smart city

This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2026 on Saturday the 21st of March Sunday the 22nd of March, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. , Introduced in 1998 as a collaboration between DaimlerBenz and Swatch, the Smart City Coup combined the names Swatch, Mercedes and Art, aiming to revolutionise the microcar market with its compact footprint and distinctive design,Registered in 2002, this example has had three previous keepers and covered less than 37,000 miles,Finished in offwhite with contrasting black Bpillars, this example features a blue cloth interior and smart alloy wheels all in keeping with its functional cityfocused character,Powered by a 599cc turbocharged inline threecylinder engine with electronic multipoint fuel injection producing 55bhp at 5,250rpm, driving through a 6speed automatic gearbox,Built with practicality in mind, its compact dimensions allow nosein parking, making it well suited to urban environments and everyday use,Benefiting from recommissioning in recent years including a water pump, NSR wheel bearing, driveshaft and a starter motor in 2025,A low mileage example of this distinctive city car, offering an accessible entry into modern classic ownership,