Smart Fortwo Pure Cabrio
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Smart Fortwo Pure Cabrio
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I Live In Canada And I Recently Purchased An "mcc
I live in Canada and I recently purchased an "MCC Smart Car" from Mercedes. One of the first to arrive in Canada. For those who are not aware of this amazing car it is the most popular car in Europe and has been on the road since 1998. It apparently will be arriving in the U.S. next year. It looks like no other car and since it's arrival in Canada this month it has received alot of attention. It gets up to 92 miles per imperial gallon of Diesel fuel and in spite of its outside small appearance it has room for two linebackers. It's not like the old diesel cars because it's quiet and it doesn't smell of diesel fuel. It is safer than most cars on the road and it comes completely loaded for a approximately $15,000. The passenger compartment is a very strong cage similar to a Formular 1 race car. It's alot of fun to drive and the fuel economy is unbeatable. For the type of car it is I have given it a 10. Although it handles very well on the highway it is best suited for city driving . Due to it's size you can park it anywhere and most important with the price of gas the way it is it's very very cheap transportation.
I was in Nova Scotia 2nd week in September and saw a Smart 4/2 parked off the Highway next to a KFC. There was a crowd round the car talking to the owner with great interest. I feel that Smart, due to its fuel economy, will be a great seller in Canada although the gas is much cheaper than in the UK.
In regards to salt on winter roads I'm certain the Smart Car will have no problems at all. Keep in mind they are built by Mercedes and tested in countries like Sweden. I have had my Smart Car since October and I have just experienced my first very heavy snow fall in our area. We live on top of a large hill where the roads are very steep. I was a little concerned about leaving the house since I have only summer tires. However, I can honestly say the Smart Car had absolutely no problems handling the snow or the slippery roads. This car doesn't need snow tires. It was very impressive how the ESP system handled the road conditions. I have an E320 with the same system and the Smart Car handled the snow just as well. If you are just thinking about getting a Smart Car I wouldn't hesitate. You definately won't regret it. Of coarse a huge bonus is when you fill up for $12.00.
DB
I'm thinking of buying a smart car, and was hoping Canadian owners could comment on the way the engine is exposed to the road debris from underneath the car. Yes, I know it's aluminum, but can an exposed engine survive Canadian salt and sand? Fall, 2004 drivers don't comment on this so far.
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