United Auto Group Received 12,600 Deposits For Smart Cars

"DETROIT - United Auto Group Inc. (UAG), the nation's second largest auto retailer, said Wednesday that in just over five weeks it has received $99 deposits from 12,600 people eager to be among the first buyers of DaimlerChrysler AG's (DCX) two-seat Smart "fortwo" mini car when it hits U.S. showrooms in 2008."

"With gas prices looking at $4 a gallon this summer, this is perfect timing".

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But if they are bothered by $4 a gallon gas prices, why are they waiting until 2008 to do something? Or are they all Prius owners with buy-American guilt?

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"Smart vehicles are slated to have a base price below $12,000." This might have something to do with it. The Prius is still a little too pricey for many. At almost half the base price, the smartcar would be more affordable.

SF2 is built in Germany. Nothing NA about it.