Smart Fortwo 451 - Buyer's Guide - Pure, Pulse & Passion Models 2007-2014

In this video I talk about the second generation Smart Fortwo, the 451 model that ran from 2007 - 2014. I give background information on these cars, state some differences between these and the Fortwo/City Coupe 450 models and explain what can go wrong. I cover the petrol/gasoline models including the Pure, Pulse and Passion but not the diesel, special editions or the Brabus models.

If in doubt - obtain a professional vehicle inspection and always carry out a vehicle check to ensure it has a clean history and no outstanding finance.

I cover bodywork, Tridion, engines, 1.0 MHD (Micro Hybrid Drive) and 84 BHP Turbo models. I briefly mention the 54 BHP diesel.
I detail transmission and clutch, exhaust, wheels and suspension, front and rear brakes, air conditioning, heating and ventilation, interior trims, water leaks from windscreen bonding failure, oil leaks, SAM units, electrical issues, road testing, earning lights and service history.

Below are associated videos as promised in the video:

Introducing my Smart Fortwo 84 bhp Passion:
   • Introducing my 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 8...  
Removing seats and interior deep clean:
   • 2008 Smart Fortwo 451 - Removing Seats & I...  
Reset service indicator:
   • 2008 Smart Fortwo 451 - Resetting Service ...  
Front body panel removal:
   • 2008 Smart Fortwo 451 - Front Body Panel R...  
Rear body panel removal:
   • 2008 Smart Fortwo 451 Removing Rear Body P...  
Door panel removal:
   • 2008 Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP - Doo...  
Charging battery without removing:
   • Smart Fortwo - Charging the Battery Withou...  
Brake light switch replacement:
   • Smart Fortwo Not Selecting Gears - Brake L...  
Finding water leak:
   • Smart Fortwo 451 - Finding Interior Water ...  
Fixing water leak and clearing plenum chamber drains:
   • Smart Fortwo 451 - Fixing Windscreen Leak ...  
Replacing air con condenser - Part 1:
   • Smart Fortwo 451 - Replacing Air Condition...  
Replacing air con condenser - Part 2:
   • Smart Fortwo 451 - Replacing Air Condition...  
Air con compressor failure:
   • Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP 2008 - Air...  
Replacing air con compressor:
   • Replacing the Air Con Compressor - 2008 Sm...  
Replacing pollen/cabin filter:
   • Smart Fortwo  2008 451 - Replacing Pollen ...  
Oil and filter change:
   • 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 BHP 451 - Eng...  
Changing Gearbox oil:
   • 2008 Smart Fortwo 451 84 BHP - Changing Ge...  
Fixing the rust:
   • Tridion Rust/Corrosion - Smart Fortwo 451 ...  
Restoring polycarbonate roof:
   • Smart Fortwo 451 - Polycarbonate Roof and ...  
SAM unit removal and repair/resolder:
   • Smart Fortwo 451 - SAM Unit Removal and Re...  
Key fob buttons and key battery replacement:
   • Smart Fortwo 451 Key Fob Buttons and Batte...  
Replacing front top suspension mount and shock absorber:
   • Smart ForTwo 451 2008 O/S/F Top Suspension...  
Rear brake inspection:
   • Smart Fortwo 451 Rear Brake Inspection  
Rear brake shoes, drums and wheel cylinders:
   • 2008 Smart Fortwo 451 - Replacing Rear Bra...  
Front brake pads and discs/rotors:
   • Smart Fortwo 451 2008 - Replacing Front Br...  
Exhaust and O2 sensor - Part 1:
   • 2008 Smart Fortwo 451 84 BHP Lambda Probe ...  
Exhaust and lamda probe - Part 2:
   • 2008 Smart Fortwo 451 84 BHP Lambda Probe ...  
Keep it or sell it:
   • 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 BHP 451 - Upd...  

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Disclaimer - Please be advised that my videos are not instructional and are merely footage of me, with many years of motor trade experience, carrying out vehicle repairs and maintenance. Please conduct your own research, ensure you have the correct tools/necessary expertise and undertake your own due diligence before carrying out vehicle repairs. If in doubt, entrust an automotive technician / car mechanic.