all is said and done. If I overlooked anything, please feel free to offer me whatever advice you deem prudent.
A: Hi, I had up to 2003 a "for two" and from 2005 a smart roadster( unfortunatelly you'll not see it but do you remeber the dodge sling shot?same car different design)... I can say that they are great.... I changed the first one at 103.000 km in 3 years when I' had an accident ( all services made and just the turbo changed at 65.000 km).the roadster has 47.000 km now and i've replaced just the top( in warranty) Pros: great city cars really low consumption reability safe car 2 comfortable seats and enough space for baggages Cons: low gear box expensive services and spare parts( in Italy mercedes service often do it) no value for money ( in Italy it is fashionable) PS. THE NEW SMART IS NOT JUST A RESTYLING OF THE OLD ONE... It's bigger...safer 2 engines are available (in Italy) a preatty new gasoline ( 61-71 or 84 horsepower) and a revised diesel there is a 5 gear box instead of the 6 old one