2005 Smart Fortwo DIESEL

Convertible

turbocharged diesel cdi

Automatic

WMEAK00F95J222459

Clear

Diesel

Ends Wednesday, Sept 26, 9:00pm EST. 5 day listing only. Proudly listing a 2005 Smart Fortwo cdi turbo-diesel Cabrio. Absolutely everything works on the car. It is definitely more then capable of doing a cross country trip. This car has just a little over 51,000 miles which is just breaking in for a diesel. The car is for sale locally, and therefore seller reserves the right to cancel this listing at any time. In addition, I do use the vehicle as a daily driver, so mileage may increase slightly during the auction. There are just a few things that make this car unique and one of only about 50 or so here in the United States. It is powered by a Mercedes engineered turbo diesel that is well known for lasting hundreds of thousands of miles. This euro-spec version has been in production since 1998 and has been proven dependable. I can easily achieve 55 to 60 mpg and hits speeds of 75+ comfortably on the freeways. The transmission has a select switch for either Automatic or Tiptronic (no clutch manual). Unlike the 2nd generation US models, it also has 6 speeds instead of the 5. Having disclosed that the car is a grey market car, please check your DMV to ensure it will title in your state. I have a clear Ohio title and will pass it on to the buyer. In addition to Ohio, I'm aware of these Smart cdi's in Florida, Tennessee, Iowa, Indiana, Colorado, Arizona, Michigan, and Kentucky. If you live in a state not listed, please check with your DMV or local title office to find out the procedures for titling gray market cars in your state. If you happen to live in a state that does not allow for this car (like California for example), please contact me first before getting too discouraged. I have read online of certain legal ways to get this car possibly through. Also, if financing the car, ensure your lender will finance it without a "blue book" value or NADA. About this car specifically, the air conditioning works just as it did when new and blows cold. Being the convertible model, it has an electric power roof. Other features are power windows and locks. It has a keyless entry with 2 keys. Also has heater block for easy winter time starting. The Continental tires on the car will need replacing within the next 5K to 10K miles and I would guess to be approximately 40% tread life remaining. This car has the upgraded stereo system. The car is located halfway between Columbus and Cleveland Ohio in the very small town of Loudonville. However I travel once a week to Harrisburg, PA and so can show the car to prospective buyers in either location. I will gladly show the car and allow test drives but please contact me well in advance first. Also, being retired military, I do have a bit of free time to deliver the car providing my expenses are covered (hotel, food, return airfare and I'll pick up the fuel *grin). If you wish me to provide this, contact me first before bidding to get an estimate. I will deliver the car within 14 days, however the car still needs to be paid in full within 72 hours, so keep this in mind if you are not coming to get the car immediately following the auction. As I mentioned, car must be paid in full within 72 hours. Accepted forms of payment are cash (in person of course) and wire transfer only. I do not accept paypal (although you do need an account to bid on the car). For absolutely any questions or to arrange for a test drive, please call614-498-03607am to 11:00pm EST. Rob The following disclaimer is required by eBay for me to post this listing:1. Passenger vehicles that are not imported into the United States and sold through the manufacturer's authorized distribution network might not be covered by the manufacturer's original warranty or be protected by state lemon law. 2. Some states have emission standards that are more strict than federal requirements. Vehicles that do not meet a state's strict standards might be denied registration and titling. 3. This car has been modified from its original condition to meet federal safety and clean air emissions standards. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has received a certificate of compliance that this vehicle complies with all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards.On Sep-23-12 at 07:06:25 PDT, seller added the following information: Update 9/23: I don't believe I mentioned previously, but this car does have the paddle shifters on the steering wheel (just like the formula 1 race cars, heh). The transmission has the selector switch allowing the driver to switch from full automatic to manual without clutch pedal.On Sep-23-12 at 07:10:40 PDT, seller added the following information: Want a coupe instead of a cabrio? Please check out my other Smart diesel on eBay.... Item #251155076138