Smart B!tch

[Kermit]

Originally Posted by Dr. Wicked

it is quite annoying when people with similar cars (Ferraris, Corvettes, Classis Mustangs, smarts, etc.) think that because of what they drive they are in a special club with other owners of those vehicles. I mean, when (if) I get my smart and I see another on the road, I will not acknowledge them, much less wave and make a fool out of myself.

Why would I think that due to their vehicle choice that we share similar views on the world and should be friends? Am I the only one that feels this way?....................

YEP! You should get a Yaris. It's calling you....

[deaconpark]

Originally Posted by Dr. Wicked

That woman’s behavior is inexcusable, but with that being said, it is quite annoying when people with similar cars (Ferraris, Corvettes, Classis Mustangs, smarts, etc.) think that because of what they drive they are in a special club with other owners of those vehicles. I mean, when (if) I get my smart and I see another on the road, I will not acknowledge them, much less wave and make a fool out of myself.

Why would I think that due to their vehicle choice that we share similar views on the world and should be friends? No offense, but the smart is only a car and there are many good (moral, economical, practical) reasons to buy one, but it doesn’t mean that when I pull up next to another smart, I should act any different than when I drive my Nissan and pull up next to another Nissan. Am I the only one that feels this way?

Dr. I think that those that own ferrari, corvette, classic mustangs probably ARE in special clubs and DO have much in common with them. I mean, you buy a car, sometimes you seek out others that have the same car, and like blood family, you may have differences whether political, religious or just different taste in music, you are still family and you enjoy their company or just seeing them. You stop and talk or wave as you pass by. Doesn't make you more or less weird for doing it.
I guess if I drove a 68 Cadillac hearse, I would look for people with similar likes or jobs. just my $.02
Russ

[Dr. Wicked]

Originally Posted by deaconpark

you buy a car, sometimes you seek out others that have the same car, and ...you enjoy their company or just seeing them. You stop and talk or wave as you pass by.

Sure, that is possible, just don't assume the other person feels the same.

[SuperGeek]

Two Ferraris pull up to a stoplight. They're going to notice each other. Classic restored mustangs - these are probably enthusiasts, so they may give each other a nod of respect...i.e., "Nice car."

You drive a 68 Hearse for crissake... tell me you wouldn't look over at another classic hearse pulling up to you...

I think with the smart the drivers are more lighthearted simply because they're essentially driving a toy. It's hard to be filled with manly pride when you're inside a Matchbox. So, they wave and smile and get the warm fuzzies inside. So yeah, it's a front.


My wife, a writer of dark urban fantasy (vampire and demon) novels, once said she wanted a 60s era hearse, and even now she'd love to have one in a collection... but I couldn't imagine the cost of keeping one up if we have no auto maintenance/restoration experience beyond choosing a repair shop that won't shaft us. Can you imagine seeing an author drive up to a book signing in a classic hearse, only to pull out supplies from a coffin in the back? Wouldn't have the same impact from a smart.

[imcquade]

Dr Wicked, I bought a Wrangler four years back and was suprised to find that Wrangler drivers always acknowledge each other as they pass, Motorcyclists (I've riden for years, currently a SV1000s) almost always acknowledge each other when passing....

Turns out that there are 'special' communities of riders/drivers who share intrests and friendship even without knowing each other

Not ONLY that but I get waved at by smiley happy people EVERYDAY, young and old and NOT EVEN IN SMARTS!!!

If you don't feel like acknowledging then don't, trust me no one will give a crap and the person who did wave at you will continue to have a good day

That said, don't be rude and disrespectful - thats why some many people suck!!

On another note - depite your statement about groups and being special etc - you did take the time to join this forum..... slightly hypercritical I feel.....

Have a gracious day and be blessed by all those wonderful people who will wave at you in your special little car every single time they see you!!!! (erm.. as you say, if you get one)

That is unless you clear off and by a Yaris; which in that case you simply shouldn't bother being in this forum


Cheers

[Dr. Wicked]

Originally Posted by imcquade

If you don't feel like acknowledging then don't, trust me no one will give a crap and the person who did wave at you will continue to have a good day

I agree with you 100%. That is exactly my point, if the other person doesn't acknowledge you, don't worry about it. The woman referenced in the beginning of this thread should not have acted the way she did but that doesn't mean you should be bent out of shape if you wave and smile at someone that bought a $15k-$20k car like yours and they don't understand why you are acting all silly towards them.

Originally Posted by imcquade

That said, don't be rude and disrespectful - thats why some many people suck!!

Agreed! I never suggested to lash out at anyone, did I?

Originally Posted by imcquade

On another note - depite your statement about groups and being special etc - you did take the time to join this forum..... slightly hypercritical I feel.....

Ummm, what does waving and honking at some stranger in traffic have to do with joining a forum? Yes, I joined this forum to discuss smarts and expect to do so. I'm not upset about you sending messages directed towards me. I don't believe, though, that buying a smart means that I have to interact with other smart owners on the street. I don't think that requirement comes with the purchase. If I wanted to do that I would join or start a local smart club, which would be fine as I would be conscienciously making the disicision to interact with other owners.

I have no problems with car clubs, I've belonged to many. I'm saying that is a mutual choice made amongst all memebers involved. I would give someone a weird look if they came up to me in a grocery store and thought that we have 'bonded' becasue we both drive Maximas.

Originally Posted by imcquade

That is unless you clear off and by a Yaris; which in that case you simply shouldn't bother being in this forum

When did I say I wanted a Yaris??? I said 'if' beacuse I'm not slated to get my fortwo until sept. '09 I've rented smarts in europe and love them, I still plan to buy one.

In addition, why can't a Yaris owner interact on this forum. WHAT'S UP WITH THAT?

Also, its funny that some assume that the smart is a happy friendly car. When was it ever suggested that a fortwo is 'happier' than a honda civic? Just cause it is small and 'cute' doesn't mean I want to group hug other owners. We can just own them and keep our own personalities, right?

As for the '68 Hearse...actually I have two and I'm personally carrying out a frame-off restoration on one.

When I drive them, am I supposed to be all gothed out? Or be listening to emo music and crying?

I also have a 1985 toyota Corolla (AE86) that I restored and converted into a track car. If you don't know, this is a cult car mostly coveted by japanese anime and drifting fans. When I drive it, am I supposed to love tofu and act like I'm 17 (google 'Initial D').

There are many sterotypes when it comes to vehicles (Ferraris, Escalades, M3s, Civics and now, smarts, I guess). I hate them all. You can drive whatever you want and still be you. A car does not define you.

Two Ferraris pull up to a stoplight. They're going to notice each other. Classic restored mustangs - these are probably enthusiasts, so they may give each other a nod of respect...i.e., "Nice car."...You drive a 68 Hearse for crissake... tell me you wouldn't look over at another classic hearse pulling up to you...

OF COURSE! There is no problem 'noticing' other cars. I notice every smart that I see cause I really want one, but I'm just saying I don't make a big deal about it. It is just a car. What is there to be excited about?

[Dr. Wicked]

Originally Posted by thefitness

If you’re this unhappy you should NOT own a smart!

Why not?

Originally Posted by blackbeagle

Just because we share the same type of cars doesn't mean we have the same happy-go lucky attitude.

Exactly!!!

[Dan500]

A little off topic.Dr, I`d love to see a pic of your Caddy! I always wanted one! A 59 would be so cool!

[bull8042]

You know doc, what you are saying makes sense for the most part. But you haven't "owned" one yet. This experience is like no other and cannot be easily defined nor explained to anyone outside the "ownership ranks".
I have a huge Ram on 38's that really sticks out in a crowd. When I pass other 4WD's, I nod or acknowledge. I have gone wheelin' and camping with other members of a 4WD forum. Have I ever had any type of internal drive to befriend another simply because he drives something with huge tires or owns a winch? No, I haven't. The "smart" experience is just different.
I have exchanged personal information with others on this forum like p1nball, factor9, 124tom, & bigcritter. Part of these folks are nearly neighbors and some live on the other coast whom I will probably never get a chance to meet in person. Is this lame? Perhaps... but we share one thing that is more than a choice of merely vehicle size/style. There is a mentality that goes along with the choice for just about every one of us. I would just about bet that when you finally get the keys to your own baby, you will be able to revisit this thread and what has been posted here will read totally different to you that the way it appears at the moment.
By the way, if I ever see you on the road, I am going to smile and wave at you whether you like it or not! hehehe
Oh, and welcome to SCOA.

[cesarelloco]

me gustaria compartir sualegria pero en puerto rico todavia no hay smart cars.;]