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Smart ForTwo was created on the initiative of Swiss businessman Nikolos Hayek (founder of the watch company Swatch) in cooperation with Mercedes. The name of the car speaks for itself - the number of people it is designed for.

Model history

Smart ForTwo was created on the initiative of Swiss businessman Nikolos Hayek (founder of the watch company Swatch) in cooperation with Mercedes. The name of the car speaks for itself - the number of people it is designed for.

The first copies of the double ForTwo hit the salons in 1998. In 1999, the model range was replenished with a diesel modification. After 2 years (in 2001), the car underwent a thorough modernization, and a convertible appeared in the list of proposals. A year later (in 2002) the model survived facelift, and the Brabus version joined the lineup. Since then, Smart Fort was sold until 2007 in an unchanged form.

Engines

The small 2-seater city car had two small-volume gasoline engines and even a “tiny” turbodiesel. They all have a timing system chain, three cylinders, a turbocharging and an intercooler.

This is what the engine compartment of a diesel engine looks like.

Design features

At the heart of the Smart ForTwo is a very strong steel frame, the so-called Tridion. Outside it is covered with plastic, which means that corrosion is not terrible. However, with age, plastics become more fragile. However, most exterior panels can be easily replaced in case of damage.

All Smart Fortu have an engine located transversely at the rear and drive to the rear wheels. Torque is transmitted through a 6-speed manual transmission with automatic control. The driver can choose between automatic or manual control mode of the box using a selector between the seats. In cheaper versions, the driver must independently switch gears "up", and for switching down the box itself will worry.

The DeDion rear axle is attached to the subframe at one point in the center. It is worth noting that the design turned out to be very strong. Front, until 2001, was installed transverse lever, and then began to apply the classic MacPherson racks.

Smart ForTwo is quite functional. There is enough space for two people and for luggage (260 liters). All owners praise excellent visibility from the driver's seat, maneuverability and no problems with parking. Even without the power steering (there were such) control is quite easy.

To replenish the supply of the washer, it is necessary to remove the lid under the wipers.

Running

Smart Fortu holds the road surprisingly well. Its center of gravity is low. Even in the weakest modifications up to a speed of 80 km / h, there is no lack of power. No wonder the car weighs just over 700 kg. In motion, you can clearly hear the working engine, especially in diesel versions. The automatic transmission (regardless of version) runs with delays, but you can get used to it. The suspension is quite rigid - the car jumps on irregularities.

Typical problems and malfunctions

When choosing a Smart ForTwo, you should especially carefully consider checking the engine. All of them are prone to increased oil consumption, especially gasoline. Often after 100,000 km there is a need for major repairs of the engine - the piston rings wear out. The cost will be at least 20 000 rubles, including about 3 000 rubles for a set of new rings. If you neglect the replacement of rings, the situation will develop as follows. On the walls of the cylinders will remain oil film, which burns and coke. Uncontrolled combustion zones increase the temperature by melting spark plugs and valves (usually exhaust). As a result, metal parts can be separated, which damage both the pistons and cylinders. In this case, it will not be possible to get rid of major repairs. You will have to buy a new engine for 200 000 rubles, or a contract one for 40-60 thousand rubles. A gasoline engine dismantled for repair. The chain of the timing system sometimes can not withstand 50,000 km. This is especially true for 2003 cars. Another weak point of the timing system drive is the plastic sedative chain, which loses strength and breaks with age. Therefore, after purchasing the "baby" should be reinsured and replace the drive timing system. The cost of a set of camshaft drive chain is from 8000 rubles. At very large mileage, it may be necessary to replace the turbine - a new one from 55,000 rubles. Restoration repairs will cost much cheaper - up to 20 000 rubles.

Design features

• Outside it is covered with plastic, which means that corrosion is not terrible.
• All owners praise excellent visibility from the driver's seat, maneuverability and no problems with parking.
• To replenish the supply of the washer, it is necessary to remove the lid under the wipers.

Typical problems and malfunctions

• When choosing a Smart ForTwo, you should especially carefully consider checking the engine.
• Often after 100,000 km there is a need for major repairs of the engine - the piston rings wear out.
• In this case, it will not be possible to get rid of major repairs.
• A gasoline engine dismantled for repair.
• Another weak point of the timing system drive is the plastic sedative chain, which loses strength and breaks with age.
• Therefore, after purchasing the "baby" should be reinsured and replace the drive timing system.
• At very large mileage, it may be necessary to replace the turbine - a new one from 55,000 rubles.
• Restoration repairs will cost much cheaper - up to 20 000 rubles.

Once a small car was very expensive, which significantly reduced the range of potential buyers. Today, for the first years of release, Smart ForTwo ask about 130 000 rubles. The youngest copies are estimated by the owners at about 300 000 rubles. Don’t forget to save money for an unexpected engine repair.

• The Smart ForTwo was created on the initiative of Swiss businessman Nicolos Hayek (founder of the watch company Swatch) in cooperation with Mercedes.
• Engines: The small 2-seater city car had two small-volume gasoline engines and even a "tiny" turbodiesel.
• Design features: Outside it is sheathed with plastic, which means that corrosion is not terrible.
• On the go: Smart Fortu holds the road surprisingly well. Its center of gravity is low.
• Typical problems and malfunctions: Often after 100,000 km, there is a need for major repairs of the engine - piston rings wear out.

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