Say hello to the car that's going to replace Tucker!

"Mercedes Streeter" (smart) 10/18/2016 at 20:36 • Filed to: New smart

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On this Saturday, I will be taking a flight to California from Illinois. It’s going to be my first plane trip ever! What for? Well, the lovely steed that will replace Tucker!

It’s a 2016 smart fortwo Edition #1.

This car is freaking loaded to the nines. Unfortunately, I do not get the manual...However, in its place, I get a limited edition smart with the LED lighting package, heated seats, proximity sensors, the works.

And the best part? All it takes is trading in Tucker and flying out to Cali. My payments even stay the same! :)

Why not the manual? I found the manual that was on the lot to be of a boring colour, and it didn’t have any of the features I wanted. I could have ordered one from the factory, but it wouldn’t have been an Edition #1 car either. So you know what? Still a win to me. :)

I don’t have any official photos of it to post here yet, as the dealership photos are kinda high res, and shhhh, it’s a surprise! :p

Now, here’s the funny business. Will any of the Chicago Oppos be around on Saturday to get me to O’Hare?

Note for shop-teacher: Sorry I won’t be able to help on Saturday. Unfortunately Sat was the cheapest flight I could book this week. :(

gmporschenut also a fan of hondas > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 20:45

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Road trip!!!!!

XJDano > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 20:45

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E90M3 > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 20:46

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First plane trip ever? I’m still surprised especially with the prevalence of air travel, that there are a decent amount of people that haven’t flown yet.

macanamera > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 20:46

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First plane trip?!?

Wobbles the Mind > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 20:48

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Oooo, exciting! I was hoping you’d grab one of these as soon as Mercedes showed off the new generation. New name? Tucker II: Electric Boogaloo, Tucker 1:48 Scale, Sir Tuckington, King Tuck, Tuck Tuck Boost, Tuck and Cover, Chris?

Brickman > E90M3 10/18/2016 at 21:01

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I never flown yet. Maybe if I buy a car far away too :)

PS9 > E90M3 10/18/2016 at 21:12

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I’ve never flown yet, and I ain’t never gonna.

m-b-w loves his SUBAROO > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 21:15

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Is it a Cabrio? Either way, it looks awesome!

shop-teacher > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 21:20

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Bah! You were the only one who was actually coming! What’s with all the ChicagOppos blowing town this weekend?

Congrats on the new ride though ... you crazy, crazy woman :)

XJDano > Brickman 10/18/2016 at 21:25

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Or sell one far away and fly home. I’m doing that. Perhaps you already know.

Mercedes Streeter > shop-teacher 10/18/2016 at 21:25

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Sads :( You know. I have the whole week off next week, so I could swing by to help with the tranny. I’m still trying to figure out how to get to O’Hare though.

Daily Drives a Dragon - One Last Lap > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 21:28

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Ooohhh. That color combo is fantastic.

mazda616 > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 21:30

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That’s awesome! New cars are always exciting.

shop-teacher > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 21:31

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The plan is to finish swapping the tranny that Saturday. What time is your flight? As you know, I’m pretty close to O’hare, but I’ll be a little predisposed.

Mercedes Streeter > shop-teacher 10/18/2016 at 22:00

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My flight appears to leave at 7:45 AM. I could have taken Metra if I could have found a cheap weekday ticket, but that didn’t happen. lol

The Lurktastic Opponaught > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 22:06

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Congratulations!

Ike > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 22:31

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You have to chronicle the return trip. Also I drove one of these I kinda loved it. I likened it to a pug

Flavien Vidal > Ike 10/18/2016 at 22:51

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Nah, no need to document anything, the car fits in her carry-on.

Mercedes Streeter > E90M3 10/18/2016 at 23:07

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Fun that this trip will be so many firsts for me! First time on a plane, first time travelling alone, beats my previous road trip record by 1,100 miles, and my first time in any of those Western states :)

Mercedes Streeter > XJDano 10/18/2016 at 23:08

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Wait, when are you dropping off the Metro?

Mercedes Streeter > Flavien Vidal 10/18/2016 at 23:09

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And like, groceries and stuffs :D

Mercedes Streeter > Wobbles the Mind 10/18/2016 at 23:11

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Miss Tesla and I have a few names already: “Agent Orange”, “Phil” (reference to Groundhog Day), “Chicago Typewriter”, “Covina” (after the dealership I’m getting it from), and “Escape From LA” (Bojack reference).

Mercedes Streeter > m-b-w loves his SUBAROO 10/18/2016 at 23:13

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Hard top! Cabriolet be too expensive for my tastes lol

Mercedes Streeter > macanamera 10/18/2016 at 23:13

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First plane trip! Airbus A321 too.

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Mercedes Streeter 10/18/2016 at 23:15

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Congrats on the huge upgrade!

Evil's Wheels > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 00:20

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Awesome! I have to confess, your tales of your love affair with Tucker very nearly had me convinced to go Smart this year, which wound up not actually happening because of reasons but not without regrets. After a couple of test drives in 453's, I admit I’d have go for the dct, myself. Stubborn 3-pedaler that I am, I found them too far offset to the right of center with the driver’s seat to work for me, and you know what? That dct is a damn nice transmission. I hope you have an epic and safe road trip!

DipodomysDeserti > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 00:21

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Definitely go with Agent Orange.

Khalbali > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 00:22

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That’s so awesome! I’m really happy for you, and I gotta say the new smarts look awesome, I’d love to pick one up in a few years when my NC is paid off. We expect a fine OPPO review asap!

DipodomysDeserti > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 00:22

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Where in California are you headed? If youve never been west you might not want to go back to the Midwest.

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 00:39

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What about Bert? The colour scheme makes it sort of look like a scoop of orange sherbert.

Mercedes Streeter > DipodomysDeserti 10/19/2016 at 01:19

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SoCal, right near Long Beach, tbh. :)

And oh god, I hope that doesn’t happen, hope Verizon would be okay with me moving! xD

Mercedes Streeter > Evil's Wheels 10/19/2016 at 01:21

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Aww, well I’m happy that my tales have wooed some people. :) These cars are definitely not for everyone...but for those who can look past the downfalls, they offer one heck of an ownership experience. :)

facw > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 02:04

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Congrats! The drive back should be beautiful until you get to Denver, and then very very flat the rest of the way.

XJDano > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 06:35

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I’m driving up Friday night after work, then we replace trans after breakfast. I fly out around 8pm.

Mercedes Streeter > XJDano 10/19/2016 at 07:22

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Dammit. I was going to ask for a ride to O’Hare that Saturday morning. Flight takes off 7:45 Trying to figure out a way of getting there that won’t cost $50 lol

random001 > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 07:30

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Is that the interior you’re getting? Because datinterior!

XJDano > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 07:37

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So you need to be at airport by about 6 right?

Mercedes Streeter > XJDano 10/19/2016 at 07:41

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I guess? I’ve never flown before, so I assume getting there that early would be good :)

Mercedes Streeter > random001 10/19/2016 at 07:42

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Yes it is!!! And I know, those stainless steel pedals would be so fun with a manual, but I can’t say no to that intoxicating car. :)

Captain of the Enterprise > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 08:03

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Congrats, I’m glad it’s falling into place for you!

random001 > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 08:16

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omergurd! I love that. Congrats!

64Mali > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 09:41

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Congrats on getting a replacement for Tucker. They look pretty sharp just no way in hell I would drive one in New England.. Also how did you find one in cali?

haveacarortwoorthree2 > E90M3 10/19/2016 at 09:43

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I had never been on a plane until after I graduated from college. Now I wish I never had to fly.

Mercedes Streeter > 64Mali 10/19/2016 at 10:37

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I have really high connections at smart USA. Buying it from Cali was the only way to get the stellar deal I got. :)

64Mali > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 10:39

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Well that works. Congrats, I recommend planning naps and coffee stops on your way back. Books on tape help too.

spanfucker retire bitch > E90M3 10/19/2016 at 10:52

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The only time I’ve been on a plane was as a baby, so I don’t think it counts.

JGrabowMSt > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 11:08

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Wait a second. I know a thing or two about those new Smart cars, and its easy to change the colored panels yourself. Boring color? Just swap the panels!

Mercedes Streeter > JGrabowMSt 10/19/2016 at 11:49

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True! But can’t easily swap out the paint in the metals...and well, too expensive to change the interior and equipment bits. :)

Frenchlicker > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 14:24

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I love this generation and the one pictured is beautiful. If I could justify living with one I would consider it. It just doesn’t tick any of my boxes sadly.

m-b-w loves his SUBAROO > Mercedes Streeter 10/19/2016 at 17:36

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Best of luck on the trip! I’m sure it’ll be a great experience driving your brand new car from California back home!