Smart Forfour (2004 - 2006) 1.5 Brabus 5d (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I like something different & a little unusual with quirky looks
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like it
Would you buy this car again and why?
Money off. Practical. 5 door. Full leather standard. Performance. Economy. Low Road Tax band due to good emissions.
What are you likely to buy next?
No idea
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£12,950
When did you buy the car?
December 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes. Not totally sure why so cheap. Was preregistered but was not a demonstrator. Had extra features added by dealer like Silver colour (£500) & Rear 3 seater bench with 3 headrests (£80)
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Yep. Standard 5 doors, full leather, large cabin, lightweight chassis
What was the dealer like?
Brilliant.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Spectacular. I have driven a racing Puma & it's grip is better than that. The performance is very swift due to the powerful Brabus engine coupled with the 1000kg weight. The breaks are superb. Gear box good & tight with short throws. Al controls are chunky & solid. There are no rattles at all yet. Breezes up steep hills. Good round town & on the motorway. Suspension is firm but not uncomfortable
What's it like to park?
Easy, but the door mirrors do stick out a lot & have indicators on the tips so you do have to be careful!!
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Manufacturers transport tapes on inside trim left glue on. All trim to be replaced free of charge. Rear window switch faulty, replaced free. 3.5 yr of warranty left at purchase. Radio very easy to use though would have liked an MP3 WMA CD as in previous car not a fault
What's most practical about your car?
Rear split seat is very adjustable to suit what you are doing. 5 doors. Leather interior. Fitted rubber mats. Mostly if not all plastic body so good for rust & door dings shouldn't be a problem.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Previous cars were top of range so nothing spectacular & attention grabbing, though I do like the interior lights & the panoramic sealed full glass roof & sun shades coupled with the air con. Fuel / trip meter. Rear seat adjustability.
