2003 smart roadster review from UK and Ireland
"Great car, poor dealers"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
ECU replaced due to faulty dash warning lights.
Rear window heating failed.
Interior light didn't work.
Door handle cable broke.
Leaks from a door mirror, then leaked from the soft top.
The above were all fixed under the warranty.
LED indicator on the instrumentation gauge intermittant fault - still to be fixed.
General comments?
Lovely looking car and great car to drive. Handles excellently (especially with the 'sports pack' alloys) and gets stared at by everyone (especially in yellow).
Dealer service is disappointing and expensive. Car quality control is not the best.
I still love car though.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 698cc Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 2500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 9500 miles |
| Previous car | Renault Clio |
| Date of Entry | 22nd January, 2005 |