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Originally Posted by SunDiego
How much and when will the steering wheel be available?
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The steering wheel can be ordered in two versions.
Version one - includes the steering wheel with the airbag in leather and Aluminium for $2,589.99
Version two - also includes Aluminium Shift Paddles for a total of $ 3,399.99.
We met with Lorinser a couple of days ago and asked about the wheels and its compliance with all the Air Bag regulations in the US. They are working on providing us with the necessary documentation and certifications on these wheels.
They do look very sharp and should considering the cost. We are confident that those that see the wheels in person and have the means will no doubt want one for their Smart. However, until we know that they will meet every safety issue and regulation in the US we will not offer them to customers regardless of interest for the product.
Airbags are a very important part of the Smart Car design and we want to make sure the wheels will work properly and provide you, the customer with a level of safety you would expect from a product like this.
We should have that information in the next 10-14 days. As soon as we do we will make the announcement.
Thanks!