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jugernot · 05-10-2008, 04:29 AM

With gas prices being what they are in the Northern California Bay Area, I bought a new car for commuting to work. (70 miles round trip)

It has a 8.7 gallon tank which got me almost 300 miles on the first fill. It is called a Smart Car. I have not yet taken it to work, but fully expect to get some ribbing. I just hope they dont put it on the second floor patio.

HavinSomeFun · 05-10-2008, 04:52 AM

where is the other half?

Riveted1 · 05-10-2008, 04:53 AM

Those are actually cool cars. Check these out:

Diablo 1

Diablo 2

Monster

dieselarmy13 · 05-10-2008, 05:00 AM

When I was stationed in Germany, me and a buddy rented one of those things. I know you never seen me, and I am no meathead, but I'm about 6'0, 200 lbs, and my buddy is 6'1, 240.......let's just say we had a lot of fun, jumped some small "road obstacles" and in general, just beat the hell out of it for fun. We got laughed at, but we were laughing more. And no one makes fun of you at the gas station, that's for damn sure!

Scott Webster · 05-10-2008, 05:02 AM

Now it needs some way to stuff a 350 in it. Course, it would be easier to put wheels and a seat on a 350 !!! I'd drive one if it did all the stuff from the first and second videos.

72BlckButy · 05-10-2008, 05:07 AM

Hey it will save you $$$$ in the end for the truck! What's the price range for one of those?

Now all you have to do it try to graft a '72 front end on the front like the little rigs in Japan.

Sillyoldman · 05-10-2008, 05:08 AM

Personally I'd like one, but dont think I would fit in it. As far as heklers, forget about it. There's no shame in preserving a household budget.

72BlckButy · 05-10-2008, 05:14 AM

Great vids!

70c10 · 05-10-2008, 05:31 AM

Looks like a neat car!

thegame55974 · 05-10-2008, 06:00 AM

Cool car, how's the legroom in that?

hotrodhomi · 05-10-2008, 06:29 AM

I hope you never get in a wreck while driving that.

jugernot · 05-10-2008, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Hey it will save you $$$$ in the end for the truck! What's the price range for one of those?

Now all you have to do it try to graft a '72 front end on the front like the little rigs in Japan.

If you get the model I bought without upgrades, it would cost you about $14,000. I got a few upgrades including a DOUG THORLEY HEADER and EXHAUST, which should give me about 6 more horsepower.

**FleetsidePaul** · 05-10-2008, 07:06 AM

Kinda reminds me of the 1958 BMW Isetta we had when I was a kid.

Z16 · 05-10-2008, 07:13 AM

I've had mine for a couple months now. Great car. 4 star crash rating. They have been up here for a few years now, and I have seen a couple in wrecks. Very safe car.

Everyone who has ridden in mine can't believe how big the car feels inside. Not a rocketship, but who cares, I get high 48mpg (imperial gallon)in town.

We are planning a roadtrip in ours to LA in a month. Can't wait.

dan42 · 05-10-2008, 07:43 AM

They are basically a glorified go-cart. But hey, go-carts can be fun too.

lukecp · 05-10-2008, 08:34 AM

How do they do on the highway at speed? I saw one here in town the other day for the first time. I think they'd be great for buzzing around town. I watched a Top Gear where they crash-tested some and they did quite well, basically a steel cage around the occupants.

CG · 05-10-2008, 08:39 AM

I like em alot. They make a sort of convertible version thats pretty cool. I personally dont give a rip about what anyone says about any car or truck I drive. I have almost 95 thousand miles on my Scion XB.

I dont understand the part about spending over 14 grand on a car to save on gas though. Math doesn't add up in my head =)

lukecp · 05-10-2008, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by CG

I dont understand the part about spending over 14 grand on a car to save on gas though. Math doesn't add up in my head =)

$2550 for my used Saturn 4 years ago, since then I've put 60k miles on it with only minor repairs and maintenance, it usually gets 38-40 mpg on the highway, with a best of 43.5. Its actually really easy to work on, giving it a tune up only takes 25 minutes or so, oil changes take about 15, and I put all new engine/transaxle mounts in it in about 3 hours. It does need new struts though and I'm not looking forward to that.

AceX · 05-10-2008, 01:12 PM

The dealership here in Sac is right next door to the stereo shop I frequent. We were talking about them and figured out that we could almost bolt in a Hyabusa motorcycle motor. Problem is that the tranny wouldn't take it.

They are kinda cool and are super light. The entire body is made of recycle-able plastics and the cars are fairly cheap and REALLY small. I wouldn't be caught dead in one, but I see the appeal.

For those of you who hate them, don't knock it 'til you try it. They are a neat little car and if any of you have kids going to college, these might just be a good little car for them to use for a few years.

62 C60 · 05-10-2008, 01:25 PM

Go to youtube and search "smart car crash test" I'm in a hurry to leave or I would do it.

rod86 · 05-10-2008, 02:10 PM

those things are awsome, driven a few, great fun in the wet...

Z16 · 05-10-2008, 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CG

I dont understand the part about spending over 14 grand on a car to save on gas though. Math doesn't add up in my head =)

My truck gets 8mpg. The Smart gets 48. Do the math again. It won't take long before it pays for itself.

Try this for a Busa conversion. Only a kit away.

http://www.smartuki.com/

larry may · 05-10-2008, 04:19 PM

I'll stick with the old school. lol

http://www.objflicks.com/CarsWeDrove.htm

JON67 · 05-10-2008, 04:31 PM

OK, I did the math. It could be off, but I think its sorta right. I figured how much you spend a day on gas at 8mpg and at 48 mpg subtracted the difference then divided $14,500 by that number.

With that logic it will take 14.5 years before the car pays for itself.

67ChevyRedneck · 05-10-2008, 04:34 PM

I hope I NEVER cross paths with one in my Silverado on the highway

YouTube - Smart Car Crash Test

They do really well in low speed accidents. Even the side impact test looked really good.

YouTube - SmartCar ForTwo Crash Test - Side Impact

05-10-2008, 04:29 AM	#1
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	My New Ride With gas prices being what they are in the Northern California Bay Area, I bought a new car for commuting to work. (70 miles round trip) It has a 8.7 gallon tank which got me almost 300 miles on the first fill. It is called a Smart Car. I have not yet taken it to work, but fully expect to get some ribbing. I just hope they dont put it on the second floor patio. Attached Images __________________ Project Name: LEMON DROP. Reconstruction started "December 2000". Projected completion date "Who knows" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200082

05-10-2008, 04:52 AM	#2
HavinSomeFun Still Just Havin Some Fun! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Piedmont, Oklahoma Posts: 1,145	Re: My New Ride where is the other half? __________________ a green one with some stuff done to it....

05-10-2008, 05:00 AM	#4
dieselarmy13 Phone's ringin Dude. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 1,426	Re: My New Ride When I was stationed in Germany, me and a buddy rented one of those things. I know you never seen me, and I am no meathead, but I'm about 6'0, 200 lbs, and my buddy is 6'1, 240.......let's just say we had a lot of fun, jumped some small "road obstacles" and in general, just beat the hell out of it for fun. We got laughed at, but we were laughing more. And no one makes fun of you at the gas station, that's for damn sure! __________________ I pitty the fool with only two headlights!! 2003 SILVERADO SS--THE NEW GIRL 1972 GMC--THE OLD GIRL

05-10-2008, 05:02 AM	#5
Scott Webster Sheetmetal Psycho Join Date: May 2005 Location: athens PA Posts: 515	Re: My New Ride Now it needs some way to stuff a 350 in it. Course, it would be easier to put wheels and a seat on a 350 !!! I'd drive one if it did all the stuff from the first and second videos. __________________ I didn't say you were stupid, but I was thinking it... I need a check up from the neck up! Project "Rigginstine's Monster" 1971 C-10 longbed 355/4spd Future mods: 67 front clip Webby's Rigginations - where everything has potential!

05-10-2008, 05:07 AM	#6
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: My New Ride Hey it will save you $$$$ in the end for the truck! What's the price range for one of those? Now all you have to do it try to graft a '72 front end on the front like the little rigs in Japan. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 05-10-2008 at 05:08 AM.

05-10-2008, 05:08 AM	#7
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: My New Ride Personally I'd like one, but dont think I would fit in it. As far as heklers, forget about it. There's no shame in preserving a household budget. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.* Last edited by Sillyoldman; 05-10-2008 at 05:13 AM.

05-10-2008, 05:14 AM	#8
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: My New Ride Great vids! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

05-10-2008, 05:31 AM	#9
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,856	Re: My New Ride Looks like a neat car! __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

05-10-2008, 06:00 AM	#10
thegame55974 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Wahpeton N.D. Posts: 182	Re: My New Ride Cool car, how's the legroom in that? __________________ Crime doesn't pay...Does that mean my job is a crime??? -Nate Drivers and Projects 1995 GMC 1979 3/4 Chevy, 1978 Suburban 1996 Dodge Dakota Sport 2009 Kia Spectra 5

05-10-2008, 06:29 AM	#11
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: My New Ride I hope you never get in a wreck while driving that. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

05-10-2008, 07:06 AM	#13
FleetsidePaul R.I.P. E.S.L.L. Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kernville CA./ Lake Isabella CA. Posts: 11,418	Re: My New Ride Kinda reminds me of the 1958 BMW Isetta we had when I was a kid. __________________ 1971 Custom C/20 1970 CST 20 1970 C/30 Flatbed 1983 C/30 Dually 2015 Corvette Z51 2021 Corvette Z51 1991 Cadillac Hearse 1982 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz 2000 Porsche Boxster S 2020 Jeep Gladiator 1973 VW Thing 1973 Plymouth Satellite wagon 1963 Baja Bug 1959 Bug Dune Buggy 1970 Baja Bug 1987 Jaguar XJ 350. R.I.P. El Jay R.I.P Jessie. R.I.P Grumpy. Every day is a gift from God.

05-10-2008, 07:13 AM	#14
Z16 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,508	Re: My New Ride I've had mine for a couple months now. Great car. 4 star crash rating. They have been up here for a few years now, and I have seen a couple in wrecks. Very safe car. Everyone who has ridden in mine can't believe how big the car feels inside. Not a rocketship, but who cares, I get high 48mpg (imperial gallon)in town. We are planning a roadtrip in ours to LA in a month. Can't wait. __________________ 98 GMC Sierra Ex Cab, cowl hood, Euro LED lights, 30 bar billet, Whipple Supercharged 350 Vortec: Forged flattops, E-Tec aluminum heads, Comp Cam, Scat crank and rods, Granatelli Mass air flow, Headers, Flowmaster exhaust , Complete MSD Ignition, Custom Tuning, intake spacer , ported throttle body, AC Delco port injection upgrade, Roller Rockers, Power Pulleys. Gear Vendors Overdrive. Soon to hit a dyno. 2/4 drop(for now). 95 Chevy S-10 Ex Cab 4.3 5 Speed 2/3 drop, Euro lights, billet grill, More to come. The Daily Driver Last edited by Z16; 05-10-2008 at 07:17 AM.

05-10-2008, 07:43 AM	#15
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: My New Ride They are basically a glorified go-cart. But hey, go-carts can be fun too. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

05-10-2008, 08:34 AM	#16
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	Re: My New Ride How do they do on the highway at speed? I saw one here in town the other day for the first time. I think they'd be great for buzzing around town. I watched a Top Gear where they crash-tested some and they did quite well, basically a steel cage around the occupants. __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

05-10-2008, 08:39 AM	#17
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,035	Re: My New Ride I like em alot. They make a sort of convertible version thats pretty cool. I personally dont give a rip about what anyone says about any car or truck I drive. I have almost 95 thousand miles on my Scion XB. I dont understand the part about spending over 14 grand on a car to save on gas though. Math doesn't add up in my head =) Last edited by CG; 05-10-2008 at 08:40 AM.



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62 C60 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Surrounded by corn in, Indiana Posts: 404	Re: My New Ride Go to youtube and search "smart car crash test" I'm in a hurry to leave or I would do it. __________________ -Jake 1962 C60 261 I6 5+2spd I like to be different Interior- Puke green dash, brown vinyl seat from an 87. Exterior- Rust 1993 Full Size Blazer 4x4 Stock for now. If you have a truck everyone is your friend. When they need to move.

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05-10-2008, 04:19 PM	#23
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05-10-2008, 04:31 PM	#24
JON67 Lootie Stole My Truck Join Date: May 2001 Location: Mountlake Terrace WA USA Posts: 822	Re: My New Ride OK, I did the math. It could be off, but I think its sorta right. I figured how much you spend a day on gas at 8mpg and at 48 mpg subtracted the difference then divided $14,500 by that number. With that logic it will take 14.5 years before the car pays for itself.

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