I love this car it's great just shifts a little weird at first

@hybrid32494

7 жыл бұрын

yes lol, your right. Ive had this car almost two years now and it seems normal to me, of course I always use the paddle shifters while driving. But I Rem on the first test drive I though it was broken, hahaha. Still get around 40-43 MPG even in heavy traffic.

@michaelsuzio4364

4 жыл бұрын

I just got one last week I really like mine it's a 2008 70k miles Excellent condition for the year it's in Lava Orange with orange seats!!!!!...was looking at 2014-2015 Chevy Sparks/mirage n a couple other old cars before finding the Smart

Knowledge is power my friend! I switched over to 4 identical Genius rear wheels. Gave me a ton of tire options and now I can rotate all 4 tires to help even out the wear :)

@hybrid32494

5 жыл бұрын

how does the car drive with the 4 identical wheels? how is the turning radius, the same?

have a smart fortwo 2011 and even though it was mostly like a spontanious purchase im gonna keep this and sell my rav4, i love this car and dont need anything else tbh, live alone and no kids, life is good B)

@hybrid32494

7 жыл бұрын

what model year is your rav4. I also have a 2006 rav4 limited in my fam. And honestly both cars are just about as rough riding, lol. So you'r not missing out much. Are you using the premium in your smart btw?

@hybrid32494

7 жыл бұрын

what about your oil changes. I do my own with this car, Check my page for a video I made with a top side oil extractor. So quick and cheap that way.

@t_rex8767

7 жыл бұрын

its a 1996 with extra wide fenders and tyres and sports-airfilter. premium-gas? in Norway we have leadfree 98 and 95 im not handy in any way and the workshop is next to my office so thats easy to get fixed :)

@hybrid32494

7 жыл бұрын

very early rav4 you have, they were not a rough riding I hope back then. You guys have 95 and 98 octane there? Our premium fuel here in the US is 93 octane at most. Ive never seen higher at any gas station here.

@t_rex8767

7 жыл бұрын

it works pretty well to be that old, yes 95 and 98 octane

Love this car. Just picked one up. But I had to toss the skinny little front wheels, it made highway driving and general handling feel way too unstable. So Im now running two rear wheels at the from with the same 175/55/15 tires that I got at a junk yard. Wow what a difference! I'm keeping it till it dies. Then I'll recycle the wheels on a newer model if they're still around when I'm done with this one.

Dang! I was wrong. Finally found the brochure showing the options for the 2011 Fortwo. You are right, power steering was optional. My apologies. As to the differing tire sizes front to rear, I am going to have to dig up my source. I recall it being due to the car having a tendency to oversteer. They reduced the front tire size to produce understeer, which is safer - easier for the average driver to handle.

@hybrid32494

7 жыл бұрын

no worries, now we both def know for sure about the steering. I gotta say tho, other than in tight parking I love the steering feel at speeds. Also as an observation, I've noticed the front tires wear extremely slow compared to the rear tires. Not complaining either, only one manufactures makes them and they are pricey all around.

Such a great and I Informative review buddy! I like this car very much and I am thinking of buying one of these to get to college.. Just some things I have noticed: In some of these models the steering wheel is different from the one you have.. is there different editions or its completely random which car has which steering wheel? Also I have noticed that in some cars there's a touch screen instead of buttons etc and there's also a rev limiter and a clock on the dash.. these things are considered Extras and are optional?

@hybrid32494

5 жыл бұрын

hey buddy!! You're right about the slight steering wheel differences, it has to do with the trim levels and the years in some of them. Mine is the PASSION, so it has the leather covered wheel, with paddle shifters. Try to look for only a passion trim level, otherwise you won't even have power windows or a radio. In terms for the RPM (tachometer) gauge and the clock, those were optional on the higher trim levels, usually the Leather interior models have them. The touch screen is the nav system in the newer models, have not seen many of them for sale.

@johnkoutoulakis8775

5 жыл бұрын

@@hybrid32494 Oh great thanks man!! So now I have a better idea for what to look for.. mine personal choice would be white exterior colour with silver just like yours,paddle shifters,tacometer and clock Cheers man

@JDDevice

4 жыл бұрын

@@johnkoutoulakis8775 Also, look for used rear wheels at a scrap yard. Toss the skinny front wheels and marvel at how stable and solid the little guy feels.

You may want to do some research before your vids. The reason for the narrower front tires is NOT because of a lack of power steering. Also, the convertible does not have a removable top, but a retractable one. Finally, the Passion comes standard with power steering. Now it is possible it was ordered without it as yours does not have the panoramic roof either. Other than that, very good video! I can hear you clearly, the picture quality is good, and you covered some good details! The floor height is something I never noticed :)

@hybrid32494

7 жыл бұрын

Im pretty sure that power steering is not standard on Passion models for this year. I read that the majority of the convertibles do have power steering but not any other models. In terms or physics, it is correct to say that thinner tires would be easier to steer due to lower friction (are you denying this)? . Nonetheless thanks for watching and the comment..

My fav car :p

@hybrid32494

5 жыл бұрын

hey buddy! thanks. You have one of these?

@lukaweixler

5 жыл бұрын

No i’m 15

Hello. How is this vehicle in the mud and snow and how is it in going over humps.

Is that the standard speakers you have in your car? And have you had any repairs?

@hybrid32494

7 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching. and YES, everything in this car is original. As of todays date i have owned the car around 14 months, no repairs. Ive changed the oil myself with the orig Mobile 1 Synthetic formula M and FRAM synthetic filter (cost 35 bucks total). Was very easy to do if you buy any cheap oil extractor. ill try to make a video about it soon. This video was literally made two weeks after purchasing the car from a dealership.

It’s great car and it’s safe more money

@hybrid32494

3 жыл бұрын

hey buddy! thanks for watching! This is a highly underrated car, but it drives great, is cheap to own, and is pretty interesting if you like weird cars like this. I still own it, and it has not had a single fault.

With gas at $7.75 a gallon at some places in Canada, why aren't there more of these on the road?

not so many years ago we were all thought to only steer you car when you were moving , not stationary , power steering has made people lazy , as soon as the car is moving slightly steering is very light !

nice tailgate! What the weight capacity on that tailgate?

@hybrid32494

5 жыл бұрын

hello, thanks for watching!! I have sat on mine many times, no problems. I weight around 170 LB. I google searched it and it says 100KG, so about 220 pounds. I would not go over 190 though, honestly.

@515ventures3

5 жыл бұрын

@@hybrid32494 Okay i think i would destroy it then lol

@hybrid32494

5 жыл бұрын

lol, I;ve had ppl 6 foot 3 and 280 in this car, and they said it was spacious enough. These cars have extremely good use of interior space, remarkable engineering in my opinion. I should do a video on the engineering choices made in this car to make it so good at what it does.

@515ventures3

5 жыл бұрын

hybrid32494 Ya for sure. That would be cool. My comment is more about what my weight is and sitting on that tailgate. I’d break the tailgate. lol. Good video

@Lincolnator721

4 жыл бұрын

@@hybrid32494 found out that this generation smart has a Mitsubishi engine. And did a little research, some have said it's not all that reliable. But, because of my height, I'd have to deal with a little more than average repairs. This car is roomy.

Is there a phone charger port in the car?

@hybrid32494

6 жыл бұрын

hello!!!. There is a regular 12V auxiliary charger just like any car, is that what you wanted to know? In the glovebox there is also a USB and AUX ports.

@MrUsername1191

6 жыл бұрын

hybrid32494 yup thanks!

Bravissimo mi fai da scuola guida.

@andreapietrucci8508

4 жыл бұрын

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Hey! I just got the same model, but whenever I put on my phone charger and press « media » the radio says « device unavailable”, and so I can’t charge my phone or even listen to my own playlist... do you know how to fix it? :(

@hybrid32494

3 жыл бұрын

hey bro! are you using the AUX plug in the glovebox? that is the AUX input for this car, it does work, I have tried it. I think you're trying to use the cig style plug under the dashboard, am I right? So it will power a charger but I don't think it can recognize AUX audio input, that is your issue here. Needless to say I mostly listen to FM radio, lol. You need to try this amzn.to/3gIAziG. This is an AUX bluetooth adapter, it will work for audio directly thru the car's speakers for you.

@melike2459

3 жыл бұрын

hybrid32494 I just ordered it this morning!!! Hope it’ll work, thank you so much ☺️

@melike2459

3 жыл бұрын

hybrid32494 but how do you charge your phone?

was going to purchase one until I saw the amount of labor needed just to change the alternator. Have to drop the engine to remove it. $$$$$$.

I am thinking of purchasing a low mileage 2014. Can anyone tell me if their smart has been reliable? The only thing scaring my away is the maintenance and reliability. Thanks

@hybrid32494

3 жыл бұрын

hey buddy! I still own this car and have had absolutely ZERO problems with it. Keep in mind I do my own oil changes and always check everything thoroughly. The oil changes are very easy just buy a 5 quart jug of MOBILE 1 synthetic and a FRAM synthetic oil filter then use a 30 dollar oil extractor pump to suck oil directly out of the dip stick hole (yes it works). Then just pour the oil in, there is a video of me doing that on here if you ever need step by step info. Otherwise the car is pretty solid if you purchase a good low mileage one to begin with.

@toddcrumbaker1207

3 жыл бұрын

@@hybrid32494 Thank you for the info I appreciate it.

@hybrid32494

3 жыл бұрын

You got it bro! Feel free to ask any car related questions, i love cars, ive also a couple other older cars. My daily isa 2008 prius btw, its getting an averagebof 54 mpg lately.

If people would learn how to drive this car properly they would understand it, it drives like a manual. Once you feel it start to change gears let off the gas for a second, and then press it back. This is how you shift a smart car yes, you have to be more involved but, it gives you control. And who does not talk about the buttons at the Smart car has on the tip of the gas. The smart car is not fucking slow if you learn how to drive

great review,,, I'm planning to take one (2011), what to look for, where is the weak spot? Thanks...

@hybrid32494

8 жыл бұрын

+Ivan T Check the oil and the coolant in the front of the car. This car uses mobil 1 synthetic oil and needs to be changed every 10,000 miles. Just make sure its clean and the engine isn't full of dirty oil buildup on parts. Also these cars have brake light switch issues, apparently it can cause the ESC light to be on and sometime you cannot shift from park. Any small issue is relatively obvious on these small and simple cars, so you'll know right away when looking and driving one. good luck, let me know.

@mybugatti100

8 жыл бұрын

+hybrid32494 I'm thinking of getting a 2008 Smart Pure. Is there anything I should keep in mind with buying an used smart with 70,000 miles?

@hybrid32494

8 жыл бұрын

+mybugatti100 thanks, you should drive at least 2 of these to compare how they run, they are very unique cars and if you don't know how a good one runs then you would think yours is broken. I drove one other before buying this one. Check the oil filter to see if its a SMART brand one or some aftermarket one, mine was SMART. Check the coolant level upfront, otherwise leaks are obvious on this car, engine is tiny. A Smart oil change is around 150 from the dealership, a high mile one could show signs of money saving oil changes, these cars can only use MOBILE 1 synthetic.

@mybugatti100

8 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks a lot, I'll keep that in mind. I really like the compactness of the car for city driving.

@hybrid32494

8 жыл бұрын

+mybugatti100 and BTW, most of them do not have power steering. Pretty hard to steer if you are not moving at all. But drives and handles fine even at 60mph. AND insurance is very cheap compared to average cars.

My dream car please who can order to Azerbaijan for me please if you buy for me you are very good people ❤️

how to keep people from stealing my hood?

@hybrid32494

8 жыл бұрын

you should have a nylon strap that connects your actually plastic hood to the car itself. Mine is literally ties to the car and cannot be taken, unless its cut off ofcourse.

@chubrikzhopa4881

8 жыл бұрын

Well my strap is ripped out of course maybe I should put a wire so the ducks will have to spent more time stealing

شكد سعره بلعراق

And for the love of God, don't hang your arm out of the window. That's how you get your arm taken off in a sideswipe collision.

@hybrid32494

4 жыл бұрын

hey man!!! you're right, I never do that actually, it was just here for a short time. Eitherway, I see you got a Lincoln logo as your youtube image. Do you see my 2004 Lincoln LS V8 in the background!! I still got it, love it. I've got some cool vids on it.

@Lincolnator721

4 жыл бұрын

@@hybrid32494Alright, I was concerned because I see drivers do it all the time and it gives me the impression that they don't care about their driving and are too nonchalant. I will check out the Lincoln LS videos! Always thought the front end of those looked a little like a BMW lol.

@hybrid32494

4 жыл бұрын

you're a good person for caring, that's doing the right thing, I totally agree with you. And yes, this Lincoln LS was a direct competitor to the BMW 540 of the time, it actually beat it in a Slalom test too. many people this it looks like an older 7 series also. Luckily it's pretty cheap in terms of service since it's a Ford with a Jaguar motor, LOL.

I'm glad you turned off that tinny radio. Oh my God you turned that crap radio on again !!!!!!!