> I really like the car ...
That's pretty clear from what you've posted up to now. And I think it's
always important to drive what you like.
Choosing your vehicle is kind of like choosing your mate. The person you
settle down with is NEVER perfect, can be expensive to maintain, and for
Thanks Lawrence
I really like the car just want to be comfortable with serviceability since the
local roanoke va MB dealer won't touch Smarts. I wonder if there's a Smart
service class that I could take since I can't find a service manual. I suppose
I could put it on a flatbed trailer and tow
Yes, the warrantee is 4 years with no special mention of the HV battery. I
have had no issues to date and the two closest MB dealers both service the car
no questions asked. I have not asked the cost of a replacement battery but
there is apparently a Gen II and Gen III and one blog post
Thanks Lawrence
That's good to know. So you have the 4 year 50k mile warranty I assume.
That's good you can use the standard Obd2 reader. I have to get something
special for the Leaf. I'd feel more comfortable if I could get a shop manual
since the local Mercedes dealer said they refuse to
Just to add my own view here. I have had a smartED 2013 for three years and
it’s been a great car. I drive it pretty much daily and it’s been a dream to
drive, fast and agile, tons of space to carry stuff. Basically perfectly
suited to city driving. As for service my local MB dealer has
Thanks Cor, Dave etc for the thoughtful Smart, iMiEV and Leaf info.
Since I already have a Leaf (like it very much but my son latched onto it
and would like a smaller commuter car) when I replace my Karmann Ghia EV
next month I'll probably buy a iMiEV since I see online service manuals
