still hopeful
Smartcard, thank you, you clarified rtekgroup's suggestion that models and prices may not be as currently expected. This was very helpful and reasoned. However, I noticed that you didn't respond to or mention at all my post about Smart USA dealers not providing service/repairs/maintenance to current owners. Sadly I'll assume it's true. I certainly don't think current owners would expect warranty or work on non-factory modifications, completely understandable, but not even parts, accessories, put on a new tire, oil change, tune-up. That's cold and seems to me not at all Smart. I just hope it turns out not to be true. It would seem to me, the most promising future customers to buy new Smart Cars are those who have already proven themselves by being Smart Car owners.
Good Luck! Great Car!