Smart cars aren't sold in the US. That's why you haven't seen them. I think DaimlerChrylser still owns a majority interest in the company that builds them. They're actually quite nice if you like itty-bitty cars. You'll see a lot of them throughout Europe and in Mexico, as well as other places. I think they're selling quite well. Paul
> > > William Robb wrote: > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- From: "Keith Whaley" > > Subject: Re: Gas Guzzlers > > > > > > >> Now, just what would a "...ridiculous little Mercedes Benz Stupid > >> car" be? > >> I'm afraid I can't see past your prejudice... > > > Be afraid..... > > http://www.smart.com/ > > Ha, ha, hah... > That's sure a teeny car, alright! > And, it's "Mercedes connection" is that M-B developed it back in the > early '90s. > It's being made by Micro Compact Car smart GmbH, Germany since 1998, and > some outfit in France. > They were developed and tested right here in Southern California, and > while I do tend to get around a bit, I've never seen even one on the > road out here. > Hardly propogating like cockroaches, are they? <g> > > The most unsafe aspect of this car is, someday some rough, tough dudes > in a big ol' truck will drive up, throw a couple of wide yellow cargo > bands around it, winch it up into the bed, and drive off! Total time > about 5 minutes! Maybe less... > > > I am pretty sure I could carry one in the back of my truck. > > > > William Robb > > Thanks for the education, William! > > keith >
