Smart Fortwo Passion, Should You Risk Owning One | Drive & Review

[@BEGGARWOOD1]

Having owned 4 ( two four twos and two roadsters ) there is no risk. Great cars perfect for cities

[@AutoAfflicted]

Reliability and cost of ownership is reasonable I assume

[@BEGGARWOOD1]

@@AutoAfflicted mine were all new cars but over 200k miles in them and not one issue

[@michaelsuzio4268]

I got my orange smart car with orange seats for just 4500 lasted from 68k miles when I got it to 200k had electrical/clutch issues and completely shut off and wouldn't turn back on got $600 for it from pull apart...I'm pretty happy driving the smart car pretty comfy seats in the passion model and drove 80-90mph pretty easily

[@AutoAfflicted]

That’s impressive mileage

[@GaborMiklosHinterseer-Herold]

I have a 180k 2008 Passion coupe 1.0 and besides regular maintenence I had to change the blower motor ($60 and 5 minutes), the clutch actuator ($150 and 20 minutes) and the flex pipe (cca. $50 and half an hour). I did put a cold air intake on it ( $200, completly unnecessary but i like to hear the engine working) and upgraded the suspension with Bilstein parts ($1300 just because i like it). I wouldn't exacty call it a money pit in 16 years.😂

[@PuaDessa]

I’m in Rome right now and this style of car is everywhere. So convenient on those tight roads with limited parking. Makes perfect sense in a big city.

[@AutoAfflicted]

I can imagine - esp on narrow roads

[@mikemaurpal]

The wife and I live in England and this week we will be on our second 451 Smart Car and we love them, I do agree about the pothole situation, but apart from that these cars are brilliant. In England, we have motorways with a top speed of 70 miles an hour, and our car keeps up with the traffic without any problem and over here we are getting up to 55 miles to the gallon. the one I bought was a 2008 model with 93000 miles on the clock, the newer one is a 2013 with 25000 so I feel very happy that this car will be good for the rest of my driving life, I am 78. As for taking corners, these cars hold the road like glue, they are so good I never feel worried when driving. we hit a right hander at two in the morning, pitch black apart from the driving lights, and I really thought we would tip over, but we hit the right hander and the car stayed on the road . I have driven in snow and again no problems, you cannot spin the wheels as there is only one driving wheel and that is on the left hand side. I would highly recommend this car for one or two people, there is enough boot space for a week's shopping or a couple of overnight bags for a holiday. My wife needs a walker, and I bought her a shopper type walker, this fits in the boot perfectly.

[@AutoAfflicted]

I had so much fun reviewing it, definitely great cars! I did have to push this one out of of the gutter due to snow… at least they are light 😁

[@RealButcher]

Thanks for your comment. I also am an aged man (74) and bought a 2008 Smart 451. Love it, but my wife really is not impressed by me buying this. She drives a Toyota iQ and we have a Suzuki Ignis for longer trips. But love this for around here, with our small Dachshound. Anyways.. I bought a seat-holder-safety-cord for the dog... See how this is gonnah work.

[@darrenfox5883]

I have a 2009 Cabrio that is my daily commuter driver in and out of DC. I absolutely love my Smart! It is the perfect city car for parking, tight streets and darting around in traffic. On the Highway, the car holds its own, but at 70hp, there is not much reserve for acceleration up above 65 or 70; so you have to plan your lane changes and passings a bit more. High winds will push the car around a bit; but you get used to dealing with that quickly…. The comment about potholes, or even recessed manhole covers is 100% spot on! You learn very quickly to pay attention to the pavement ahead. Even a small depression in the pavement will loosen your fillings! Regarding parts? I have not had any problems. Certain Mercedes dealers still support parts and servicing of Smarts. There is decent availability of parts also online from domestic US sources. Keep in mind though, that if you need to get an OEM part (even an engine part that is from Mitsubishi), it will have a Mercedes part number with a Mercedes parts price to go along with it. The only warning I would give to anyone who is thinking about getting a 451 Smart (2007 to 2014 I think) is that the automated manual transmission mission is the car’s weakest point. It is very complicated with three computers in the car all needing to talk to each other and managing a shifting actuator attached to the gear box. Pretty much all 451 Smarts have had or will have some kind of transmission/gearbox problem at some point in its life. The reason for the automated manual transmission in 450 and 451 Smarts was space. There is not enough room in engine compartment for a traditional automatic, and there is not enough room in the cabin to have a clutch, shifting linkage, and a tunnel going down the middle of car to house the linkage and cables. That all said, if the transmission has been sorted or even if you have to have it sorted, Smarts are an absolute blast to drive! I literally paid for my Smart twice, once to buy it and once again in repairs to get my transmission sorted; and I have zero regrets! This little car is the most fun car I have ever had! It has so much personality! I have a Model 3 as well, and even though that car is a technology wonder that is an amazing machine; it also has the personality of a Berlin Post Office. Whereas the smart has the personality of a Lab and Jack Russell mix! In the end, if you have the right mindset; understand and accept what you will be getting into owning a Smart and know that guys in “Brodozers” will absolutely flip their lids when you pass them, then you will love having a Smart!

[@AutoAfflicted]

That’s awesome! Great info ! If I could have unlimited cars, I would have a smart for sure

[@darrenfox5883]

Thanks! Believe me, they are worth having!

[@ChrisCanary]

Potholes and manhole covers are brutal. You just watch closer. I have a 2013.

[@BobDiaz123]

I own a 2009 Smart ForTwo Pure and have had it for about 14 years. I find that manually shifting is far better than auto. When getting n a Freeway, start in third gear and speed up to 55 to 60MPH. The RPMs will be high, but you'll have extra torque. At around 55 to 60 MPH, I'll shift to forth gear to reach 65 or 70 MPH. At that point, shift to the fifth gear. By the way, Smart Madness is a good source for parts and add-ons for the Smart Car.

[@AutoAfflicted]

I would drive it like that ! Smart Madness sounds like a good source 🙏🏼

[@MrTim7]

Thank you for this video! Im 44 years old and still have a permit, Im considering having the Smart car as a beginner.

[@AutoAfflicted]

Seems like a good beginner car as it offers lots of visibility for the driver

[@NomaDyna51]

Just got my 2009 Smart Fortwo passion and I absolutely love it. It’s the perfect car for me and my wife. Gets excellent MPG and overall cheap costs across the board. Car is excellent to maintain yourself you don’t even need to jack it up for routine maintenance. If you take care of it it’ll take care of you. Plenty of space in the car and easily fits me and my wife comfortable. Im 5’10 but wider since I’ve worked out most of my life and my wife is 5’9 we have plenty of space. I recommend it to anyone. Even just to have it when you need it as a 3rd or 4th vehicle. Doesn’t cost anything to insure. Enjoy!

[@KPF-I]

Recently took mine a 450 to Europe from the UK. Went to Netherlands, Belgium, France doing over 2200 miles. No hiccups only issue was losing oil.

[@AutoAfflicted]

Awesome trip 💪🏽

[@brentfairlie]

That is not how you open the hood. There are two little catches in the grill that you slide, then the hood drops down

[@AutoAfflicted]

I missed the mark on that one, luckily no damage done

[@joaoferreira2582]

the way he open that frunk said it all...

[@jameslaughlin3298]

I have owned a 2016 SMART Fortwo Prime since 11/19 and I love it. It’s so easy and fun to drive it’s ridiculous. Parking and U-turns are a breeze, even laughable. I can park my car and two motorcycles on one side of my two-car garage. And it’s not just a ‘city car.’ Cross-country trips are no problem. It’s just like a normal car, only better. They just left off the front and the back.😅 I’ve owned mostly BMW and Mercedes-Benz, but I like the SMART a LOT better. Risk? There is no risk, don’t be silly.😜

[@jeffbarrett1787]

Thank you, my daughter and I have been looking to purchase one as a second car cheaper to run , and your talk around good and bad has been very helpful. The only thing to do now is find one that suits lucky we’re in the uk and a wide choice.

[@AutoAfflicted]

Glad I could help of service, that was the impetus behind the edit. I hope you find a great one !

[@michaelsavino5700]

I own two Smart cars and drive one of them up and down the East coast twice a year from Massachusetts to Florida and back. We have a good service garage in Florida that keeps both of them running well.

[@AutoAfflicted]

That’s awesome! Love to hear it

[@imperiousartifact1473]

What is the name of your garage?

[@michaelsavino5700]

@@imperiousartifact1473 - RB Auto Service in Pinellas Park, Florida.

[@Edwine99m]

What’s the name of your garage?

[@michaelsavino5700]

The garage that specializes in Smart Car repairs is RB Auto Service in Pinellas Park, Florida. Just north of St. Petersburg.

[@verlaneschultz5233]

smart car saved my life! I was broadsidedin the drivers front door! He was moving 55-60mph. It totaled both cars! So tell me, if you were broadsided in your drivers door, in the same situation.... would you survive? Yes, I bought another one!

[@AutoAfflicted]

Glad you’re alright! The safety on those cars is pretty amazing

[@lorenl9262]

Great video and I absolutely love these little cars despite what people say as they are probably one of the safest cars out there despite their size!! Kudos to you for this video and for covering this SMART little marvel!! :)-

[@AutoAfflicted]

Thank you 🙏🏼 it was a lot of fun getting to know the Smart

[@mgrella63]

Im on my 3rd Smart ForTwo Cabriolet! Awesome Cars !! While its not my main car I use it for local use and on Beautiful days drop the top!! So Much Fun!

[@AutoAfflicted]

Nice! Such a fun ride - my buddy just sold this one and move to a 2023 Toyota 🙁

[@jaynecobb5774]

have one since 2009 as my commuter...never had an issue with it.

[@AutoAfflicted]

That’s rad! Fun car

[@dlawley1963]

I have a 2010 Smart Pure and so far have driven it through summers and winters without any problems. It will be 6 years driving it and absolutely love it. I definitely would have not purchased when we had 2 kiddos. But now my kids are grown I completely recommend owning one 🙂 The question I have from people is….it doesn’t look safe. My reply is….it is.

[@ComeJesusChrist]

Apart from speed bumps, potholes and cross winds, there is nothing I can think of that I dislike about my Smart Fortwo 71bhp with the Passion trim. For what it is, it’s an exceptional bargain and an excellent car. It’s not as large, refined or comfortable as my E-Class estates were, but it’s a very balanced compromise. They are ideal as temporary, second/third cars or as an urban car.

[@jamal69jackson77]

I've always been interested in owning a smart car since their initial release. I actually lived in Germany when the Smartcar was first made available for public sale and long before it was available in the US and I though it was a very interesting oddity of a car, especially being associated to the Swatch brand in partnership with Mercedes Benz. Still though, I never did get around to owning one since I'm more of a BMW fan, but now that I'm much older and I don't really need a fast car or a car to fit a bunch of friends, I'm seriously considering buying one in the next few months just to get around town. I think its compactness and fuel economy would be very welcome benefits for that purpose. Thanks for this video, I found it very informative!

[@AutoAfflicted]

Thanks for checking it out🙏🏼 I think you’ll love the Smart

[@ChrisCanary]

I have a 2013 Fortwo. I LOVE this car. We have driven it all through Washington, Oregon and Northern California, the length of the coast and well inland on winding, hilly roads as well as a few thousand miles of freeway travel. Never a problem. Saved hundreds of dollars in fuel costs compared to a regular sized car. The only things I absolutely hate about the car is that the flash drive port is in the glove compartment. I have to pull over to change the drive/music because it is dangerous to do it while in motion. The other thing is the rear view mirror being too big and too low. You have to duck to look around it when taking a right turn, on a right curve especially on a hill. The mirror could be narrower and higher up. Aside from that, I love it. Also, I paid $6500 for the car 5 years ago. Even with mileage, wear and tear and added age, I can easily trade it in or sell it now for $9000/$11000.

[@AutoAfflicted]

That’s interesting about the aux port and the rear view mirror, I had not noticed those issues.

[@molivil]

It's not an automatic. The reason it cuts power while shifting is because it is an automated manual transmission, also known as a robotized manual transmission, is a transmission with a clutch. Just like a manual, you don't get power while shifting gears. Hence why you lose power while the Smart car transmission system shifts. Took this car on a road trip across Europe with a friend. Visited 19 countries over two months.

[@bil8647]

There are two switches on either end of the front grill. Push them inward until they are 90 degrees. This unlatches the hood, and you can easily lift it off from the front edge. Trying to peal it off from the top like you did will just muck up the fit and the channels on the front side panels. SMART stands for Swatch Mercedes Art. I have a 2008 Passion. 42/48 MPG. Cruises at 75mph easily. I can fit my hub tent, cooler, 2 sleeping bags, tackle box, and fishing poles. If it's just me, I can flip the passenger seat down (do it from the driver's seat much easier) and add my flat-bottomed kayak as well. There is no risk to owning a SMART car. They aren't for everyone, but then what car is? Thanks for explaining how the gear box works. Fascinating, never knew that. I usually just manually shift. Thanks for posting.

[@AutoAfflicted]

Thanks for checking it out! Fun little cars for sure

[@DaBinChe]

Using a standard transmission with an actuator is most likey for packaging purpose.

[@SR-jz9wn]

Parts are slowly becoming an issue in N. America (Canada).I have two and I am a mechanic. Bought one for 500 with 50,000 miles and a blown motor (overheat). Rebuild was smooth and it runs great. Had to underspec one of the exhaust vales by 2 thou and it ticks a tiny bit out the exhaust (sounds like a lifter, but it's not). My suggestion is don't buy one if you don't twist a wrench at all. They come in at the wrecker once in a while, but I assume lots of larger American cities probably have a ton of them at the wreckers.

[@brianfreeman8290]

130bhp is easily achieved on the 1.0 turbo. I can confirm that acceleration is pretty awesome. Potholes, yes, not fun at all ! I absolutely love mine.

[@AutoAfflicted]

That would be pretty fun @ 130bhp

[@phillipgoldsworthy8531]

Mines 130bhp and gearbox remapped + stainless steel exhaust etc..... a lot of fun 😅

[@AutoAfflicted]

That would be a lot of fun!

[@brianfreeman8290]

Who remapped your gearbox please Phillip?@@phillipgoldsworthy8531

[@steenbronkegmail1]

My Brabus have 130 hp too ... The turbo model did not export to the states. .

[@JohnHarp-pl6gj]

I'm 5 foot 11 and I at best smart for 2 passion 2013 I've got 97K it's the most fun car and I've got more compliments and it's maintenance it's free out there just keep that in mind everybody just get your oils changed at the right interval and I also tow it behind my motor home great toe vehicle flat tow, No electric, gas

[@almitov]

I know the video is an year old but I just saw it for the first time. Great job! Regarding the gearbox comment (11:45) - they used a manual with robotic shifters for efficiency and weight savings. Manuals are lighter and a clutch is more efficient than torque converter. Less powertrain losses means lower fuel consumption and this in the end is a super-compact economy car. Honestly, I would much prefer a pure manual compared to this. In terms of how it feels - for me this automated manual has all the drawbacks of an automatic combined with those of a manual. Shifts aren't as smooth as an auto and leaving it to pick gears on its own means quite often on hills it will downshift later than I would in a manual. Luckily since the 2nd generation they do offer a manual option (though it's a 5-speed) in Europe, not sure about the US.

[@AutoAfflicted]

Oh that’s interesting! I couldn’t find that info about the auto manual when I was making this video, thank you! And thanks for checking out the video, it was fun to make

[@kyleschneiberg]

Solid episode, I knew nothing about these SMART cars except the obvious. The cigarette 🚬 lighter is Dope.🤘🏼 Thanks AG and Auto Afflicted

[@AutoAfflicted]

Smoking is making a strong comeback 🚬

[@kyleschneiberg]

@@AutoAfflicted the euros love it and so should we. 🤢

[@davidraezer5937]

They make a turbo kit for these and the Brabus model in Europe got the turbo. Worked on one for a customer. It just fit on the 2 post lift and wasn’t bad to work on.

[@AutoAfflicted]

I bet a turbo would be fun !

[@weewick7779]

I own one and its been great for years

[@Rick-fe8xn]

Just got one of these a couple days ago. I'm 6'4" and I fit with room to spare and wife love it, drive this to save gas because the dodge challenger isn't practical for daily

[@AutoAfflicted]

Yes! The prefect two car solution !

[@Rick-fe8xn]

@@AutoAfflicted lol!! You got that right

[@lordbodford1]

Had one from new for 10 years brilliant car only ever replaced exhaust. Quick car can go anywhere. it's like mario kart in the real world. Just remember when you go shopping your frozen stuff will defrost. You can put the roof down or up on the cabriolet at 70mph on the motorway .

[@AutoAfflicted]

Oh yes! Frozen food defrosted by the engine

[@sgsuper1150]

It should be half the tax of a 4 seat car to get people to use less road space. The gearbox was to improve fuel consumption of a manual without having to shift.

[@richardporter6201]

Well I certainly liked mine, Passion level. Wife hated so bought BMW but really had no problems. I live in central Indiana. You still see them around quite a bit so must be fairly durable.

[@AutoAfflicted]

I think they are great cars

[@luisvelasco316]

My experience with perpendicular parking in my 2008 smart is that police don't know what to do with that practice so they just ignore it to avoid having to deal with it. The later model smarts have even tighter turning radius.

[@AutoAfflicted]

That makes sense

[@fasteddy07]

Yep, in Europe the smarts are very often parked the ass-in way. 🚘

[@AutoAfflicted]

Ass in - ass out … all good

[@WINTERMUTE_AI]

I love my SMART ForTwo!

[@AutoAfflicted]

Such a fun vehicle 🚗

[@TheOzthewiz]

The "punting" part when getting hit by a larger vehicle would be MORE than a little scary if you happen to get punted into a nearby body of water. Would make for a BAD day!

[@AutoAfflicted]

Without a doubt!

[@Noone-ro6nm]

Owned mine for 10 years no serious problems. Keep up the basic maintenance 👍 Get compliments all the time. Luv my Smart Car ❤

[@joevarga5982]

Nice review. Thanks for the effort. There are auto repair places which specialize in these, so the parts issue could vary depending on location and how much work you do yourself.

[@AutoAfflicted]

Very true! Great cars though

[@andrewdavis3322]

I absolutely love the interior on that one. I have an 09 Brabus. And the interior is black and gray.

[@AutoAfflicted]

It’s def well done!

[@John.Winchester]

I have a 451 cabrio. Its terrifying going over 65mph i think its due to being a softtop however for the rest of the time its perfect esp for in london. Its a 2009 mhd on 52k

[@AutoAfflicted]

I bet the cabrio would be fun with your hair in the wind

[@mgrella63]

learn to use the paddle shifters and It drives like a completely different car

[@Fabimartin1]

Wow you have very cool adidas shoes😁👍❤

[@AutoAfflicted]

Thank you for noticing

[@soggynode]

My daughter owned one for a few years and it was a great little car. Quick, fun to drive and you could park it anywhere. Unfortunately, nobody in the Portland area would work on a Smart except the Mercedes dealer and they didn't really want to. When the head gasket developed a leak, the Mercedes service manager recommended she get rid of the car while it was still running and not try to fix it. If you bought a black and silver fourtwo from CAR MAX a few years ago and the head gasket immediately blew, you have my sincere apology.

[@AutoAfflicted]

Hahah that poor soul , I hate car max with a passion

[@fasteddy07]

Smart also made a fourfour version but I don’t know whether or not it was marketed in the states.

[@AutoAfflicted]

I don’t see many 4 seaters

[@tommyolsen8224]

We have two of this , super happy ☀️😍

[@AutoAfflicted]

Really lovely cars

[@gigmaresh8772]

How many autos got above a 4 on the safety crash test in 2008 . . . There were 5 that achieved it. And one of them was a Smart Before i signed the paperwork at the bank I looked it up. And then I smiled as i watched the wire transfer go through. The dealer in Maryland was standing in his bank and verbally confirmed he had it. He called me an hour later and sent me a picture of it being loaded on the transport 💕

[@AutoAfflicted]

Great cars for sure

[@Noahberlinsberg]

I ❤ this car. In a city like Berlin is the best 🎉🎉

[@burnieclimber]

one of the best reviews, thank you

[@AutoAfflicted]

Thank you for checking it out

[@timh132]

I have a smart diesel car 800cc auto. Not road tax.55 mpg Love it 😅

[@AutoAfflicted]

And what’s not to love!

[@brentfairlie]

Because all the plastic panels can be swapped out, officially Smarts only come in two colours. Black or silver. The colour of the Tridion cell structure

[@AutoAfflicted]

That’s interesting, I was not aware

[@Ystadtaxi]

I have a pink one with twin turbo and the only one with towbar in Europe 👍👍👍

[@MYJ61]

I’m sure it’s already been posted, but the Smart name is Swatch Mercedes ART car.

[@AutoAfflicted]

I did not know that! Thx for then knowledge drop 🙏🏼

[@regan44017]

Watching you open the bonnet was painful! Why did you not just pull the release handles at the front edge?!

[@AutoAfflicted]

No one showed me how 🤷🏽‍♂️ I did some research but I’ll never live this one down 🤣

[@regan44017]

@AutoAfflicted We live and learn. Main thing is no damage (other than pride I'm guessing 😉)

[@sylvianagy5668]

I have 2008 convertible, smart car and I love it

[@laporte.normand]

I don’t know in witch part of the US you live it so unusual to meet one. Here in Canada, you’ll find more and more of that deluxe go-kart. By the way I’m suppose to try one tomorrow, the convertible model. Me and my 6’2’’ hope that I will not look like a Bozo !!!!

[@AutoAfflicted]

Here in northern utah we get snow and I think that limits the Smart car buyers

[@andrewsundell2502]

I live in Central London with an average speed of less than 10 mph, there is not a more suitable car.

[@WhiteKitta]

cute? no not really....The only cute thing about this car is the 2 tone red and black interior...I don't like that it needs premium gas.... the reason I would buy is to save money on gas, but if I have to pay for premium then I rather get a little Honda Civic

[@AutoAfflicted]

Cute like a grey field mouse… the civic would probably appreciate some premium even it it can get by on 85 ⛽️

[@WhiteKitta]

@@AutoAfflicted I have owned many Honda Civic' in my life the only type of Civic that needs premium is the SI

[@Rick-fe8xn]

Oh and noooooobody noticed the nice tool in the glove compartment??😂😂😂 damn 😂

[@AutoAfflicted]

Crazy how long it took to get mentioned

[@niacal4nia]

The 1990 Geo Metro 1L 3 cylinder manual transmission got 45mpg-50mpg

[@AutoAfflicted]

Geo metro manual sounds awesome 🚗

[@peterhobart795]

I have one and it does 65mpg. You get into the fount compartment by not pulling it from the top but by the levels in the grill of the car, mine does 90mph +. Also if you are in manual and you come to a stop sigh it automatically puts into 1st gear also there is a button on the side of the gear stick witch turns it from auto to manual. You say its no good for you because it has only 2 seats A Corvette has only to seats so that no good for you to.

[@AutoAfflicted]

You are correct about the Corvette, I wouldn’t be caught dead owning one of those .. and that’s why I don’t own a Benz SL either - I gotta have 4 workable seats

[@myclearview65]

Two clips in the front grill actually unlock the hood. Why was that missed

[@AutoAfflicted]

I was just uneducated

[@myclearview65]

@@AutoAfflicted we all are at something😅

[@braceuself]

The slow gear change is to help with economy apparently

[@AutoAfflicted]

Makes sense - Hayabusa swap in this would be fun 👌🏼

[@braceuself]

@@AutoAfflicted that's a common conversion in the uk

[@AutoAfflicted]

That’s awesome!

[@ArtisticDesign-kj8qb]

read the Manuel before opening the hood ...... Almost broke the front hood

[@AutoAfflicted]

Luckily I didn’t 😉

[@alive-awake]

In April of 2024 here in the states these (2013-2018) are going for 10k - 16k. This video says 1 yr ago. Where are you that they are priced at 1500 - 3k?

[@AutoAfflicted]

I saw an ad that did exist at one point around Covid and the car was $1500 and another one that was close to three grand. You may never see this ad again, but I did.

[@alive-awake]

@@AutoAfflicted I see. I agree about not wanting to maintain. I really would like to get one but.....

[@jermaine-Yahservant]

I just picked one up for $7k with 105k miles on the tach. Alil over priced for a 2014 but i really wanted the interior in the Bo concept. Really enjoying it more than i thought i would!

[@AutoAfflicted]

Congratulations! It’s a fun car

[@johnlambert7124]

love the speedo goes up to 100 which I doubt you'll ever see; Smart car 100 MPH challenge!

[@AutoAfflicted]

Hahah for real! Downhill maybe

[@michaelsuzio4268]

My passion model orange smart car looked really sporty topped out around 88 mph

[@FJB2024_]

I've owned three stock 451's. Every one can do 100. my EV is speed limited to 87mph though. the EV is at 80K and looks like it will easily pass 200K at this rate.

[@AutoAfflicted]

That’s some good speed! How’s the battery holding up in the EV 🔋

[@FJB2024_]

like new. Still 90miles range. coming up on 90K miles. @@AutoAfflicted

[@michaelpickarts7683]

Those Adidas sneakers are dope

[@AutoAfflicted]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@BeNiceInfo]

You can't park everywhere in Europe, but the streets are slightly more narrow and you don't get parking tickets if the city don't know how to handle the situation, mostly they don't care if you don't disturp the traffic or walkway.

[@AutoAfflicted]

I just like to say, outlandish things confuse the Americans who have never been across the pond.

[@BeNiceInfo]

@@AutoAfflicted understandable

[@TheCoutiynho]

9:28 If you park on the side and other cars are parked next to you, you run the risk of not being able to get in or out of the car. The door will not open.

[@AutoAfflicted]

So true - hatch is always an option

[@The_Flannelmeister]

What on earth are you doing prying up the front bonnet/hood to get to washer reservoir etc?? There is a catch each side of the front grille that you open and then the front lifts up and the whole thing lifts off. If you keep yanking it up like that, you will break it!!

[@AutoAfflicted]

Thankfully nothing broke and I never made this mistake again 🙏🏼

[@rogerfroud300]

Risk? What is that supposed to mean? I can understand that if you were talking about a Land Rover, Range Rover or Mini Cooper.

[@AutoAfflicted]

I guess the inherent risk of any unique car with limited parts support

[@jo-annharvey3036]

Really goes well hey .thought glad never through off on it..yeah commodore mountain hwy free drives....wonder if it's good runner for5 too 6 hours.And the return on you know on weathered returning.. Good really good for social media drives .cool hey Thank you back .🙂😜🤓👧💭💬💝🖤💛❤

[@slayer21]

it's just sad that americans don't get the typical Europe version first thing they have much more sub models and limited edition cars plus the turbo engine and a steptronic lever which is much more fun in my opinion I have a 14 fortwo pulse with 135 hp and it's so fast and fun

[@AutoAfflicted]

It is to bad for us Americans, as an Audi fan I longed for the early RS cars that were only available in Europe and Canada

[@slayer21]

@@AutoAfflicted Yeah I understand it's just I don't know why they didn't just give you guys the normal steptronic? it's not even that hard to use just like a normal steptronic and if you want it in auto mode u can click on the side of the lever for it to switch to auto mode

[@willwill5595]

80 mph he said, i don't feel like I'm going anywhere?!?!

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The highways surrounding my city are all 70 mph. And as you get out of the city, they increase to 80 and then eventually 85

[@Commandos12]

completely irrelevant but this man looks like Sips :D

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I had to looks Sips up, I’m not mad

[@sylviehaddad2323]

Does anyone know of a smart car mechanic in Southern California?

[@MrMarioandtanya]

Dude not the way to open hood 😢

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I’ll never live this down, now that it’s preserved for all eternity, for all to see

[@zaccampa4055]

I personally love my Smart Car.

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They are great cars

[@MrMr123]

This ANIMAL peals the hood back without unclipping the front.🥴😂 😂 😂.. hahaahah WTF

[@AutoAfflicted]

Hahaha no mercy 💪🏽

[@elphrictus7278]

Informational.

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🙏🏼

[@classicjeff2156]

So we just gonna skip the fact that there was a gun in the glove box 😂

[@AutoAfflicted]

🤣🤣 I’ve slipped this prop gun into a few different car reviews and you’re the first to comment.

[@motoringbob7556]

Most of your friends probably wouldn’t want to be seen in a Smart Car so only having seating for two shouldn’t be a problem lol

[@bigtyme7047]

What grade of gas do use in them?

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Highest octane in everything

[@imperiousartifact1473]

7 gallon tank, so cheap to fill up.

[@jimmyadams628]

Nice😊

[@snoopibn]

450cdi 6 speed all day long long distance travel for crossing eu the best

[@joevarga5982]

16:19 $1,500 gets you into Smart car? Where? On what Planet?

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I’ve seen used ones for that price even during covid, no guarantees

[@joevarga5982]

@@AutoAfflicted You probably didn't read the descriptions. $1,500 gets you a parts car without engine.

[@fasteddy07]

Smarty pants!

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😬

Dear lord, the way you opened that hood… didn’t you think if it requires force you’re doing something wrong?? There is a proper way to open it all the way, you have two latches in the front grille. Jess… read the owners manual

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Luckily no hoods were injured, live and learn I guess

[@speedwagon7562]

…holds 14 cases of beer… 12oz bottles, not cans…

[@suejordan6576]

Why you keep looking to the left? What going on over the left side?🤣

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People were creeping in the ally nearby

[@austinmatthews347]

You make me laugh watching a yank driving a toy car it juat doesnt look right us english grew up watch us cop series everyone drove huge 6 litre cars not wee toy cars

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Hahaha, maybe that’s why these small cars are so amusing to us yanks.

[@austinmatthews347]

@@AutoAfflicted although i visited vancouver 6 years ago and drove to seattle and i must say our cars have grown massively to the point the us / canada cars are now not as much bigger generally compared to ours of course you also have many that are basically the same as ours like ford fusion its a mondeo you also have focus mk3 i own one its an estate car thats english for station wagon. My focus as its lineage from escort which was europes secind from smallest car in fords lineup but yet its now about 4 inch wider than a granada and weighs 1475kg compared to the sweeney 3.0 granada ghia from the 70s which weighed around 1200kg its mad any huse mate me and my best mate are coming for 2 weeks road trip around central us starting at boston logan airport in sept hopibg to have a way great time meeting our us bros

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@austinmatthews347 yes all the small car have gotten fatter over the years ! I do love an estate, though mostly German, I did drive a Ford Taurus estate for a few weeks … I think that is kinda like a Mondeo . If you make it to Salt Lake City utah drop me a message

[@austinmatthews347]

@@AutoAfflicted i think that ay be a wee bit too far but fear not my love of your country and canada means i will be doing an arnie and saying "i'll be back" the us ha so much to see we will be doing a second holiday or in american a second vacation. there are a few big american cars in uk but they look a bit out of place on our tiny roads. also i think we have about 600000 americans living over hear cant for the life of me think why goodness knows but they re here.when i stayed in bc i was talking to a lady working in a shop in fort langlely and she was exited to be emmigrating to live with her english boyfriend in essex no way i said wow also on our way back through the canadian border the guy checking passports noticed my partner birth place was burnley lancasjire he said "my neighbour is from burnley she took moths to get over leaving burnley" i said obviously you have never seen burnley mate its a dump aha nice chatting with pal i will keep watching your vids

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@austinmatthews347 haahahahah funny shit! Thanks for the support

[@stevebrown661]

Your mMercedes sedan does not have a turning circle anywhere remotely close to a Smart

[@smarte.r.1450]

Jesus Christ man… if you’re gonna do a review on a car do some more research than the concept write up!! Ripping the service cover off like that is NOT how you do it and will absolutely snap or cause paint damage in colder climates … Safety cage?? No Tridion Safety Cell Mentioning the engine it’s a three cylinder Mitsubishi chain driven unit. Mercedes product built in a Renault factory … not all models have a glove box You can park in Europe where ever you want?? Clearly not been to Europe lately Engine has a lovely sound I agree. Gearbox is an automated manual using an actuator Not the most smooth of gearbox. You’ve been very generous there. This is and was designed as a city car. When people compare them for other things drives me mad. You don’t take a stretch limo off-roading. These aren’t meant for highways or motorways. They will do it.. but it’s not what it’s designed for Agree on the A pillar is a blind spot demon. The key to a long lasting Smart 451 is regular maintenance… make sure you find a specialist as I’ve had loads of questions when Smart ow era have been charged extortionate fees for simple fixes. They are reliable. They are fun. They are a city car so don’t expect to do regular 3 hour drives.

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Thank you for the review, you’re not wrong but slow I have a dry sense of humor

[@smarte.r.1450]

@@AutoAfflicted didn’t mean to offend sir! Respect to you for what you have. Be proud. I hear so many people beating on the lil fella. And often it’s because it’s not being used as intended. I have subscribers that have done 300k on the same engine. Be well. Drive safe sir!

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@smarte.r.1450 no offense taken

[@michaelfirestone7440]

BETTER IF IT WAS A EV.....LIKE MINE

[@miguelflores4937]

nice glock

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I’ve been placing this prop Glock in a bunch of my car reviews, usually it goes unnoticed

[@grandpa7088]

Or u could just sit in driver seat and put the other seat down easily 😆

[@Ystadtaxi]

And -ink inside

[@MrCadrigar]

This smart looks huuge

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I’m not very big