RickS Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 We got back from the ECR and this was waiting for us to pick up. What a fun new car to drive. The new dual clutch transmission is really nice and shifts very quickly and smoothly. Handles and turns incredibly short....even compared to our 2006 CDI. The power is surprising in the mid range where the turbo is providing the torque. Rick & Carey,Excel W41GKE Wild Cargo Toyhauler Volvo 730, D13, I-shift, 500/1850Brabus Smart Car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Patterson Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 VERY Nice!! Congrats! Shawn and Andrea Elvis the Cheagle Dog 2013 Volvo 730 / iShift / D13 XE Package / ET Hitch 2016 DRV Mobile Suites 43 Atlanta 2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited Read the blog at 40foothouse.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktlobb11 Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 Rick Very nice, we picked up a 2016 Prime in Jacksonville on the way home from the ECR. I notice you have the center arm rest, I'll assume you ordered it that way, do you know if you can add it after the fact? Thanks 2019 DRV Mobile Suites 38RSSA (Moving in 4/29)2020 Volvo 860 (Hopefully on the Production Line)2016 Smart Prime Coupe “Phase One” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaHybrid Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 Our new smart didn't have a center rest either and I bought one of these to add to it.: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Center-armrest-Seat-Mii-Leather-Storage-compartment-fold-up-height-adjustable-/162349032830?hash=item25ccc1a57e:g:~VwAAOSwvzRX0qIp It took about an hour to install as you need to partially pull the seat cover off to bolt the bracket in place. It actually felt better than the factory unit and has a small storage pocket as well. 2017 Kenworth T6802015 DRV 38RSSA Elite Suites2016 Smart Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 I really like ours but a rolling start and gun it, you will want to stick your foot out and help it. Downside of a turbo. My 2013 didn't do that. I do love the new transmission. 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted May 10, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 My armrest was ordered with the car but I did see one that was very interesting and looks very easy to install. Would have to import it but that may make up for the labour involved in the stock one. ARMREST Rick & Carey,Excel W41GKE Wild Cargo Toyhauler Volvo 730, D13, I-shift, 500/1850Brabus Smart Car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 Very nice. Congrats. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Heiser Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 Very nice. Looking forward to seeing it in person at the WCR. 2000 Kenworth T2000 w/ Cummins N14 and autoshift 2017 DRV Mobile Suite 40KSSB4 with factory mods, dealer mods and personal mods - now in the RV graveyard 2022 DRV Full House MX450 with customized floor plan 2018 Polaris RZR Turbo S (fits in the garage) 2016 Smart Car (fits in the garage or gets flat towed behind the DRV when the RZR is in the garage)My First Solar Install ThreadMy Second Solar Install Thread & Photos and Documents Related to the buildMy MX450's solar, battery and inverter system - my biggest system yet! chadheiser.com West Coast HDT Rally Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaHybrid Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 2 hours ago, RickS said: My armrest was ordered with the car but I did see one that was very interesting and looks very easy to install. Would have to import it but that may make up for the labour involved in the stock one. ARMREST Rick, We thought about that one but decided against it because it didn't have any adjustment vertically. There are a few others similar to that one and they are a LOT easier to install than the one we chose. Either way, there are arm rests that can be bought aftermarket and added to any smart. 2017 Kenworth T6802015 DRV 38RSSA Elite Suites2016 Smart Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewacowboy Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Nice looking car! We took one for a test drive yesterday and were pleasantly surprised....I actually fit in one. Anyone know if there is a way to search inventory nationally for a Brabus model? Jim and Kellie 2017 DRV 38RSSA Mobile Suite 2016 Western Star 5700xe YouTube Channel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Rick, that looks great and will most certainly match the rest of the rig. I noticed that phone holder! Where did you find that? Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted May 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 The mount is a Ram mount that I've had for years. It clamps to flat or round surfaces. Here is link to many mount options. I also use Ram mounts for gps on my bikes. Not the least expensive option but have never lost anything of the bikes either. We have a tablet mount that clamps to the passenger side grab handle also. Mount Tablet Mount in Volvo Truck Rick & Carey,Excel W41GKE Wild Cargo Toyhauler Volvo 730, D13, I-shift, 500/1850Brabus Smart Car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted May 19, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 Well, loaded the new car for the first time today. I sure see a lot more car in the mirrors than with the old one up there. Rick & Carey,Excel W41GKE Wild Cargo Toyhauler Volvo 730, D13, I-shift, 500/1850Brabus Smart Car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdickinson Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 I noticed that with mine as well. Mine is loaded the other way. I also moved the tiedown points to outside the wheels and added a couple of inches to the tire cage to get them to sit down further over the tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 9 hours ago, RickS said: Well, loaded the new car for the first time today. I sure see a lot more car in the mirrors than with the old one up there. Rick, is it really longer than the older models??? Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 Rick's old one was a 450 diesel probably six inches shorter. Nigel 2006 Volvo VNL 430, 2006 smart cabrio cdi, 2000 Triple E Topaz 30' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 Rocky, it does have a different "shape" but is no longer than the 451. It does look quite different in the mirrors. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdickinson Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 2 hours ago, Nigel said: Rick's old one was a 450 diesel probably six inches shorter. Nigel And 5" narrower, that's why the tiedowns are under the car. Gen 3 tires are 24" diameter, 1's were 22". That's why tire cage sits so high on the tire. I've gone thru all that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted May 21, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 21, 2017 2006 450 spec Length: 2,500 mm (98.5 in.) Width: 1,514 mm (59.6 in.) Height: 1,549 mm (61 in) 2017 453 spec Length 2,695 mm (106.1 in) Width 1,663 mm (65.5 in) Height 1,555 mm (61.2 in) Weight 880 kg (1,940 lb) It is 7.6" longer and I have most of that hanging over the passenger side and it does block the side view of the trailer through the mirror. The higher hood line of the new car adds to the blocked view. Rick & Carey,Excel W41GKE Wild Cargo Toyhauler Volvo 730, D13, I-shift, 500/1850Brabus Smart Car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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