Smart Racer

When you look purely at numbers on paper, the Smart Roadster Brabus (452) with its 101 hp 0.7L turbo engine might sound modest. But at just 820 kg, its power-to-weight ratio of 123.2 hp/tonne lands it right in the sweet spot of classic and modern driver's cars.

Because of its ultra-light chassis, the Brabus matches 1.8L naturally aspirated roadsters like the MG TF 135 and Fiat Barchetta, out-punches entry-level MX-5s and Z3s, and stays surprisingly close to classic transaxle coupes like the Porsche 944.

Proof that keeping mass off the scale is the ultimate cheat code for B-road agility.

Which car on this list is taking your vote for a mountain pass run? 👇

SAME CAR… BUT SOMETHING CHANGED.

In the new video, I take you through the whole transformation, from removing the original setup to the final result and a proper test drive.
And yes… that sound is now VERY different. 😈

🎥 WATCH THE FULL VIDEO HERE:
https://youtu.be/qPhfAcPhbok

What do you think of the transformation? 👇

Ever wondered how the Smart Roadster (452) compares to other driver-focused cars in terms of wheelbase? Measuring in at 2,360 mm (236 cm), its chassis dimension sits in very exclusive company:

TVR Sagaris: 2,360 mm

Lotus Elise S1: 2,360 mm

Formosa 236 Roadster: 2,360 mm

Porsche 911 GT3 (997): 2,360 mm

Mazda MX-5 (ND): 2,310 mm

Toyota MR2 (AW11): 2,320 mm

Honda S2000 (AP1/AP2): 2,400 mm

Whether it’s an ultra-light British corner-carver or a track-focused German icon, keeping the axles close together is the proven recipe for sharp turn-in and telepathic handling.

Which one of these chassis setups would you pick for a twisty B-road session? Let us know in the comments! 👇

REMOVED THE ENTIRE FRONT BUMPER OF MY SMART ROADSTER…

And honestly… I didn't expect the job to turn into THIS.

What started as one simple thing quickly turned into hours of work, taking apart a big part of the front end.

But there was a reason I went this far…

And by the end, the Roadster looked completely different.

🎥 I filmed the whole process — 28 minutes of DIY Smart Roadster work.

👉 Watch it here:
https://youtu.be/gCdqGQppx70

Would you have taken the whole thing apart? 👇

Give Your Smart More Air!

Your intercooler can only work as well as the air you can get to it.

Meet the Smart Racer Parts Intercooler Scoop XL — a larger, performance-focused scoop designed to direct more incoming air straight toward the intercooler. 💨

🔥 WHY GO XL?

✅ ~50% more airflow compared with the standard scoop
✅ Better intercooler cooling
✅ Potentially lower intake air temperatures
✅ More consistent performance
✅ Ideal for tuned & performance-enhanced Smarts
✅ Direct replacement for OEM #0009487 V002
✅ No screws. No adhesive. No permanent modifications.

For tuned vehicles, better airflow to the intercooler can help you get the most from your setup — with potential gains of around 5–10 HP depending on engine, ECU tune, boost pressure and other modifications.
Actual results vary and cannot be guaranteed.

🏁 FITMENT

• Smart Fortwo 450
• Smart Roadster 452

Whether you're replacing a broken original scoop or looking for a simple performance upgrade, the XL version is designed to move more air where it matters.

👉 Check it out on eBay:
https://www.ebay.de/itm/820070605664

Looking for the standard-size version? 👇
https://www.ebay.de/itm/820043299565

Smart Racer Parts — engineered for Smart enthusiasts. 🏁

Reduce excessive engine movement while keeping vibrations as low as possible compared with more aggressive engine-mount solutions
More info: https://www.ebay.de/itm/820070546941

🚨 NO HORN? DON'T REPLACE IT YET!

If the horn on your Smart Roadster suddenly stops working, the problem might be much simpler than you think.

In my latest video, I show you 5 things you should check first — from the F1 paddle and horn button contacts to the steering wheel connector, fuse and the horn itself.

A few minutes of troubleshooting and some contact cleaner can potentially save you from buying parts you don't actually need. 🔧

🎥 The new video is LIVE on Smart Racer!

Link in the first comment 👇

🔧 **ONE SCANNER. REAL-WORLD TEST.**

The new .official CR Max P** has arrived at Smart Racer — and I had to find out what it can actually do.

I’ve been using iCarsoft diagnostic tools on my Smart Roadster for years, but this time we’re stepping it up.

From a 2003 Smart Roadster to much newer cars — I put the CR Max P through a proper real-world test.

No showroom demo. Just cars, diagnostics and a lot of buttons to press. 😄

🎥 **Full video is now live on YouTube!**

👉 Link in bio / comment

**Would you trust one scanner to diagnose all your cars? 👀**