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Old 05-10-2006, 09:28 AM
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I guess the fuel prices have taken their toll. I was behind one of these on my way back to work from lunch (just long enough to make a dumb facial expression, then laughter while passing). It's the Smart Fortwo Coupé. The article I read didn't mention whether or not it came equipped with pedals, for the off-chance of needing to pass an elderly person on a Rascal. I guess pretty soon the aftermarket is going to be flooded with 3-lug wheels, too.

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Old 05-10-2006, 09:53 AM
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i'd rock one....

SMART VITALS
Performance Handling
Spacious Interior for Two
Exchangeable Body Panels
SMART-Safe Construction
Automatic Transmission

PERFORMANCE
60 hp, 3-cylinder, rear-mounted turbo engine
sequential 6-speed transmission
automatic or manual mode selectable
Tank Capacity: 8.7 gallons

DIMENSIONS
Weight: 1588 lbs
Length: 8'2.5"
Width: 4'11.5"
Height: 5'


DOT Approval VCP-27

EPA Letter of Conformity


STANDARD FEATURES
Anti-Lock Braking
Rack and pinion Steering
Exchangeable Body Panels
Power Windows
Power doorlocks

OPTIONS
Air Conditioning with Exterior Temp
Indicator and Frost Warning
Convertible
Alloy Wheels
Power Steering

SAFETY/SECURITY See why SMART is so safe
Tridion Hemispherical, steel safety Shell
Driver and Passenger Airbags
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP)
Skid Control
Anti-Lock Braking System
Reinforced Construction
Raised Seat Position for Enhanced Visibility
Remote Central Locking
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Old 05-10-2006, 09:58 AM
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There is also a 101hp version that is pretty pimp looking. 2dr roadster with removable top.
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Old 05-10-2006, 09:59 AM
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Only thing not mentioned is the only reason why anyone would drive one... MPG!
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Yeah, the roadster is cool looking. I just don't like the Fortwo Coupé. To each their own.

edit: Apparently I was looking at the dated Euro spex.
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It's adorable.
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swap it.
Old 05-11-2006, 10:58 AM
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3 lug wheels? Hahaha.

Turbocharged engine... upgrade that thing with a t-25 and see 50hp to the wheels- I can picture it now.
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that thing looks cool
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If you look in the Video Post forum, someone swapped a GSXR motor into one. GixxerSmart! I'll bet it still gets good mpg's too.
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