I am looking for a Cheap CHEAP Smart Fortwo, do you know where one is?

So my buddy and I have decided to build a smart for the 2016 Challenge. There are a couple available through Copart but in Missouri you need a dealer's license to bid. Therefore, I thought I might ask the group if they know of a Smart that is cheap. Salvage titles and dead motors and transmissions are A-ok. We would just prefer something with a decent interior and exterior. We are located in Central MO but would be willing to travel for the right deal. Sadly, CA seems to have a ton but that is a little far (unless there is a running one for a grand). Thanks!

There's one stripped to the frame behind the body shop in West Point, Indiana. I drove by a month ago & it caught my eye, I know nothing else unfortunately.

I've got the Suzuki Hayabusa engine you need for it...

motomoron wrote: I've got ONE OF THE TWO Suzuki Hayabusa engines you need for it...

FTFY

I like where you two are heading but I really doubt that we can swing even one Busa engine on a challenge budget. Motomoron - if you are wanting to give Challenge type pricing on that motor, we will definitely take it off your hands.

In reply to petegossett:

We really need one that has body panels still attached. However, I did find a complete panel "kit" on Ebay for $400 plus shipping. Seems reasonable.

Also, it looks like I might be in Indi at the end of July. Mind doing a little scouting on that stripped smart?

Interesting concept. A CHEAP Smart Car. I thought by definition they were all cheap. LOL

Does it need to be street legal? I know of a canadian one that can't be US registered. In MI.

We would really prefer one with a title but if it is cheap enough maybe worth a shot.

In reply to singleslammer:

I don't know when I might get back that direction, but the name is Martin's Body & Paint and address/phone are:

5008 IN-25 West Point, IN 47992 (765) 572-2437

I remember seeing one parked there a few years ago too, not sure if this might be the same one or a different one.

In reply to CGLockRacer:

PMed

In reply to singleslammer:

I emailed him. Waiting for reply.

I wonder if they offer discounts for long-term use...

Rent one one pull the subframe for a BEC version... Maybe...

In reply to CGLockRacer:

Cool, Thanks Phil