2008 SMART FORTWO PASSION RWD CABRIOLET WITH 13K ORIGINAL MILES
TOP-OF-THE-LINE TWO SEAT CITY PASSION CABRIOLET MODLE - SMART CAR DRIVING AT ITS BEST & AT LESS THAN 9' LONG ITS OFFICIALLY THE SMALLEST CAR IN THE U.S!
1.0L 3 CYL ENGINE MATCHED TO A 5 SPEED AUTOMATED MANUAL TRANSMISSION WITH OVERDRIVE. 33 MPG CITY, 41 MPG HIGHWAY! WEIGHS 1800 LBS.
ELECTRICALLY OPERATED CLOTH TOP WITH GLASS REAR WINDOW WHICH ROLLS BACK TO CREATE A VAST SUNROOF!
TOP CAN ALSO BE COMPLETELY REMOVED TO BE FOLDED & STORED NEATLY IN A FURROWED STACK
15" SILVER ALUMINUM WHEELS, AIR CONDITIONING, AM/FM RADIO, HEATED MIRRORS.
THIS PARTICULAR EXAMPLE IS AN ORIGINAL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TWO OWNER CAR, PURCHASED & ALWAYS REGULARLY MAINTAINED & SERVICED IN SANTA BARBARA AT THE 'SANTA BARBARA AUTO GROUP', THE MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP, BY ITS ORIGINAL OWNERS UNTIL SOLD LAST YEAR WITH 13,423 ORIGINAL MILES TO ONLY ITS SECOND SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA OWNER.
Powered by a 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine and five-speed automated manual and meant for use in the city, remarkably the car is capable of speeds of up to 90 mph.
The first-generation Smart Fortwo had been available in Europe since 1998 and in its second generation in the United States since 2008.
The car is produced by the Mercedes Car Group and sold through stand-alone Smart dealerships and Mercedes-Benz dealers in the U.S. It is imported by Smart USA Distributor LLC, which is a division of Roger Penske's Penske Automotive Group. Smart USA markets its name in fashionable lower case: smart fortwo.
Its small size means it can be parked virtually anywhere and allows it to dart in and out of traffic with ease. With fuel mileage of 33 mpg in the city and 41 mpg on the highway, its fuel economy numbers are better than any other economy car and it certainly must be one of the least expensive cars to own and operate.
Inside it is surprisingly roomy, with enough head clearance and leg room for very tall passengers. The rear of the Smart Fortwo cabin is an open hatch area.
This particular model is the top-of-the-line Passion? Cabriolet model that has a radio and air conditioning. The Smart Fortwo is available in three trim levels and two body styles. All Fortwo models are powered by a 1.0-liter, three-cylinder engine that makes 70-horsepower at 5800 rpm and 68 pound-feet of torque at 4500 rpm. The transmission is a five-speed automated manual that can be set to shift like an automatic or can be controlled manually via the gearshift or available steering wheel paddles.
The Passion coupe added a panorama roof with a sun shade, alloy wheels, air conditioning with automatic climate control, steering wheel shift paddles, power windows, heated power exterior mirrors, an AM/FM radio with CD player, and alloy wheels. In addition to the Pure's options, the Passion offers fog lamps ($110), a dash-mounted clock and tachometer ($120), MP3-compatible six-disc CD changer ($150), and the Smart premium sound system ($350), which includes six-disc CD changer and replaces the standard two speakers with two tweeters, two midrange speakers and a subwoofer. Also offered is a Comfort Package ($850) with power steering, heated leather seats, automatic headlights, and a rain and light sensor.
The Passion cabrio ($16,590) has a power soft top with heated glass rear window and the five-speaker premium sound system with in-dash six-disc CD changer. The Passion cabrio is offered with the Comfort Package, as well as the various separate options available on the other models.
Safety features on all Fortwo models include dual-stage front air bags with passenger side occupant sensor, head- and torso-protecting side air bags, tire-pressure monitor, traction control, electronic stability control with Hill Start Assist, and antilock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist. The Fortwo also has cornering brake control, which applies less braking force to the inner wheels when braking in a turn to help prevent a skid or spin.
The convertible's top is power operated and has a heated glass rear window. It has no latches to work and can be operated at any speed. With the top down, a pair of structural beams can be removed from the roof above each door, creating an even freer open air feeling. Though the Fortwo is a small car, there is a lot of room for occupants. Head room and leg room are plentiful. The Fortwo is most at home in the city, where its small size allows it to pop in and out of traffic, make tight turns, and fit in parking spots that other drivers can't even consider.
