SMART CITY (2000-04) is a tiny, two-seat city car, built primarily for urban driving rather than family duties. Its exceptionally compact footprint makes parking and threading through narrow streets easier than in conventional hatchbacks, while its distinctive, upright shape gives it a character all its own. In the UK market, it sits among specialist microcars, appealing to drivers who value small size over extra seats or luggage space. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 4,117 look-ups covering 1,772 different VINs, a substantial sample for this unusual model. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £800 and average recorded mileage of 76,000 miles; average annual mileage is 4,000. The cars checked had about six and a half previous keepers on average, so reviewing each car’s history is especially worthwhile. Against rivals such as the Fiat Seicento, the SMART CITY (2000-04) prioritises easy parking and city commuting, suiting solo drivers or couples with little luggage.