If you’re in the market for a new smart fortwo, the Daimler has announced today that coming this fall is a special edition of the compact model called the smart fortwo edition highstyle. The model boasts exclusive chocolate brown metallic paintwork along with 12-spoke 15″ alloy wheels, while inside, metallic leather seats mixed with different colored fabrics and brown stitching are present. Other highlights include a kneepad and instrument panel with leather look, a leather covered 3-spoke sports steering wheel with steering wheel gearshift, and various trim elements in a matte silver color.
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