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#58 of 72 Importing a Smart ForTwo from Canada by trainhead2000 Jul 27, 2006 (12:05 pm)
Has anyone actually imported a Smart ForTwo from Canada? Since Canada uses the same emission standards and similar safety standards, this should not be that difficult. If anyone has done this, would you share your experience(s)? Canadian cars should be of great interest if you want a diesel. Also, since this car has been sold in Canada for several years, there are used vehicles available.   I notice that a French company is offering Smart ForTwo's (the 'Passion', as I recall) for auction on eBay. They indicate that they will provide a US-sufficient letter of compliance from the maker. They are clearly aiming their sales at the US market. Any thoughts? Replies to this message: snakeweasel (Jul 27, 2006 12:25 pm)
#59 of 72 Re: Importing a Smart ForTwo from Canada [trainhead2000] by snakeweasel Jul 27, 2006 (12:25 pm)
Replying to: trainhead2000 (Jul 27, 2006 12:05 pm) They indicate that they will provide a US-sufficient letter of compliance from the maker.   I'll file that under "I will believe that when I see that".   Yeah they can give a letter of compliance, but that doesn't mean it will pass U.S. standards and/or inspections. I would hate to spend all that money only for it not to be able to get through customs or certified for road use here.
#60 of 72 Doesn't by jchan2 Jul 27, 2006 (7:52 pm)
ZapCar sell a modified Smart ForTwo to American buyers who are deeply interested? They charge a severe premium, but when it arrives it will be street legal.   This is all moot. Smart's coming to the US in 2008 anyways, so unless you're desperate for a Smart right now, then you might as well wait.
#62 of 72 Re: Smart cars are cool [deaner14] by bcmalibu99ls Sep 06, 2006 (11:08 pm)
Replying to: deaner14 (Dec 02, 2005 3:34 pm) I believe Smart starts at around 20K Canadian here in Vancouver. Should be around 20K USD as well, I would imagine. Seriously, almost no one even looks at these cuties after several years of them being on the road. People got used to PT Cruiser, then to Element, now Toyota FJ Cruiser is the head turner, but time changes everything...
#63 of 72 Concept Chevy Beat vs smart for two by jim1462 Apr 10, 2007 (11:43 am)
The Chevy Beat shown at the New York Auto Show looks like a potential competitor to the smart that will begin selling in the U.S. in 2008. I believe GM/Chevy would do well if they decide to produce the Chevy Beat.
#64 of 72 I want the Hybrid TDI! by plekto Apr 13, 2007 (3:37 pm)
I ran across an older article about how they made a hybrid Smart with a TDI engine.   80mpg!   I'd gladly pay more for one. A lot more in fact.
#65 of 72 Smarts for distance by astronomer1 Sep 07, 2007 (8:49 am)
Anyone know how they do for longer travel? Mine would be a 40 mile per day RT commute at country highway speed (55+).
#66 of 72 Re: Smart Thoughts [stshepard] by jschnar Sep 27, 2007 (11:52 pm)
Replying to: stshepard (Jul 03, 2006 10:44 am) Don't forget to order the tire patching kit. A pump would be handy too. Oh you won't have to order a spare; it doesn't have one.
#67 of 72 Re: Check my comment on Karl's blog [6sptl] by jschnar Sep 28, 2007 (12:01 am)
Replying to: 6sptl (Jul 15, 2006 6:06 pm) It is a neat little package and would be better than my couple friend's two motorcycles. IMO and that of a friend it is just an office commuter car for one or two, which would be justified if 50% it's current price. You'll need another car if you and your wife want to go grocery shopping together or to the golf course.   So instead of this Dumb car a much better option for a single car family would be the Toyota Yaris.

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