smart USA insider

All Blog Posts (1,271)

Search Blog Posts

Marvin Shavers The Wave

I went to St. John's Town Center the other day and as I was turning, I came across another Smart owner. I was so happy to see another one and even happier when they waved. It felt good and I wanted so bad to turn around and talk to them. Many times, in this city, the cars that pass by on the road are so far away that if they are waving, you can't see it. Whoever you were, I would love to have you join the club I am about to start for the Jacksonville area. This club is going to be a lot more act… Continue

Added by Marvin Shavers on September 1, 2010 at 12:09am — 1 Comment

David McMurtry LAMBO DOOR HINGES ! BRAND NEW IN THE BOX 50% OFF

BRAND NEW SET OF HINGES FOR YOU SMART BOLT ON IN THE BOX SELLING FOR 120.00

HURRY THEY WON'T LAST AT THIS PRICE !

I DON'T KNOW IF YOU HAVE EVER SEEN A SMART CAR WITH THESE BUT IT IS AWESOME !

AND ANOTHER HEAD TURNER FOR YOU TO DEAL WITH !

BE ONE OF THE FEW TO HAVE THIS DONE AT A GREAT AND AWESOME PRICE YOU CAN NOT DO WITH OUT THEM !

GIVE ME A CALL

781 290 6531 DAVID

DEDHAM, MA 0202

… Continue

Added by David McMurtry on August 26, 2010 at 7:17am — 6 Comments

Jill Lajdziak Visit smart USA soundboard

Enthusiasts:


In case you have not seen it, we just launched the "smart USA soundboard." This site is a hub for us to share stories about smart in the news and stimulate conversation about what is happening. We will post smart in the news links, and you will hear from other voices on the smart USA team giving information that you will find most useful and interesting. In fact, I will be blogging there as well.


… Continue

Added by Jill Lajdziak on August 25, 2010 at 5:49pm — 1 Comment

Michael Tiemann Smarti-Meeting in the US with Europeans.

Due to the recent Smart-Meeting in Austria/Europe, an idea camed up to me.

Ship a few container, loaded with Smartis (8/40ft Container) to somewhere on the East Coast / USA and have a ball with american Smart-Lovers.

What do you think about - pls. let me know. ;-)

Michael

Continue

Added by Michael Tiemann on August 25, 2010 at 3:18am — No Comments

Cynthia G. Glissmann "Tia" Hey Robin850, I have the platform on my Smartie. Works great. I put one of those big white fishing c…

Hey Robin850, I have the platform on my Smartie. Works great. I put one of those big white fishing coolers on it to pack stuff in when I drove to Nationals from Denver. The coolers fit perfectly! Depending upon how much weight you add though you have to adjust breaking and accelerating distances. Haven't had problems going cross-country in the mid-west, but the weight does hamper speed in the mountains. Continue

Added by Cynthia G. Glissmann "Tia" on August 24, 2010 at 9:53am — No Comments

Cynthia G. Glissmann "Tia" For those wanting "extras" for their Smartie, contact SmartMaddness.com They have everything from th…

For those wanting "extras" for their Smartie, contact SmartMaddness.com They have everything from the bumperstickers you wanted to Smartbrellas (I got one and it's great) to glare reducers (goes between rear-view mirror and sun-visors) cruise controls, anything you can imagine. I've unfortunately for my bank account, spent a small fortune with them and they are wonderful to work with. They have several hundred after market items for the Smart Cars. SmartMaddness is located in Southern Califor

… Continue

Added by Cynthia G. Glissmann "Tia" on August 24, 2010 at 9:46am — No Comments

robin850 safeandsmart site

i submitted my story about the wife's crash along with pics. it has been about 2 months and they still havent posted it.

Apparently, they dont update that site very often?



Continue

Added by robin850 on August 22, 2010 at 9:11pm — No Comments

Marjorie Ihrig Looking for Smart Car Accessories- fun stuff

Hi, a little help please. I have seen a web site for fun accessories, like "pull to inflate", stickers etc.

I can't seem to find it now. Anybody have the address?

Thanks a bunch.

Also does anyone have the rear platform and or bike carrier? What do you think about these items?

Continue

Added by Marjorie Ihrig on August 21, 2010 at 4:41pm — 2 Comments

Connie and Tim Fellows smartbrella's working great!

I recently purchased a "smartbrella'. Basically, it's a car cover that just covers the top of the car. Since I don't park my cabrio in the garage, I was worried that my top might deteriorate faster than if it was protected. And, at work, we don't have a parking garage so my car is exposed to the Texas hot sun all day. The Smartbrella has really helped. It doesn't take long at all to put on and it really helps keep the interior of my car a lot cooler than just my sunscreen shade. I really like it… Continue

Added by Connie and Tim Fellows on August 17, 2010 at 7:56pm — No Comments

Marvin Shavers Road Trip

I decided to take my smart car to Mississippi last week. It was going to be an almost 600 mile trip one way. My sweet Salma was only a week old at the time and I had no idea what I was getting myself into, but I sure did look forward to it. The first challenge was figuring out what we were going to be able to bring for one week. So, after making sure that the two golf bags were in the car, the carryon luggage filled to the top with clothes and two laptops, the two camera bags and the cowboy boot… Continue

Added by Marvin Shavers on August 16, 2010 at 9:18pm — 1 Comment

J L Reese Smart Smootie has finally return to the World of "SMART".

Hello,

I has been a longtime since I have posted a blog for everyone to read. As I see everyone has alot of great things to say about the "SMART" Car.

I currently have over 80,000 miles on my "SMART" car and continue to go all the way to 6 figures.

During my experience with the "SMART" car, here has been my maintenance experience.

1) I had my oil pan replaced under warrenty

2)

… Continue

Added by J L Reese on August 14, 2010 at 10:02pm — No Comments

Mark B. Some Cool Stuff

08/13/10: Some more pictures added. Two views of an armrest and two views of a new rearview mirror. Both items purchased from Geniusparts.com. The armrest is of excellent quality. The mirror is double articulated and FINALLY allows me to see the road when making a right turn or curve. Continue

Added by Mark B. on August 13, 2010 at 7:00pm — 1 Comment

Jim Killian Front Wheels

I have heard about replacing the front tires and wheels with the larger sized rear wheels. This is supposed to improve the ride dramatically. Has any one had any experience with this change? Did you find the rear wheels new or used? Continue

Added by Jim Killian on August 13, 2010 at 4:58pm — 4 Comments

Fran Butzberger Towing Smart

Hi I recently had an inquiry about towing the Smart Car. We tow ours behind our Winnebago Via (26 ft motorhome) If you follow the instructions in the revised Smart Car manual, it is so easy. Make sure you go to a dealer that is familiar with Smart Cars for the installation. We have a Blue Ox towing system with the Patriot braking system. To be legal in all states and Canada, you DO have to have a breaking system. If you are ever in an accident, even if it was not your fault, you will be charged… Continue

Added by Fran Butzberger on August 12, 2010 at 11:13am — No Comments

Pat Thomasson 20,000 mile service

Can anyone tell me what happens at the 20,000 mile service. I live in Va. but got me car in Winston Salem, NC. I have to have it serviced soon and would like to know what needs to be done. Continue

Added by Pat Thomasson on August 12, 2010 at 8:21am — 2 Comments

Jerry Crocker Spots IN the windshield :-(

Spots IN the windshield :-(

My "09" has spots..white...IN the windshield. I guess it is IN the lamination!

The dealer never saw this before. So I took photos and gave them to the shop Foreman. He will deal with this. While at the Oxnard dealership, I went and looked the first four smart cars on the lot. The first four out of 15 smart cars have the same spots IN the windshield. I did not go past the first 4 cars as they were being w

… Continue

Added by Jerry Crocker on August 11, 2010 at 7:38pm — 3 Comments

Jill Lajdziak The smart drive kit for the iPhone is here!

Enthusiasts:

I am thrilled to finally announce the smart drive kit for the iPhone is here! We’re making the formal announcement early on Wednesday morning, but I want you be the first to know.

Together with the smart drive app for the iPhone, the kit enables advanced integration and connectivity features in the smart fortwo. The kit is now available for purchase and installation at every smart center dealership. Even more exciting, the purchase price of the smart drive kit inclu

… Continue

Added by Jill Lajdziak on August 11, 2010 at 12:00am — 13 Comments

Rick Bourgoise smart car used as a moving van

I absolutely love this!! It just goes to show the smart car can hold more than you think! http://tiny.cc/rsoi4 Continue

Added by Rick Bourgoise on August 10, 2010 at 2:49pm — 3 Comments

Joshua James Smart fortwo in WV

Hi,
I am considering a smart as my next car...everyone who has never even been in one is telling me how bad they are in the mountains...are there any mountain state smarts out there? how do they do in places like wv on very hilly roads? Any responses would be a great help!!!

Thanks!
Continue

Added by Joshua James on August 9, 2010 at 6:23pm — 3 Comments

Rick Bourgoise Real World Test Drive Review

We loaned Grant Winter of Real World Test Drive a smart car for a week. After interviewing smart USA President Jill Lajdziak, he produced this video review: http://www.realworldtestdrive.com/ Continue

Added by Rick Bourgoise on August 9, 2010 at 2:42pm — No Comments

Featured Blog Posts

View All

Latest Blog Posts

Most Popular Blog Posts

Blog Topics by Tags

Monthly Archives

2010

2009

2008

2005

1999

Photos

Loading…

Videos

smart USA insider is an official forum for smart owners and enthusiasts to discuss their cars and the overall smart experience. smart USA will not provide vehicle technical assistance or respond to complaints or product issue inquiries on this website. If you have a complaint about your vehicle or if you wish to obtain an immediate response to vehicle technical questions or product issues, please contact smart USA customer service by email (customer-service@ib-smart.net) or phone at 1.800.smart.USA (762.7887), or contact your local dealer directly.

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service

Sign in to chat!