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4.88 out of 5 stars

first car I've ever truly loved

robert hardaway, 03/12/2009
2009 smart fortwo pure 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

The is the first car I've ever truly loved. I had six requirements in buying a car, all of which were satisfied by this car: 1)buy new at less than 12 K, 2)increase in value rather than depreciate, 3)five star safety rating (and I saw the video of them smashing a smartcar into a brick wall at 70mph with virtually no damage to passenger compartment, 4)plenty of room on inside, especially head toom, 5) lots of pep, 6)good in snow, 7) good at high speed, 8)incredibly fun to drive. 9) I have averageed 41 mpg since purchase. Now, why can't we build a car like this in the U.S. so I can buy American?

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5 out of 5 stars

WHEN ECONOMY MEETS FUN!

jroadster, 03/30/2009
2009 smart fortwo passion cabriolet 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

This car is amazing, it is fun to drive. I feel very safe when I am in this car, also the acceleration is better than you think. The quality for a car of this price is EXCELLENT, it feels rock solid and has go-kart-like steering. I can do 60mph and turn hard, feels like BMW designed the steering. This car is put together well for it's price it does not feel cheap at all. It does not roll or tilt when driven hard, makes me feel good and excited to drive this baby!!!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

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Smartie, 08/31/2009
2009 smart fortwo passion cabriolet 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Love, love, love my car! I average about 38 mpg over my 30 mile round- trip commute, and I've gotten 47 on the highway. I feel very safe (drove 80 mph this weekend). I have the upgraded stereo and it is great for me. I drive to work with a smile on my face every day.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Most Fun on 4 Wheels!

nitro, 09/05/2009
2009 smart fortwo passion cabriolet 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I traded a Civic SI for this (hit a deer) and am thrilled with the experience. No it doesn't have the power of the Si or the handling, but it's a ton more fun to drive! Puts a smile on my face everytime I walk up to it. Love opening the top as I approach the car...such a warm welcome! I had navigation and bluetooth installed, except for cruise this is really loaded. Great little run about, even took a refrigerator to work in the back, fit perfectly. It's bigger than you think! Drove to NYC from MD, no issues and 45 mpg in the first 2000 miles. Looking forward to getting over 50 soon!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Upgraded To Cabriolet!

realsmart1, 10/07/2009
2009 smart fortwo passion cabriolet 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I originally bought a blue with silver tridian coupe back in July... had issues with water retention in rear hatch...was given a cabriolet smart loaner during repairs...fell in love with convertible...immediately upgraded to a red with a black tridian convertible because of 1.2% APR financing promotion, despite $3000 depreciation for trade-in . I have no regrets...LOVE the convertible. Read my other review for coupe, same applies to this car.

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