Just got a Smart passion 451 from 2013 from my Dad for my 60th birthday🎉. Thanks for your video where you explain the roof and the roofrails excelent! Greetings from The Netherlands
I LOVE the Netherlands. Great Airforce. Thanks for taking the time to appreciate. These are brilliant cars. Just change the oil twice a year. They are fabulous for your country. Happy Birthday from Wales - UK
I got a Fortwo cabriolet from 2001, driven only 77000 km so far :). I know exactly what you mean about getting that more open driving experience by taking the bars off. But I take the bars off only when I go on a long drive on a warm sunny day. Nice video!
@@cinemaverita3189 it’s a fun little thing and love when the roof is fully down. Thanks for the appreciation. If you haven’t subscribed I’d appreciate it please I want to get to 10k by next year 😏
I watched A Good Year again the other day and it got me interested in these. Despite Russell Crowe’s character actively disliking the car the movie managed to make it look pretty cool. Almost like a 21st century 2CV especially with this roof. Great video!
These really are great “cars” people forget to categorise them and be aware of their designed purpose. It’s a CITY CAR for two people. It can do distance at motorway speeds but, it’s more comfortable at city driving. I’ve had these for almost 10 years now and always put a smile on my face. Best of luck with your car hunting and thanks for taking the time to chat 😊
@@smarte.r.1450thanks! Not even looking for one really I just have a hobby of wasting time on RUclips and even Autotrader looking at things 😂 I’ve got an Alfa Giulietta which has been super reliable (clearly one built on a Monday morning) and is a great size for both city and motorway driving. Maybe I’ll give Smart a go some day though for the sheer fun factor! Cheers
The back window is woven into the cloth roof. The roof folds away in two movements. The video shows all the functions of the cabriolet. The window is not removable 😉
Awe Bummer. I just wrote to you on another of your videos about my roof not working. Now that I know I can make this car a Full open convertible, I gotta fix the roof for sure!
Hi. I’ve seen your other message. Once these fabric roofs fail they are almost always beyond economical repair. Depending on the climate you have depends on first instance where the fault of a “leak” may be. People in California complain of the material shrinking and needing a new fabric replacement. The kit is approximately £450-£600 gbp There are many micro switches which, in themselves are expensive but, are very very time consuming. I’m guessing the labour was the cost of the first repair to just get it closed up. I know in the states they are becoming more and more rare and when they fail exceptionally expensive to repair. If you are in Europe. Look for a smart independent specialist. They are about. And get an appraisal on the cost. If it’s as bad as you say. I’d walk away from the whole idea sorry unless you can access a damaged donor car and cannibalise it Good luck with you adventure
@@smarte.r.1450 Thanks for the advice. I'm in the US. I wouldn't mind if there was a way to manually open and close it. The main problem is getting it to seal tight when it closes. I'll keep your advice in mind and perhaps try to find a book that covers the roof repairs and check with local car junk yards for parts.
Hey, how you doing? haha, this is exactly what I got. Still only 4,000 km in the meter, not really drive much, but we took a long drive yesterday for 400 km return trip! That is a really lonnnng trip for our smart :D .
I've noticed a fair bit of wind noise which sounds like it's coming from the front seal at the top of the roof. This is especially bad if going over 60 mph. Have you had any issues with this?
As in roof?? I believe the 2004 would be a first generation model. I‘ve not had an early model sorry. Lookup EVILUTION on google. His site is filled with data on everything SMART
This goes for the Smart fortwo passion cabrio 450 2006 modell as well? I cant seem to do more with the roof button then stage 1 of this...maybe i have to do the second part myself ?
My roof will not go up anymore the fuse is not blown I don't know what else to do do you have any suggestions or anyone who might know? Thank you so much
Awwww nooooo. What a shame!!! It could be so many things … it could be the switch , the motor or one of the micro switches…. Do you hear any sounds when pressing the switches??
Just bought a used 2009 cabriolet, I live in Southern California so I am exited about using the top down feature, except for today, it’s 97 degrees and boiling hot.
@@smarte.r.1450 to be honest i think you explained really well and even repeated process. 5 star video and no worries lol here on youtube we usually keep our heads up even if writing comment while a tsunami is happening xD 😎
Dizzil1973 Brown good question. That flashing symbol is there when your car is due a service. Once garage has done an oil and filter change for example they will normally reset it and it disappears. Hope that helps
Hi, A bit off topic but thought you could help. My interior light has never worked since I got my Fortwo. I have replaced the bulb and fuse to no avail...... any ideas at all? Thanks
Smart E.R. Yeah, not recently but I did pop it out before to replace the bulb hoping that would work. I will go over it all tomorrow to check I’m not doing something stupid. Had a bad day today. Previous owner has manage to cross thread the sump and now I can’t tighten it up and have a steady leak. Trying to find away of sorting without having to get a whole new sump!
Alex Argiropoulos I’m sorry Alex then you’ll need to do some fault finding. Lookup on the internet evilution a really techy Smart car engineer. Personally I’d get a voltage testing kit and test the unit seems very unlikely that the problem is in the wiring loom.
All the smart 451 (for two) retract only and you can remove the roof rails. It may seem a small thing but with the top rails removed it gives a very open air feeling.
@@8dragon1o passion is the trim level. If it’s not a Smart Fortwo cabriolet then it’s not a convertible.. If you are in the Uk enter the registration into the dvla ROAF FUND LICENSE CHECKER OR MOT checker .gov website or even a site like confused.com will normally tell you it’s a convertible
These have stopped being made now and there is a newer version.you can pick this up in the UK for about $3-4k.... the newer versions (see my other videos) are more refined with better technology.. these start from around $7k and are no longer made with a petrol/Diesel engine.. only available brand new as Electric
When I put my roof all the way down it comes up with A C on my dash and bleeps at me 🤔 I have to click it back up to stop it how do I get it all the way down without it beeping
@@smarte.r.1450 so nice to hear. I have been wanting a smart car for years. hoping to get one this year. ☺️ thanks for the nice demonstration. have a great day. ☺️
yeah @@smarte.r.1450 I like the cabrio. I have a question about the soft glass in the back. do you have a garage where you put the smart when you are not using it? im also looking a smart but I am thinking about the safety of it.
Tiffany N. Gilley I smile ever time I get in it. I also have a smirk this time of year when people I see every morning all year round give a little superior look at Smarty are now envious when the top is down and I nip in and out of small gaps in traffic keeping cool and enjoying the rare Uk sunshine 🌞
Such a simple video, yet the best one for showing the roof. Thanks!
How kind of you to take the time to comment. Thanks very much. I appreciate you.
Just got a Smart passion 451 from 2013 from my Dad for my 60th birthday🎉. Thanks for your video where you explain the roof and the roofrails excelent! Greetings from The Netherlands
I LOVE the Netherlands. Great Airforce.
Thanks for taking the time to appreciate.
These are brilliant cars. Just change the oil twice a year. They are fabulous for your country.
Happy Birthday from Wales - UK
😊Thanks! I am bingewatching your video's.....luckely my father (almost 80!) is a real handy-man.;-))
@@chantal2049 dads always have their daughters backs!!
I got a Fortwo cabriolet from 2001, driven only 77000 km so far :). I know exactly what you mean about getting that more open driving experience by taking the bars off. But I take the bars off only when I go on a long drive on a warm sunny day. Nice video!
Thanks for the kind words. Yes. 100% agree. It’s a bit of a faff... having to stow them away is a tad inconvenient... so long drives only.
Brilliant video Gareth and congrats on the new Smartie and thank you.. Always a great pleasure
William Giesecke thanks again for your support and kind words. Means a lot to me and keeps me going.
The best of Luck with your new baby. As always a pleasure to learn some new tricks. Thank you
Paula Paula why thank you ma’am. I’m on the lookout for a roadster now. Busy busy busy!!
I’ve just bought one . Excellent video. Very informative and super easy to follow. Thanks
Thanks for Taking the time to appreciate enjoy ur new car…. Soo much fun.
I purchased my Cabrio used. I had no idea! Thanks!
@@cinemaverita3189 it’s a fun little thing and love when the roof is fully down.
Thanks for the appreciation. If you haven’t subscribed I’d appreciate it please I want to get to 10k by next year 😏
I watched A Good Year again the other day and it got me interested in these. Despite Russell Crowe’s character actively disliking the car the movie managed to make it look pretty cool. Almost like a 21st century 2CV especially with this roof. Great video!
These really are great “cars” people forget to categorise them and be aware of their designed purpose. It’s a CITY CAR for two people.
It can do distance at motorway speeds but, it’s more comfortable at city driving. I’ve had these for almost 10 years now and always put a smile on my face.
Best of luck with your car hunting and thanks for taking the time to chat 😊
@@smarte.r.1450thanks! Not even looking for one really I just have a hobby of wasting time on RUclips and even Autotrader looking at things 😂 I’ve got an Alfa Giulietta which has been super reliable (clearly one built on a Monday morning) and is a great size for both city and motorway driving. Maybe I’ll give Smart a go some day though for the sheer fun factor! Cheers
5 years later first time seeing July 26 2023
Excellent vidéo !
Everything explained clearly.
Here on the French Riviera that's something we may do very often !!
How very kind of you!! Thanks for the kind words. 🙏🎉
What a great video thx. Does the little back windows go down as well? Thx
The back window is woven into the cloth roof. The roof folds away in two movements. The video shows all the functions of the cabriolet. The window is not removable 😉
Awe Bummer. I just wrote to you on another of your videos about my roof not working. Now that I know I can make this car a Full open convertible, I gotta fix the roof for sure!
Hi. I’ve seen your other message.
Once these fabric roofs fail they are almost always beyond economical repair. Depending on the climate you have depends on first instance where the fault of a “leak” may be.
People in California complain of the material shrinking and needing a new fabric replacement. The kit is approximately £450-£600 gbp
There are many micro switches which, in themselves are expensive but, are very very time consuming. I’m guessing the labour was the cost of the first repair to just get it closed up.
I know in the states they are becoming more and more rare and when they fail exceptionally expensive to repair.
If you are in Europe. Look for a smart independent specialist. They are about. And get an appraisal on the cost. If it’s as bad as you say. I’d walk away from the whole idea sorry unless you can access a damaged donor car and cannibalise it
Good luck with you adventure
@@smarte.r.1450 Thanks for the advice. I'm in the US. I wouldn't mind if there was a way to manually open and close it. The main problem is getting it to seal tight when it closes. I'll keep your advice in mind and perhaps try to find a book that covers the roof repairs and check with local car junk yards for parts.
@@DivergentDroid also. Look up “Evilution” he has a huge amount of data and info and photos on any google search for all things SMART related
@@smarte.r.1450 Excellent, I'm on it. Thanks!
Hey, how you doing? haha, this is exactly what I got. Still only 4,000 km in the meter, not really drive much, but we took a long drive yesterday for 400 km return trip! That is a really lonnnng trip for our smart :D .
felali that’s fab news. Get the miles under your belt buddy.
I've noticed a fair bit of wind noise which sounds like it's coming from the front seal at the top of the roof.
This is especially bad if going over 60 mph.
Have you had any issues with this?
I can honestly say up to the legal limit (aherm) I’ve not had this problem at all I’m sorry
@@smarte.r.1450 thanks for the quick reply! Maybe I need to look at replacing the seals/cleaning them all.
It does get uncomfortably loud at times!
@@lukecoe1 you’re welcome. Make sure the micro switches are allowing the hood to fully close. They should be taught and no give at all.
Best of luck
Wish my mum's Smart car was a convertible. Looks so cool
Very affordable these days
Congrats on the new smart good video
SLEWER thank youuuuu
Is this on every smart and Smart Fortwo Passion of 2004?
As in roof?? I believe the 2004 would be a first generation model. I‘ve not had an early model sorry. Lookup EVILUTION on google. His site is filled with data on everything SMART
It's crazy seeing these right hand drive though
This goes for the Smart fortwo passion cabrio 450 2006 modell as well? I cant seem to do more with the roof button then stage 1 of this...maybe i have to do the second part myself ?
Never had a mk1. So. When closed. Press the retract button. When it stops. Lift off your finger from the retract button then, press retract again ??
Hi mate can you do a video on upgrading the headlights? Do you think it will be easy to do? Many thanks aaron
Aaron Jones sorry fella. The cost is prohibitive. Look up a guy called evilution on the web and RUclips. A wealth of knowledge
Great video thanks...
My roof will not go up anymore the fuse is not blown I don't know what else to do do you have any suggestions or anyone who might know? Thank you so much
Awwww nooooo. What a shame!!!
It could be so many things … it could be the switch , the motor or one of the micro switches….
Do you hear any sounds when pressing the switches??
@@smarte.r.1450 it was a fuse, it runs the radio wipers opens and closes the top..
Thank you for the p
Reply.. many this might help someone else 👍
Just bought a used 2009 cabriolet, I live in Southern California so I am exited about using the top down feature, except for today, it’s 97 degrees and boiling hot.
I'm very near being qualified for a silver 2009 cabriolet too ,now I'm hoping I'm blessed to get it.
did you get it?
sounds amazing!!! thanks for the video
You are very welcome. Thanks for leaving a kind word in these horrid times 😇
@@smarte.r.1450 to be honest i think you explained really well and even repeated process. 5 star video and no worries lol here on youtube we usually keep our heads up even if writing comment while a tsunami is happening xD 😎
I get my new car Wednesday a smart for 2 eq convertible cant wait awesome little car ❤😊
#jealous congratulations… great little city car that!
Mine does not go all the way down. Any thoughts?
Marco Arellano look up smart e.r. On Facebook and message me
What year is this smart car?
2009 Passion MHD
I just bought it this car and didn’t know that ! Thank you
Enjoy.please think about subscribing and service and maintain her yourself. 🙏. Thanks for your comment. Enjoy the little marvel
@@smarte.r.1450 and again I right - have to subscribe for future maintenance and all others !
@@svetonitofficial thank you. Message if you have questions I’ll always try and help
Many thanks!!
You are welcome 🙏
Hello I wanted ask if know what it means if you see a little wrench flash in the Display? Plz let me know thank you
Dizzil1973 Brown good question. That flashing symbol is there when your car is due a service. Once garage has done an oil and filter change for example they will normally reset it and it disappears. Hope that helps
Thank you so much !! 😍😍
Wrench means transmission failure or limp mode
Hi,
A bit off topic but thought you could help. My interior light has never worked since I got my Fortwo. I have replaced the bulb and fuse to no avail...... any ideas at all? Thanks
Alex Argiropoulos have you tried popping the light out of the ceiling and looking to make sure it’s connected ?
Smart E.R. Yeah, not recently but I did pop it out before to replace the bulb hoping that would work. I will go over it all tomorrow to check I’m not doing something stupid. Had a bad day today. Previous owner has manage to cross thread the sump and now I can’t tighten it up and have a steady leak. Trying to find away of sorting without having to get a whole new sump!
Alex Argiropoulos I’m sorry Alex then you’ll need to do some fault finding. Lookup on the internet evilution a really techy Smart car engineer. Personally I’d get a voltage testing kit and test the unit seems very unlikely that the problem is in the wiring loom.
Your daughter is stunning 😍
Thank my wife didn’t know that.👍
dioad thanks for taking the time to comment
So helpful :) thank you so much.
Glad it was helpful!
So do all these smart for two roof goes of our just carbio
All the smart 451 (for two) retract only and you can remove the roof rails. It may seem a small thing but with the top rails removed it gives a very open air feeling.
@@smarte.r.1450 I'm about to buy a smart car 2015 passion
Do you think it's gonna have the roof top remove feature? How do I know if it's a 451
@@8dragon1o if it’s a 2015 it’s a 451. And yes. All 451 cabriolet have this feature
@@smarte.r.1450 thanks man
But confused because it don't list the carbrio
It just say 2015 passion
Can you shed some light on that 🕯️?
@@8dragon1o passion is the trim level. If it’s not a Smart Fortwo cabriolet then it’s not a convertible..
If you are in the Uk enter the registration into the dvla ROAF FUND LICENSE CHECKER OR MOT checker .gov website or even a site like confused.com will normally tell you it’s a convertible
How to dollars this car?
These have stopped being made now and there is a newer version.you can pick this up in the UK for about $3-4k.... the newer versions (see my other videos) are more refined with better technology.. these start from around $7k and are no longer made with a petrol/Diesel engine.. only available brand new as Electric
Thank you so much. I'm from Bangladesh and physical disable a person. So how money💰 not.
When I put my roof all the way down it comes up with A C on my dash and bleeps at me 🤔 I have to click it back up to stop it how do I get it all the way down without it beeping
Hi, sorry I missed this one, did you ever get an answer?
awesome car! 👌
Tys Shoe Design why thanks 🙏 she’s fun there’s no question about that 😁
@@smarte.r.1450 so nice to hear. I have been wanting a smart car for years. hoping to get one this year. ☺️ thanks for the nice demonstration. have a great day. ☺️
I watched this today...went out and lowered the roof and it locked lol.
Oh dear. Did you fix it?
@@smarte.r.1450 Yes for now. Relay had gone. Being fully done tomorrow.
Nice car
Thanks. It’s been gone a few years now. I have the more modern version and 4 seater.
I want to buy one in the US
@@juanito6147 do it! I miss this one so much!!
Imagine it suddenly star raining while youtre taking your pregnant wife to the hospital.
DingDongChingChong 😳 oh dear.... doesn’t take long to go up ... did you start driving To hospital with the roof already down??
The moahtah
Soooo coool
allrighty then. wow
I particularly enjoyed the full open experience with the roof rails removed
yeah @@smarte.r.1450 I like the cabrio. I have a question about the soft glass in the back. do you have a garage where you put the smart when you are not using it? im also looking a smart but I am thinking about the safety of it.
Nice car I need Pakistan
If where you live has good roads my friend would be nice for sure.
The suspension is very stiff though and crashes over holes in the road 😭
I'm laughing so hard
😂
Tiffany N. Gilley I smile ever time I get in it. I also have a smirk this time of year when people I see every morning all year round give a little superior look at Smarty are now envious when the top is down and I nip in and out of small gaps in traffic keeping cool and enjoying the rare Uk sunshine 🌞
I got a 2013 electric drive cabriolet... live my car to death 😀
I'm jealous.. do you still have it?
@@smarte.r.1450 No it got totaled.. car stopped right in front of me and I rear ended them smh
@@ThatCasinoLife are you ok?
@@smarte.r.1450 yea I was fine
Too much work
What are detailed Response? Would you care to elaborate? Happy to have a conversation as your comments on your channel? It turned off why is that???