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smart Michigan Users Group - The Home Team

Members: 81
Latest Activity: Jan 1

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TnT 0604

Tunnel of Trees - September 25-27, 2009 11 Replies

Tunnel of Trees On September 25-27, 2009, there will be a gathering of SMART cars at the Birchwood Inn, Harbor Springs, Michigan. The famous “Tunnel of Trees” is right outside their door. The Inn is…

Started by TnT 0604. Last reply by Roger Stam Sep. 28, 2009.

Roll 3d6

Gilmore Car Museum Meet-n-Cruise Saturday 1 Reply

Hey all, Just wanted to remind you of the Meet and Cruise at the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, MI (about 20 minutes NE of Kalamazoo on M-43). The event is Saturday, July 11th. Smart owners…

Tagged: Antique, Michigan, Meet, Gilmore, Kalamazoo

Started by Roll 3d6. Last reply by Roll 3d6 Sep. 12, 2009.

Mike & Carol

Night at the Ballpark 36 Replies

I’m putting this out to field any interest in a trip to the Ballpark. Saturday, August 8th, is Jimmy Buffet Night for the Lansing Lugnuts, 7:05 game time. We can get Smart Car enthusiasts’ from both…

Started by Mike & Carol. Last reply by Mary Smith Sep. 1, 2009.

Steve & Rosanne Heddy

Back to the Brick's Flint, MI invitation 5 Replies

Check out the Back to the Brick's car show and cruise in Flint, MI listed under events. We are organizing a Smart Car cruise for Thursday, August 13th. Last year's event brought over 20,000 cars to d…

Started by Steve & Rosanne Heddy. Last reply by Mike & Carol Aug. 15, 2009.

Dale & Victoria Kelsheimer

Car Wash 3 Replies

Where is the best car wash in the Detroit area?

Started by Dale & Victoria Kelsheimer. Last reply by Sandy Dietrich Aug. 12, 2009.

Roger Stam

sMUG Barbecue & Planning Meeting 5 Replies

The smart Michigan Users Group (sMUG) will meet for an Outdoor Barbecue / Social Hour and 2009 event planning session on Thursday, June 4th at 6:PM at smart center Bloomfield. Please come prepared to…

Started by Roger Stam. Last reply by Roll 3d6 Jun. 11, 2009.

Rick Leedy

Fall Color Tour 8 Replies

Anyone interested in a fall color get-together? Meet somewhere, take a nice ride through the colorful woods and then have dinner together. Ideas for where?

Started by Rick Leedy. Last reply by Mary Smith Jun. 10, 2009.

Mr. Incredible

Scavenger Hunt / Road Rally Help 4 Replies

I wanted to put together a sMUG scavenger hunt and/or road rally in May or June time frame. Having never put one together, I'm looking for information on how to do it. Maybe some type of step by step…

Tagged: mr. incredible, scavenger hunt, road rally

Started by Mr. Incredible. Last reply by Cheryl May. 7, 2009.

Mr. Incredible

Dinner & Movie Night - Saturday, May 2, 2009

I planned a Dinner & Movie Night for the sMUG group on Saturday, May 2, 2009. All the information can be found on the "events" section of smart USA (insider). . If you decide to attend please RSV…

Tagged: sMUG, gathering, event

Started by Mr. Incredible Apr. 22, 2009.

Mr. Incredible

Dinner & Open Mike Night on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 7 Replies

6:25p - 7:25p Fuddruckers of Bloomfield 7:30p - 7:55p Drive to Comedy Club 8:00p - 9:30p Open Mike Night @ Mark Ridley's Meet for dinner (6.30p) or Mark Ridley's Comedy Club (8.00p). In Royal Oak w…

Started by Mr. Incredible. Last reply by Theodore Emilio Montecillo Apr. 17, 2009.

Roger Stam

Smart Center Bloomfield Anniversary Celebration 6 Replies

Let's get as many sMUG members as we can for the party. We can use this as a event planning meeting for the '09 season. Remember - sMUG is a totally volunteer group, so you suggestions for event as…

Started by Roger Stam. Last reply by JohnnyD Mar. 25, 2009.

Rick Leedy

sneak preview of 'Pink Panther 2' 8 Replies

Who is going to attend this sMUG event? I sent my RSVP today.

Started by Rick Leedy. Last reply by Roger Stam Feb. 6, 2009.

Stuart Berman

We'll be at the Michigan Int'l Auto Show Feb 5 - 8 2009 in Grand Rapids

Join smart center Bloomfield and local smart owners at the premiere West Michigan car show. Let's get together and plan some events as well as support Rick Cortwright and his team at the show. See t…

Started by Stuart Berman Jan. 25, 2009.

TnT 0604

I've Changed the Top Photo 6 Replies

to one Terry took while we were on our 'Parade' lap on the island race. Hope you all don't mind, but I thought we needed a fresh shot. What do you think about starting a little photo contest? The win…

Tagged: photo, sMug

Started by TnT 0604. Last reply by Roger Stam Oct. 9, 2008.

Roger Stam

sMUG Meet - Detroit Grand Prix 20 Replies

Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix – Labor Day Weekend - August 30th & 31st NOTE: This is an advance announcement to allow you to make plans. We are waiting for a link to Ticket Master to be added to…

Started by Roger Stam. Last reply by Anne Sep. 4, 2008.

Roger Stam

sMUG Meet -Woodward Dream Cruise 1 Reply

Please check the events section for details

Started by Roger Stam. Last reply by Roger Stam Aug. 17, 2008.

Suzie

Smart Swim in Sterling Heights a Smash Hit 12 Replies

We came, we laughed, and we checked out all the Smarties at the Best Western Sterling Inn on Van Dyke and 15 Mile Road July 13th. We have new friends and new ideas to incorporate into our unique vehi…

Started by Suzie. Last reply by JohnnyD Jul. 22, 2008.

Anne

Getting your Smart 6 Replies

Anyone know how you can get moved up in the list? I am scheduled to get my Smart in Dec-Feb, but really need it by Early Sept. Thanks! Anne

Started by Anne. Last reply by Anne Jul. 20, 2008.

Stuart Berman

Cruise night in Port Huron 7/18/08 1 Reply

Hi sMUG Members, Dave Z. will be hosting a get together this Friday 7/18/08 at: Tuffy Auto Service Center 3991 24th Ave Port Huron, MI 48059 Please RVSP to PHTUFF {at} aol {dot} com if you can mak…

Started by Stuart Berman. Last reply by Andy & Claudia Neumann Jul. 20, 2008.

TnT 0604

Great Start 3 Replies

Three great meetings so far. We need to start planning for the race!

Started by TnT 0604. Last reply by JohnnyD Jun. 19, 2008.

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Steve & Rosanne Heddy Comment by Steve & Rosanne Heddy on July 4, 2009 at 3:04pm
Opps, I meant this for new discussion. Please forgive me!!
Steve & Rosanne Heddy Comment by Steve & Rosanne Heddy on July 4, 2009 at 3:00pm
Check out the Back to the Brick's car show and cruise in Flint, MI lised under events. We are organizing a Smart Car cruise for Thursday, August 13th. Last year's event brought over 20,000 cars to downtown Flint for the 4 day event. We would love to have you join us!!!
Steve & Rosanne Heddy
Andy & Claudia Neumann Comment by Andy & Claudia Neumann on June 3, 2009 at 10:19pm

I recently spotted a smart tower going up in Detroit. The current location of the Tower is on the east side of Mt Elliot , just South of Outer Drive.
Ken & Dawn DeCaussin Comment by Ken & Dawn DeCaussin on February 13, 2009 at 8:33pm
I was just looking through a couple of other groups sites and noticed a blog about an "April Fool's Cruse-Nite. Thought that sounded like fun. Kind of reminded me of younger years crusing Gratiot and Woodward. Just hanging with friends and having a good time.
TnT 0604 Comment by TnT 0604 on February 12, 2009 at 12:57pm
You are absolutly right - it has been dead. time to start thinking about warm weather events. between the winter weather and the state of the state of the economy (I lost my job) I think we have all been staying close to home. Time for us to emerge. tell us - just what do you want to do?
Ken & Dawn DeCaussin Comment by Ken & Dawn DeCaussin on February 8, 2009 at 12:03pm
What's going on? We were introduced to sMUG at the Pink Panther preview, we had a blast, it was great fun to see all the Smarties so we joined the next day! but now...............nothing?
Anne Comment by Anne on January 25, 2009 at 7:09pm
Anyone having window problems? I'm just sick about the two rock dings in my window. One is moving across the window. I'm having it checked out tomorrow. I'm just wondering if the straighter windshield and closer to the front makes it more susceptible to rocks. Or do I just have rotten luck?
Mark & Heather DePollo Comment by Mark & Heather DePollo on January 7, 2009 at 12:25am
THIS IS A CALL TO ARMS! sMUG NEEDS 2009 Smart Events
Rick Leedy Comment by Rick Leedy on December 6, 2008 at 2:50pm
Wow is this place dead. I remember when (before I got my smart) this place was very active. Wonder what happened to everyone.
Kerry Novick Comment by Kerry Novick on November 22, 2008 at 11:33pm
Has anyone yet talked to city officials where you live about dedicated parking places or parking meter 1/2 prices? Seems to me we deserve it for taking up less room!
 

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Richard D. Shell

Found the smart under the snow...

Well I finally dug "Squirt" out from under the snow. The first major snowstorm she was tucked away in the garage. During the last snowstorm she got caught outside. I shoveled around her yesterday and started cleaning her off today. When I finally got the snow off the windshield I noticed the inspection sticker said January... just great. I had to go out so I took the Subaru. When I came out of the store someone had parked a yellow 2008 smart parked right in front of me. I just hate when Squirt m… Continue

Posted by Richard D. Shell on February 8, 2010 at 10:33pm — 2 Comments

Stuart Berman

Handsfree iPhone kit - install photos

I just installed my new Belkin handsfree kit for my iPhone and I will be posting photos here soon. It's the accessory I have been waiting for! (Got it at the Apple store for $99)




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Posted by Stuart Berman on February 8, 2010 at 9:30pm — 5 Comments

Idpaws

Tax deduction???

Since it is tax time, and I bought my Smart in 2009, I was wondering if anyone knows of a tax deduction they have received since purchasing their Smart. I remember something early in 2009 about the government giving a tax rebate/deduction (of some sort) to vehicles that are good on gas consumption. Well, my little Smart has been averaging approximately 59-61 mpg. Yes, you read that right. I am not talking about the cash for clunker program that has since been gone for a long time. If anyone has… Continue

Posted by Idpaws on February 8, 2010 at 5:36pm — 4 Comments

Eric

SCOA site

Anyone try to get on the Smart car of America site latley? I am not able to get on it says my internet conncetion has dropped is there an issue about them or something?

Posted by Eric on February 6, 2010 at 11:53am — 5 Comments

Floyd Edward Brown

Advertising !!!

Hi Jill ! I've got the answer to your advertising scenario. I'm a 6'1" tall 320 Lb. man who has very comfortably circumnavigated the entire USA with my 87 year old Mom! We absolutely LOVE our 2008 Passion Coupe (Affectionately named "Joy") and have had her in every mountain range, desert, and praireland that the good ole USA has to offer! Anyone who says these vehicles are good for only cross-town traffic, is very SADLY mistaken. We have turned heads all around this great country, and have indee… Continue

Posted by Floyd Edward Brown on February 6, 2010 at 11:16am — 3 Comments

 

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