Hi from new members smartgirls

[smartgirls]

hi there, we are new to this site. my daugher and I are hoping to own a smart car someday. haven't ordered one yet, but want to read everything possible and be informed.

[Big Panda]

welcome!!!

[DFWehman]

Welcome! Be sure you get a chance to really drive one to be sure it is right for you! Maybe you can attend a smart Meet & Greet in your area, talk to some local owners. Car has its quirks, better to know about them before you buy. But you'll love it anyway!

[Dave777]

Welcome.

Get on the reservation list today. If you decide in the coming year while you wait for it, you can get your $99 back.

[Dunerunner]

Welcome to the Forums!!

Drive one, Drive one, Drive one!! Then decide if you want to reserve. They are a great little car but there are some issues that we as relative long term owners are willing to live with that others may not.

The car rides rough...you get used to it.
The transmission is quirky in that it shifts like a manual only automatically.
There is no spare tire..some have taken to carrying one behind the drivers seat.
It seems that even in a minor accident parts are hard to come by.
You can reserve online now for $99 and get your money back if you but something else before your car gets to the dealership.
Oh, you'll love it anyway!!

[mvaldes]

Everything negative you'll hear is true, but irrelevant if you like the car. Drive one, that's the only way to decide if it's for you. (I love mine.)