I bought a 2006 Smart Car ForTwo Turbo Diesel

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[@andrewgage6942]

I've owned a later 451 model Smart diesel, I bought it as an ex demonstrator with just shy of 2000 miles on the clock, it's just turned 135000 miles, I get excellent fuel economy, it goes up and down the motorway every day, it has a bit of a knack to driving to not get a juddery gear change, they're not fast, they won't break any records but it's very cheap to run, it's surprisingly spacious, very practical and easy to park, especially where I live.

[@patrickderp1044]

would you sell

[@andrewgage6942]

@@patrickderp1044 not a chance, it's gone over the 150,000 mile marker and still going strong, I was heavy footed last week, just to give it a clear out and I still got around 83 miles to the gallon, I wouldn't find nothing else as economical and practical for my everyday use

[@barisbicak2506]

I own one 2006 smart cdi in Toronto, great little car fun to drive, my daily commuter to work, fantastic driving position, fuel efficient my average 4 liters /100km mixed city and highway. Great video pal !

[@mrrolandlawrence]

wow my scooter gets 1.9L / 100km

[@rodsvintagesxschannel.3095]

My friend and i work on 7 of em...they can be quite problematic. Yes there is a clutch its shifted by the ECM. They have issues with the intercoolers causing low boost pressure and dirtys the EGR valves.. Huge loss of power...we just replaced a few turbos. And cleaned EGRS....MADE DRAMATIC DIFFERENCES!

[@IndianaTony]

Small cars are really unappreciated these days. One of my vehicles is an R56 Mini Cooper and it's a blast to drive (and I'd really like a classic to match). Maybe that comes from growing up around small British cars, like my dad's MG Midget. It would probably be comical for someone your size to drive that one, but I think it's super cool.

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

I tried sitting in an original Mini Cooper once, I didn't fit at all. Unfortunately for me my height is in my torso, not my legs, so I wasn't able to safely fit in one. I just learned recently I wouldn't fit in an Delorean either which was a car I was hoping to own some day.

[@tracyfortune3297]

@@RustyAutoholicGuy I had a chance to buy a "babied" vintage Jag-- one owner, who was also pedantic about upkeep. Just a gorgeous car-- omg! I took it out for a test drive & it was a beast! So fast & so smoooooth! But--- I kind of had to fold myself to get in (I'm also tall) & the top of my head nearly hit the roof lining when seated. Sigh...T'was not to be. I ended up with a Camry- :P

[@normoloid]

The engine is quite special that was used in these early smarts, small but it's amazingly durable and packs a punch in small size.

[@mli3793]

This is the diesel motor though, the gasoline one is much better imo.

[@andrewstones2921]

You are correct the original gasoline engine was a great engine.. it had a couple of minor design issues so it massively increases engine life to fit an oil cooler, and accept that it uses a bit of oil by design and pay attention to never even slightly over filling the oil level.. it’s an instant death sentence for the engine, there is a warning on the oil cap and in the manual. With careful attention to maintenance the original engines are very reliable, mostly problems come from the electronics due to failing solder joints made by early leadless solder.. actually easy to fix.

[@mli3793]

@@andrewstones2921 Oh no thank you for the tip! The service place that filled our car up before we bought it overfilled the oil so we have been driving around with the oil overfilled for weeks. I'll have to drain it then.

[@andrewstones2921]

@@mli3793 it’s the older Mercedes’ based engine which says Mercedes on the top of the engine that is dangerous to overfill the oil, if you have the later Mitsubishi based engine then it’s not so serious. Many mechanics just ignore the clear warning on the oil cap.

[@mli3793]

@@andrewstones2921 I have the older Mercedes one

[@christopherrasmussen8718]

I got one sitting outside. I got it cheap. Lots of new parts. Now waiting on a low pressure fuel pump. Hope to have it on the road soon. Yes , Canada

[@andrewcumming4018]

That's mighty! Never knew they made it in diesel. I have had a Smart 451, which had a Mitsubishi 3 cylinder engine, not turbo. I also had a Smart roadster, the 452, which was a blast. That car had a Mercedes 3 cylinder turbo. Both wonderful cars. I'm a bit like you. I'm tall but love tiny cars. Oh I live in country Australia.

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

I don't know what it is about small cars but I love them. I have several small issues I need to trouble shoot with this little diesel that I just haven't had time to do yet, but I still drive it at least once a week. It's fun car to just zip around town in for sure!

[@hopemays5508]

I have 2 ours are gas and I went from Kitts Hill,Ohio to Georgia then Alabama in mine drove 1,160 miles it was total of 60.00 in gas ! We love ours awesome cars and they have reinforced the roll cage its a safe car to drive . Money well spent . I haul feed and a lot more in mine . Its my mini truck lol.

[@kevinfrew9566]

Brilliant Motor I've had 4 smart cars now.

[@beboboymann3823]

Awesome post. I’ve never wanted to be seen in one but have been curious about roominess in one.

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Honestly for as roomy it is and how little fuel it uses, I could care less what other people think. The little car is a blast to drive and cost next to nothing to fill up as well.

[@stickynorth]

@@RustyAutoholicGuy I bought mine because a local 6'6" politician once bought one as a bet and then kept it because it was so roomy. I'm only 5'10" and it has at least 6" of clearance for me if I sit up.. And I don't... Meanwhile when I drive a certain family member's Matrix? Concussion after concussion getting in and out of it... Never mind potholes.. ;-)

[@mikemorrison7926]

Possibly Buying one today

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Hey Mike did you end up buying one?

[@Freedonone]

Seen October 13, 2024. I own a 2009. Bought it new summer of 2009. I have 56K original miles. I would not sell my Smart Car. It's apart of me. I truly love my Smart. Mine does have Air conditioning.

[@ivanwashington3186]

would have loved to hear more about NVH issue, ride/handling over bumpy rough pavement, noise levels over coarse pavement.

[@Mitke420]

my first car, had absolute fun driving it, miata could learn few thing on how to make small car with big interiour, shifter loosing communication and ac getting broken are only problem i had everything else was okay, and also this car doesent like holes at all and to hear turbo you need to let engine get a bit hotter then u will hear turbo

[@colbeezz6425]

Nice job, the way gas is going, we will all have to get one.

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Not going to lie, getting 50mpg in town MPG has been great, even with peak diesel prices, it still cost less than $24 to fill the tank.

[@kyleboohoo]

@@RustyAutoholicGuy How's everything going now after a year? Someone is selling one in my hometown for 7 grand and 137,000 Km not sure if that's a good price or not :l

[@konardkonrado7755]

i red on forum than one owner just changed the soiftware and got 60hp 120NM which is a lot and he got 3 seconds faster to 60mph so it would be 16s or so and its more dynamic he said that this tune is not dangerous for engine and is happy with this change also he mentioned that his mileage didnt change .

[@T44YPE]

the tune makes a big difference to mine 60hp

[@stickynorth]

This Albertan also owns a 2006 Smart Fortwo cdi and it's a great car for almost all weather and conditions as is actually a better highway cruiser than city car in a lot of ways... The only conditions I don't drive it in are heavy wind days and the occasional wet snow storms that stick like a Slurpee/Snowcone to everything because it's so lightweight it can't keep a grip on the road even with winter tires and 300 lbs of deadweight... Thankfully that's only like 3 days a year... ;-)

[@Stig007]

I bought mine in Vancuver (brabus nightrun edition) and drove it back to Houston. That's when you really start to feel how uncomfortable it really is. Ac doesn't take much power assuming the pump is OK but it is noticeable

[@Scholioso]

What was the process like bringing it over the border? Any fees?

[@coachgeo]

that smart diesel makes a good diesel motorcycle engine too. Search the Track diesel Motorcycle. Also a few folks did their on conversions using this engine on a Triumph Tiger if Im not mistaken

[@stickynorth]

FYI, I also had to create a post-it note conversion chart when I took my Smartie to Portland and Seattle a few years ago since there's no duel conversion listed unlike almost all cars I ever driven...

[@spencerelsbury9110]

Cool i have a 2005 Smart passion convertible CDI turbo diesel i have had it going on 8 years I'm in the usa they are only 1,250 in the usa of the 2005-2006 Canadian model of the smart w450 diesel i have the Mercedes scan tool to diagnose or reprogram new keys and stuff like that if you ever need anything don't hesitate to reach out

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Thank you so much that would be amazing! I haven't been able to find much information on this car which has been surprising to me! I'll definitely need your help with a few things!

[@tommyolsen8224]

Love that car!

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

It's been a ton of fun!

[@tvpoco8498]

If this type of Smart Fortwo CDI had a Manual version for setting, maybe it's gonna be very fun! I think this Fortwo has about 0.8L engine and 1st gen but I'm still not sure what the type of catalog name....

[@codykennedy19]

I love it man do you think you could do an ASMR video of you driving it with lots of engine sounds❤

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Possibly! I need to do some maintenance the Smart car first but I can certainly try my hand at making one of those videos as well!

[@dachanist]

Its the poor man's 3rd gen MR2. Both have automated manual trans, both have rear mid engines, both are available in hardtop and soft top, both are two seaters with no trunk. I'd see what the widest tires can be fit on it and see how close to a motorcycle it can get on an on ramp. Also, maybe a lift kit and a trailer hitch to add removable a cargo box. And if you fuck something up, nobody is going to road rage on a smart car.

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

HAHAHA I'm mean you're not wrong.

[@andrewstones2921]

The transmission is much better in manual mode, the auto shift option was a popular upgrade and is fine in traffic but it’s MUCH better to drive in manual more.. overhaul that electronic clutch motor and it’ll shift a lot better though.

[@Thegravyipass]

It’s going to look great with 33” tires.

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

HAHAHA

[@valaloian8326]

where do i get a spare key , who do i approach , thnx for the video

[@nosoupforyou425]

Whishe a turbo diesel was available in the Usa, would have done that over an electric for sure

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Exactly, I bought this car for that exact reason.

[@Skull24Crusher]

great video man...I ve found a smart 450 2005 with 98000km, looks good but honestly what should I check out before buying it? thx for your answer

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

I'm not sure honestly, this is the First Smart Car I've ever owned. Just off the top of my head I would recommend check all the fluids, see how the oil looks, it will be dark because of the diesel fuel but check to see if it's at the correct level or not. Also on the test drive just make sure everything sounds good and works as it should. Does the engine rev with ease, does the transmission shift smoothly, do the brakes stop evenly. The only other thing I can think of is to bring an OBD-II scanner with you to check an codes that are on the ECU. I hope that helps!

[@yomattjohnson]

Gonna get one

[@WARD5KUSTOMZ]

That will be the only way ill buy a smart car. Ive got an 88 bronco 2 that im probably about to take ownership of. My plans are to swap an om617 and a t5 from a mustang

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Agreed, I was only interested in the car because it was diesel. Your Bronco 2 swap sounds awesome! What are you planning on doing for a transfer case.

[@WARD5KUSTOMZ]

@@RustyAutoholicGuy its 2wd. Most of the b2 came from factory with a dummy transfer case. Not sure if i want to make it 4wd of leave it 2wd.

[@wittemanadrian]

If I could find one of these I would snag it in a heartbeat. . How many miles does yours have on it

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Send me an email, I’m actually leaving looking to sell mine, I have too many cars on my property.

[@wittemanadrian]

@@RustyAutoholicGuy ok what's your email

[@andrewduffett3052]

Hi, looking at possibly buying one of these in a diesel soft top tomorrow....are tou still happy with yours , any problems ?

[@perrinayebarra]

I really wish they had just made these a regular manual trans.

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

I mean it's basically a manual transmission already, the computer just controls the clutch but yes I know what you mean.

[@perrinayebarra]

@@RustyAutoholicGuy yeah like why add some bizarre auto shifting mechanism when they could just let us shift our own gears the way god intended?

[@hsavinon]

Nice..I have a gas one..but now I'm looking for Diesel one...do you know where I can get one or is your for sell??

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Email me at [e-mail]

[@ebikeengineer]

I didn't realize they made a diesel Smart Car; I always thought they would be great as an electric for running errands.

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

I don't believe the diesel was ever officially release in the United States, however this one had a North Carolina title, the other giveaway for this is the speedometer being in Kilometer Per Hour, which I plan on changing in the future.

[@marioreali5925]

They sold the electric version in California. My cousin bought a used one sight unseen and had it shipped to the midwest. It had come off a five year lease and was in pretty nice shape. He drove it for several years to commute and as parts chaser for his shop. I drove it a few times and it was kind of a little rocket. The only thing he had to do right away was replace the rear tires as they were bald! It would spin the rear tires easily when taking off..

[@spencerelsbury9110]

@@RustyAutoholicGuy i have a guy that can get you a mile per hour sticker I had to do that to mine

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

@@spencerelsbury9110 yes please that would be very helpful, what is the best way to reach you to talk about this in more detail?

[@spencerelsbury9110]

@@RustyAutoholicGuy hey sorry I didn't get back right away i sent you a message off my instagram we can talk there and everything

[@boxfancb]

How much did you end up paying for it?

[@blackpool321]

Wish the fuel was that cheap in uk diesel is currently £6.55 per gallon (£1.45 litre)

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Ouch yeah I can only imagine having to spend that much on fuel honestly.

[@kyleboohoo]

I feel you we got to £1.38 a litre in Saskatchewan I literally cancelled my vehicle plates lmao luckily it went down to £1.7 all in gasoline I think Diesel is still up there

[@ΑναστάσιοςΠαπαζαχαρίου]

If you have it for town i wouldn't mess with tuning the engine. Just fill it up, drive it, and you'll keep it for a lifetime.

[@trevortrevortsr2]

2CV was 29HP and more fun than any car I owned - Be it thick snow on the Alps or in the Moroccan wastelands -

[@gabrielhugges6820]

My commander with the 5.7 takes 17 gallons to go 200 miles in the city, but this tiny car can take 3.5 gallons to go 150 miles

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Yeah it's kind of crazy, the more I drive it the better the fuel economy is getting, again I think that is just from it sitting and the injection system cleaning itself out. I really love my Jeeps and I'm looking forward to having my TDI powered TJ up and running but with that said being able to do all my in-town driving and errand for a month on $11 bucks of diesel is great for the budget.

[@gabrielhugges6820]

When i drove to my new home from VA to melbourne florida, i got 320 miles per tank which took 17 gallons, thats going 70mph highway only

[@allynlynn8728]

How did you get it registered in the states?

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

It was already registered in North Carolina when I bought. So getting the title transferred to me was an easy process. From what I was told from the previous owner, the gentleman he bought it from had moved from Canada to New York. I believe that is how it got registered here in the US but I don’t know the details.

[@brighammmer]

I heard you bought something else with a turbo diesel too. ;-)

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Yes I did and I need to finalize the shipment of said vehicle as well 😎

[@brighammmer]

@@RustyAutoholicGuy you're a good sport. ;-)

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Honestly I'm itching to get that other Turbo Diesel here ASAP! I think I finally found a transporter for it two days ago, waiting for the final quote next week 😃

[@gigmaresh8772]

I am having a difficult time finding a CDI to replace the gasser in my 2008. The wrecking yards lie to me. Mercedes basically to me to f-off. Would really like a brand new crate motor Any help from any of you?

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

This engine was only sold in Canada and Europe, not in the US.

[@kriscarr389]

There's one in my back yard that we'd sell but I'm in British Columbia Canada, about 900 kms north of the border

[@truth.hurts...]

My mate had a petrol one really bad of fuel

[@chrish-4142]

How much you pay?

[@Skull24Crusher]

top speed?

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

I've had mine up to 105khm/65mph but I haven't tried going faster than that.

[@T44YPE]

@@RustyAutoholicGuy mine does 100 mph with tune

[@hollypark2752]

KM to Miles is not that hard. 100kph is roughly 60mph. if you half 100, then 50kph is 30mph. and 25kph is 15mph. If you drive the car on a routine basis, these shouldnt be too hard to remember.

[@timexironman100m]

The petrol smart for two has a 35 litre....9.24 usa gallon tank....... diesel can't be that small.

[@tzimakosnoulik]

Στην Ελλάδα το λίτρο πετρελαίου είναι 1,55 euro :(💶

[@mattbright8635]

Wow I was quite impressed that you 6’5” fits into it quite easily. Might have to cut a hole in the front fire wall to stretch out your legs though 🤣 And a who’d think it is a turbo ( attractive word ) diesel SmartCar. I’ve always thought they were electric cars 🚙 as we seem to match tiny and smart with electricity! I’m 6’4” and always loved the idea of people seeing a tall guy getting out of a tiny car like a Fiat, mini etc obviously now a SmartCar. My journey is work each day the road speeds are all 49.7mph ( 80kph ) Australian roads. I currently drive my 4x4 and it costs me $100 Aus per week which is crazy expensive. I might have to fit a big LED Lightbar to see any kangaroos 🦘 🦘 that might be hopping across the road at any moment. The kangaroos would be as big as the car I’m sure 😂😂😂😂

[@1silvervespa]

Like a chainsaw with turbo ......yikes.