Smart Forfour (2004 - 2006) 1.1 Coolstyle 5d (2006/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Confident
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Looks like a ladybird (black and red) but very surprised at room inside
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, but if I could afford it I'd try to get a Brabus version
What are you likely to buy next?
Unfortunately the Forfour has been withdrawn so nothing much else like it at the moment. I'd consider a Mini Clubman but hopefully something else a bit quirky my be on the market by then
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,875
When did you buy the car?
August 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes....got £600 knocked off window price plus road tax, free extended warranty and a tank of petrol
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Different and a bit funky
What was the dealer like?
Very helpful, however I had to point out a couple of minor details about the spec of the car they got wrong
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Engine is noisy when pushed, however, it's quite a likeable noise and it's only used for scooting around.
What's it like to park?
Doddle...my blind, arthritic dog could cope
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing yet touch wood
What's most practical about your car?
Rear seat space for a small car plus option to slide the bench back and forth if required
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
No extras that a re different to what I'm used to, however all the extra safety kit is very good. Traction control, EBA, EBD and 6 airbags.
