By Smarty on 02/16/09 03:26 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2008 smart fortwo passion 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
Review
The car is amazing. Acceleration is a bit slow but plenty of power in gears 3-5. Recommend the manual drive feature, much smoother operation. Gears 1-2 a little jerky in traffic. Comfort and roominess is great. Most fun I've ever had driving a car. Car still turning heads after a year. Heater is a little weak, can't wait to try A/C. Gas Mileage is excellent (38- 44)but don't expect miracles. Seating is comfortable. Car is a little jerky if wind is kicking hard. I've had mine up to 101mph and still a little room left. Handled well at that speed with no wind. Nothing beats the drive though...had it for a year and still can't wait to get into it every day.
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By UncyHerb on 02/02/09 19:40 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2008 smart fortwo pure 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
Review
Skinny front tires and auto trans makes ABS come on with every stop in snow. The rear wheels are always trying to drive forward as you come to a stop, so it's up to the fronts to stop the car AND the motor. I've gotten in the habit of popping it into neutral as I'm stopping. I have no confidence in slippery stopping times. Roads made bumpy by frost heaves and potholes make for a punishingly harsh ride. The suspension must have only a couple of inches of travel because it doesn't take much to jolt the whole car on a bump. But when the roads are dry and smooth it's fun to drive. Nice around town.
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By Brenda on 01/04/09 20:35 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2008 smart fortwo passion 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
Review
I love our smart car. It is so much fun to drive. Wish I could get my hubby one.Everyone loves it. So much fun to drive.
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By Robert on 12/27/08 05:52 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2008 smart fortwo passion 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
Review
Well after 18 months I finally received my Fortwo the day before Christmas. Although I have only been driving it a few days, and the weather here in Chicago has been, shall we say, rotten, I find myself smiling and waving to all my fellow motorists. On my trip to the local mall for post-holiday shopping I encountered my first triumph when it came to parking. I found a "space" that no other car would ever fit into.
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By dwr on 12/17/08 20:30 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2008 smart fortwo passion cabrio 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
Review
This car is amazing, my fuel cost is average $13.00 every two weeks and the maintenance is so minimal I keep thinking I am missing an oil change. Once a year service and oil change, quality construction and materials and a convertible with heated seats is a huge plus.
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By T.E.Montecillo on 12/13/08 18:53 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2008 smart fortwo passion cabrio 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
Review
I received my new Smart Fortwo Passion Cabriolet on October 26,2008. It was a warm and sunny afternoon (for Michigan) On my drive home from the dealership I reached 82 MPH on the freeway and felt comfortable and safe. Once at home I felt like a celebrity as many people approached me to ask me about my new car. In fact wherever I go people stop me to ask about the car. I always tell them that the car handles well in every weather situation I have encountered so far, I have been averaging 35.9 MPG, And my commute to work is 19 miles. Also I work in downtown Detroit and finding parking can be difficult at times. However I have been able to park cheaply or even free on many occasions. SMART USA
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By gitlaw on 12/04/08 12:35 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2008 smart fortwo passion cabrio 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
Review
Wherever you go, you can hear people announce your arrival ("Smart car!"). That aside, the car has unexpected power on the highway. This car, like a small dog, doesn't know it's small. Love the convertible top, though, which can open and close at any speed. Mercedes technology makes the car very quiet with the roof up compared to other convertibles (like the noisy Miata, for example). You get used to the upshift from 1st to 3rd, although my spouse prefers to use the paddle shifters for a smoother transition.
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By kdb on 12/03/08 17:11 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2008 smart fortwo passion cabrio 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
Review
We adapted an orphan and love it, we call it the helmet because we think it looks like a football helmet and we feel safe in it so it protects us like a helmet. My husband and I are neither one small people and we feel very comfortable in the car. The only thing that is sometimes uncomfortable is that people always stare. I feel like I am speeding all the time.
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By wesley on 11/21/08 10:58 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2008 smart fortwo passion 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
Review
It's fun to drive and bring smiles where ever I go, can park it in many places nobody else can, I'm averaging 40 mile to gallon but as high as 45 when I drive slower--I've had no problem with it on x-way and driven it as fast as 85 hour without any problems passing trucks or being passed, I'm big guy 6,2 250 and quite comfortable in it even wearing my cowboy hat most of the time to--if I had to do it all over I'd still buy it-- it even saved me on my insurance, it's not for everyone but it sure fit my needs make great runabout, I'm very pleased with it over all
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By CyberSpiff on 11/16/08 19:14 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2008 smart fortwo passion 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
Review
I drove the Smart for 14 miles each way to and from work for 6 months, enjoying the good mileage and fun handling. Parking was easy and it was a comfortable ride. The problem I ran into was a lack of stability in windy settings. I had a scary incident when I was blown into the lane next to me as a result of driving on a windy day and having a truck drive past me, which moved me over to the next lane. Thankfully there was no one in that lane, but it could have been a real problem. As a result I sold the car the next day. I don't think this is a typical situation and in no way blame the design. It's something to keep in mind when you are considering the Smart.
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