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Old 06-09-2008, 02:26 PM   #1 (permalink)
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So today I'm going to test drive a Smart ForTwo. I just got back from Italy and basically it's the only car they drive over there. I fell in love with them, and the price is just right!



That's exactly how I want it, black on black and then I'm thinking of the red interior to set it off.

I have a few concerns, mainly regarding performance (12 second 0-60 ) but there is a few performance groups dedicated to upgrading it. Plus I'll be up at school and it economically just makes sense. If I like it tonight, it's probably going to be my choice of next car. The good news is, there is a about a years wait so that means I'll have my Cougar for another year!

... i'm sorry guys
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absolutely. the market goes up and down. that's what it always does. just let it happen. it's natural. just like crack babies. just because it doesn't seem right, doesn't mean Desolator's mom shoulda had an abortion
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Old 06-09-2008, 02:28 PM   #2 (permalink)
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You should just keep the cougar and carry that thing around in your trunk for when your gas fund is low.
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I parked next to one of those in the cougar... it could have fit IN the engine bay.


Hope you never get into an accident... unless you don't care about your legs
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I parked next to one of those in the cougar... it could have fit IN the engine bay.


Hope you never get into an accident... unless you don't care about your legs

They actually apparently have the top crash ratings so I'm not too concerned about getting into an accident.

And bdiddy sorry
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key word there...
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I expected a pancake...neat.
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70-0 head on with a 20 ton concrete barrier and very minor passenger cell damage ... now if it could only get better gas mileage than a used Toyota Corolla, it might be worth it! Oh wait, the Corolla gets better mileage AND is larger AND has a trunk AND is better looking AND outperforms the car in all performance measures AND ...
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I was JUST about to post that exact clip Micah!

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70-0 head on with a 20 ton concrete barrier and very minor passenger cell damage ...
...you call that minor? Your LEGS WOULD BE GONE!
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