Haters
I'm getting a little tired of the haters.
My Domo-kun has been spit on twice, and people have left me crass notes about my "death-trap." People will engage me in discussions about my car and loudly state that they "just know it isn't safe" or that "it actually sucks for gas mileage." People love to tell me horror stories about small cars (because apparently all small cars are the same) getting into terrible wrecks or being blown off highways or bridges, leading to some terrible, tragic death. I'm sick to death of people talking about how "there's no space for kids" while pointedly looking at my engagement ring and flat, childless belly.
I love my smart. I love it every day. I don't presume that others will love it as much, or even understand why I got it. My choice is not made less valid simply because others have made different transportation choices.
I admit that I do not understand the need to own a Land Raper that runs on endangered animals. However, I do not go around regaling SUV owners with the rollover rates for their suburban tank. It's common courtesy. I do not see why my Domo does not deserve the same consideration.
My Domo-kun has been spit on twice, and people have left me crass notes about my "death-trap." People will engage me in discussions about my car and loudly state that they "just know it isn't safe" or that "it actually sucks for gas mileage." People love to tell me horror stories about small cars (because apparently all small cars are the same) getting into terrible wrecks or being blown off highways or bridges, leading to some terrible, tragic death. I'm sick to death of people talking about how "there's no space for kids" while pointedly looking at my engagement ring and flat, childless belly.
I love my smart. I love it every day. I don't presume that others will love it as much, or even understand why I got it. My choice is not made less valid simply because others have made different transportation choices.
I admit that I do not understand the need to own a Land Raper that runs on endangered animals. However, I do not go around regaling SUV owners with the rollover rates for their suburban tank. It's common courtesy. I do not see why my Domo does not deserve the same consideration.
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Permalink Reply by L Kern on -
I had one note left on my car, but it was by a student leaving high school, so I can almost expect that. I've had no other issues with folks as rude as you describe. As a matter of fact it's been universally positive. However, I AM prepared for the come-backs.
There are a certain number of half-wits, wads and a smattering of feeble-minded, and nothing you say or do will change that. As a matter of fact the real hard-core haters might stab you if confronted. They are insane, so steer clear and pray they get help.
I carry a digital camera with me at all times.
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Permalink Reply by Pete on -
wow - thats pretty harsh stuff. I get a few "geniuses" that seem to know every other car I should have bought as well. Most of em are just jealous as far as I can see. This negative talk usually comes out after they find out they can't get one right away : )
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Permalink Reply by Suzie on -
People who come to talk to me about Mathilde are divided into two camps, that is for sure. But, 90% are on the admiration side and approach me with big smiles. Then there is that 10%. One crotchety old guy said to me in his little drawl, "What happens when you git hit by a semi?" I told him in all my years of driving that it hadn't happened yet.
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Permalink Reply by flasmartdad on -
when I first bought my smart people at work made fun of my car ,I heard wheres the rest of the car ,who owns the clown car ,that was back in february ,I work with alot of people who own ford SUV's Hummers,Lincoln Navigators, now thier asking me where they can buy a smart car, in the last 30 days I bet 5 have got rid of their suv's, I even had my boss offer me amost double what I paid for my smart,and it would still could out cheaper him him than his monthly payment and the cost of gas,so for anyone who hates them ,its thier loss ,they have been around for 10 years in Europe and most other cars are the same size ,the trucks over thier are like ours, and you dont hear about people every day being killed in thier smart cars,I look at it this way ,if gas gets as expensive as it is over thier, 9.00-11.00 per gallon, who will be laughing then ,me or them
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Permalink Reply by nemo on -
I was following a slow accent in the right lane, doing about 55 in a 65 zone. An SUV passed me and 2 kids were hanging out the windows giving me the finger with both hands. I can't even begin to comprehend their reasoning, if I can even call it that. I had a conversation with a guy who made a point of informing me about a youtube video where the car crashed at 65mph into a piller and the "engine" ended up in the front seat. I showed him that the engine was in the back. I also said I doubt anyone in a 65 mpg crash like that in any car would survive.
On the other hand, lots of people are very inquisitive and eager to find out about the smart. I don't think I'll ever get tired of the looks and stares. Especially at the gas pump :)
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Permalink Reply by Mark on -
I've had one negative response. A fine young gentleman said, "I'll run over your little "crap" box with mah truck". I smiled, and said "Not to worry, the little crap box will drive right by the gas station you will be pulling in to." As I pulled off, his friend in the truck was laughing hysterically. Everyone else has smiled, waved, beeped, gave thumbs up, and generally seemed enthralled by the car. Life is good.
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Permalink Reply by Billo on -
I haven't run across any haters. Well, there WAS one, I guess. I was stopped at a stoplight, turning left, when a grade school bus turned in front of me. I had the top down and, as I looked up, I was greeted with window after window of angelic, smiling, giggling little faces. Except for the last one. He was a little guy of maybe 7 or 8...who was flipping me the bird WITH BOTH HANDS!
Wow...a kid after my own heart!! I nearly fell out of the car I was laughing so hard!
I have a rule. If you approach me and engage in smart car talk, you MUST pose with itibiti. Not one person has refused, and all have big smiles on their faces by the time I'm done with them.
I also give them a card I printed. It has a picture of itibiti's vanity plate, the address to itibiti's web site, a link to smart USA and a link our local dealer...smart center Bloomfield. I tell them the links have "everything you ever wanted to know about smart cars", but were afaid to ask!
I then tell them to give me a day or so, go to my web page, click the "itibiti friends" link and look for their smiling mug.
It works everytime.
In all fainess, I should state that I AM bigger than the average bear (Yogi...anyone??...anyone??), so maybe they don't want to say anthing negative...just in case I get pissed off easily! Probably a good idea, actually!
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Permalink Reply by Keith on -
I've had people say that they would be concerned driving such a small car, because it would be wrecked if hit by one of those inner city over achievers driving an gas guzzling SUV that would never see 4 wheel drive in its lifetime (my sarcastic interpretation). My response is always, "so, I should by an SUV larger than any one else's just in case I happen to get into an accident?" Should I plan my life taking into account every possibility? I love my Smart and will take my chances. We have to start somewhere.
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Permalink Reply by Dana on -
That sux, I am sorry to hear that. All I can say is: Be more agressive when you engage them, if they insist, use profanity or just tell them to do a little research before making snap judgments about the "safety" of your car. Ask them, "What Are you, a crash-test dummy?" Thats probably just me though. Ignorence abounds everywhere. I have a low tollerance for it and usually confront it head on or don't even waste my time with it.
Best of luck to you! ...and all of us, I guess.
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Permalink Reply by Romeo on -
Tell them to watch a you tube race between a Smart Diablo against the lamborgini. Its so funny the Lamborgini eat some dust. on mile race.The owner of the smart car is laughing all the way to the bank if on the "pink " tv show .LOL.
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Permalink Reply by JohnnyD on -
It's sad wen people are SO close minded. I took a bunch of crap at work. No one could believe I ordered such a small car. Well....lets see all the execs have Audi's, Cadillac, Charger, BMW SUV. The laughing kind of stopped when the gas went to 4.00+. People think they can tell me what I want in a car. All I keep hearing is "you'll get crushed in that thing!"
Please....read the safety reports.
95% of the public has LOVED the car...many questions which I am happy to answer. Billo has a GREAt answer to the questions and I may do something similar! Any smart ass looks I get are usually from teens in modified cars and a 10,000 watt stereo that is scrambling their brains!
Most people are pleasantly surprized!
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