History and Background
The 2002 Smart Brabus Convertible belongs to the first generation of the Smart Fortwo convertible, a model series that carved out a distinctive niche in the city car segment in the early 2000s. Smart positioned the Fortwo as a compact two-seater with a strikingly short wheelbase, a safety concept featuring the Tridion cell, and a strong emphasis on urban use. The convertible variant added an open-top design, allowing Smart to meet the demand for variety within an extremely compact car.
Brabus, the German tuning company that worked closely with Mercedes-Benz and Smart, developed customized powertrains and trim levels for certain models. The 2002 Smart Brabus Convertible with an SB1 engine is one of those rarer variants. For this generation, the Brabus designation stood not only for exterior details but also for a customized technical configuration within the small Smart platform. As a result, this model ranks among the more distinctive versions in the early Smart lineup.
Only a limited number of these Smart Brabus Convertibles were built compared to the regular Smart models. Within Smart’s history, the Brabus models occupy a unique place because they combined a sportier character with a model that was primarily designed for efficient use of space. The combination of a convertible, Brabus trim, and the fact that it was first delivered in the Netherlands makes this 2002 Smart Brabus Convertible a model rarely seen on the streets.
Features and Details
This 2002 Smart Brabus Convertible is equipped with a Brabus SB1 engine, producing approximately 72 pk. For a car of this size, this represented a distinctly different technical configuration compared to the standard models in the same series. The Brabus tuning gave the Smart a different positioning within the lineup, with an emphasis on a more performance-oriented interpretation of the compact concept.
The car is in running condition. The convertible top operates properly. The interior and exterior look fairly neat. The odometer reading is 70,988 kilometers and is considered plausible by the RDW. This combination of details makes the 2002 Smart Brabus Convertible a vehicle with a clearly documented history in the Netherlands.
The 2002 Smart Brabus Convertible also stands out due to its limited availability. It is precisely the combination of the convertible body style and Brabus technology that makes this variant less commonly available than the standard Smart Fortwo models. This is significant within the model’s history, as the Brabus versions occupy a distinct niche within the Smart lineup of that period.
Summary
The 2002 Smart Brabus Convertible is a 2002 Dutch import, equipped with a Brabus SB1 powertrain, a recorded mileage of 70,988 kilometers, and a fully functional convertible top. This is a less common variant among the first-generation Smart convertibles. To get a good idea of the lot, we recommend that you attend the viewing day.
Please note: This car is being auctioned online by Classic Car Auctions.
This car is being offered in the “Classics, Sports Cars, Youngtimers Uithoorn” online auction. The car is available for viewing during the viewing days. The listed amount represents the lower end of the estimated value. Bidding starts at €1,000.
Auction
Opening: Friday, October 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM
Closing: Wednesday, November 4, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM
Location
Anthony Fokkerweg 7
1422 AE Uithoorn
Netherlands
Viewing Days
Friday, October 30 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tuesday, November 3 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
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