While those reach and famous standing behind the Project Kimber are trying to make up their minds, whether to build the Smart Roadster in the UK or somewhere else, creative guys in Germany are trying to monetize this limbo...
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While those reach and famous standing behind the Project Kimber are trying to make up their minds, whether to build the Smart Roadster in the UK or somewhere else, creative guys in Germany are trying to monetize this limbo situation. Behold the Michalak C7 -- the old Smart Roadster's new skin. Well...The pictures are horrible. I mean, the background and all, but I guess you get the basic idea: people at Michalak Design decided to get rid of the SR's futuristic body, replacing it with completely new fiberglass body panels, doors and hood. The result is a pretty retro-looking vehicle that will be able to grab some attention to its owner. From the technical standpoint, this is the same old Smart Fortwo with its original engine, transmission, axles and suspension system. Seats, steering wheel and fuel tank also come from Fortwo. The list of options includes xenon headlights, Recaro seats and aluminum alloys, 4Car is reporting. Although the Michalak C7 uses the Smart's mechanics, it is slightly faster, since with the new body it weighs only 620 kg -- 170 kilos lighter than the Roadster. Accordingly, the C7 accelerates from zero to 60 mph in less than 9 seconds. The kit costs as low as €7,000. Pricelist may be downloaded here. See also: DaimlerChrysler may build Smart car in the US
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