Rimshot Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Do you think one of these would work for a prospecting vehicle? Small, light weight, cheap on gas... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 AWD ? Viair onboard, and some BFG`s ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimshot Posted August 8, 2013 Author Share Posted August 8, 2013 Engine Type: In-Line 3-CylinderEngine Block/Cylinder Head: Aluminum-AlloyDisplacement (l): 1.0Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net, Rev 8/04): 70 HP @ 5,800 rpmTorque (lb.-ft. @ rpm): 68 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpmBore and Stroke (in): 2.83 x 3.22Compression Ratio: 10.0:1Valve train: 4-valve per cyl. - SOHCElectronic Multi-Point Fuel InjectionRear-wheel DriveCARB Emissions Rating: ULEV-2Federal Emissions: Tier II/Bin5Direct Ignition System with ImmobilizerTransmissions: 5-Speed Automated ManualGear Ratios: 1st: 3.308 2nd: 1.913 3rd: 1.258 4th: 0.943 5th: 0.707 Final Drive: 4.529 Reverse: 3.231Body/Suspension/Chassis: Unit-Body Construction MacPherson Strut Front Suspension DeDion axle Rear Suspension Stabilizer Bar (mm, front): TBD mm/noneRack-and-Pinion Steering: Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft.): 28.7Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in.): 11/8 Wheels: All-Season Tires: 155/60 R15 Front/175/55 R15 RearInterior Measurements:Headroom (in.): 39.7Legroom (in.): 41.2Shoulder Room (in.): 48Hip-room (in.): 45.4Cargo Volume (cu. ft.): 12.0Passenger Volume (cu. ft.): 45.4Seating Capacity: 2Exterior Measurements:Wheelbase (in.): 73.5Length (in.): 106.1Height (in.): 60.71Width (in.): 61.38Track (in., front/rear): 50.51/54.53Coefficient of Drag: 0.34Curb Weight (lbs.): 1,80808 EPA Mileages:5-Speed Automatic Manual (City/Highway): 34/40Crankcase (qt.): 3.5 incl. oil filterRequired Fuel: Premium Unleaded recommendedCoolant System (qt.): 4.5.Fuel Tank: 10 gallon – 8.7 with 1.3 gal. Reserve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klunker Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 I guess it depends on what your prospecting for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaius Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Sure go ahead and take pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Au Seeker Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Keep in mind from what I've been told and read about it takes some getting use to using the automated transmission, if you don't do it just right it will jerk your hat off , this isn't an issue with the electric version since it does have gears to change, but you would have to have a very long extension cord to charge the battery out in gold country!!There are also other sub-compact cars out there that get the same are even better gas mileage and have more room and a lot more amenities/luxuries, like a standard radio to say the least, in city parking with some of these other sub-compacts may not be a spiffy as the Smart car but close!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morlock Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 It's liable to get hung up on the first boulder you drive over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Dorado Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Hey our VW Jetta gets an honest 42 mpg average and has been out to the digs many times. it will easily carry 3-4 beepers, enough beer to quench the thirst of at least 4 prospectors and still have room for two big dogs. I just don't get those punster powered grocery carts. Why can't they get absurdly hi mileage ? Course if you do take it out in gold country and get stuck, you mother in law could probably pick it up and get it unstuck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimshot Posted August 8, 2013 Author Share Posted August 8, 2013 lol Steve!!! Yeah and did you see it runs on premium gas,,,that's kinda weird, 70 hp on premium gas,,,haha!! Guess i need to find me a mother-in-law haha!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caliche Chris Posted August 9, 2013 Share Posted August 9, 2013 I've been driving a pt cruiser into some pretty rough areas. It's my only vehicle, and its a lot tougher than I thought it would be.. Gotta watch those nasty wash outs after a big rain! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DolanDave Posted August 9, 2013 Share Posted August 9, 2013 I had a friend at work drive one of those smart cars, I told him if he got in an accident, he didn't have to pay for a coffin... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoser John Posted August 9, 2013 Share Posted August 9, 2013 Them pieces of garbage just took the title of worst most dangerous car to be in a crash in with the new testing done by the government. What a waste a cash,ever drive in one a them thangs??? Absolutely horrible tiny piece a .........John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klunker Posted August 9, 2013 Share Posted August 9, 2013 We don't need "smart cars" we need smart people. There are a lot of twisted minds out there that would force us into crap like that if they could. And they can if we let them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimshot Posted August 9, 2013 Author Share Posted August 9, 2013 Well actually it rates good or acceptable on the crash test even though it's small. The body is built by Mercedes Benz. The only glitches I can find is its low powered (0-60 in like 12 seconds) and the transmission doesn't want to shift right in automatic mode but ok in standard mode. I think it's cute. I know, i know, it's not a rock crawler....hehe!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weaver hillbille Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Do you think one of these would work for a prospecting vehicle? Small, light weight, cheap on gas... NOpe, I'd rather resurrect and old squarebackVW for that kind of money.http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/3975048561.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimshot Posted August 10, 2013 Author Share Posted August 10, 2013 (edited) What if the body was lifted up a little? Edited August 10, 2013 by Rimshot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Au Seeker Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 What if the body was lifted up a little? Rimmy, now that Smart car has some potential!!! However I think the gas mileage is out the window on that one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klunker Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Ah-Yes! It's gone from a smart car to a brilliant car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garimpo Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Rim I think Glenn M. and Sgt would be all over that.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimshot Posted August 10, 2013 Author Share Posted August 10, 2013 I knew ya'll would like it!!!! lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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