Year: 2024
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Smart Models and Generations
Since the first Smart car left the factory, there has been a growing list of models on offer. Some of these have been built by Mercedes, some in partnership with, Mitsubishi, Renault and latest Geely. Smart Fortwo 450 The original Smart Fortwo was in production between 1998 and 2007. Originally it was called the City-Coupé,…
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The Smart Fortwo has a cap holder in the fuel door
Many Smart Fortwo owners aren’t aware, that there is a hidden fuel cap holder on the fuel door/flap. This prevents the cap from dangling down, scratching the cars plastic, and getting dirt in the fuel tank via the cap. The Smart Fortwo 451 has a under-dimensioned plastic ridge, that holds the fuel cap while you…
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I wish I had taken my Smart Fortwo to England
I needed to go to England on short notice to attend a funeral, and after considering how to get there, I ended up ordering a plane ticket to Gatwick, and booking a rental car. I thought about driving there, but in order to spend more time with family instead of on the road the choice…
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All season, or Summer and Winter tyres?
I know that the topic of All season vs Summer and Winter tyres is a hotly debated one, that can get borderline religious. Until very recently, I couldn’t dream of not having two sets of wheels for any car I owned (except for my old Ford Mustang that never saw a winter road, and my…