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1094 messages, Last post on Jul 28, 2008 at 4:35 AM
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I'd agree with everything you said if only the Smart were less expensive. My point is for about the same price as the Smart, there are better choices. It'll be interesting to see how the Smart retains its value. If its depreciation is similar to the MINI's, then I'll reevaluate my opinion regarding the Smart, because it will mean that the market considers it a good value. If it suffers rapid depreciation, as I suspect, then the smart buyer would be well served to buy a two year old, low mileage Smart for, say, $8,000. |
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| ...if a Smart was priced like the average lawn tractor or a modestly-priced motorcycle, I'd definately consider one. As it is, there are better alternatives. | |
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Replying to: hpmctorque (May 09, 2008 5:32 am)
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Replying to: hpmctorque (May 09, 2008 5:32 am) That will be interesting to see, as they may not even be done with the current order backlog by January 2010, never mind whoever else signs up in the next 18 months. |
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Replying to: nwng (May 09, 2008 7:06 am) |
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...but it would be something to see a city street scene where all the vehicles are Smarts, Minis, Aveos, Fits, and Yarises. Heck, throw in a few Honda 600s for a retro touch.
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Replying to: lemko (May 09, 2008 7:36 am) FWIW - I like the Smart, but if I were dead, I hope no one catches me driving one. |
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Replying to: lemko (May 09, 2008 7:36 am) 
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Replying to: hpmctorque (May 09, 2008 3:36 am) That said, anywhere outside of a tight parking situation you're absolutely right - the Smart is selling more on image than economics.
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"...the problem with that car had to with frequent visits to Le Garage." Clever play on words! Unfortunately, it's true from what I've heard. Too bad, because the Renault 5 (LeCar in the U.S.) was fuel and space efficient, rode well for a small car, and in its quirky way, was cute |
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