Lift Kit
Smart Fortwo 451 3" Lift Kit (2008–2015)
Smart Fortwo 451 3" Lift Kit (2008–2015)
- 3" of lift for the Smart Fortwo 451
- 100% bolt-on, uses factory mounting points
- No frame cutting or welding
- Heavy-duty steel, powder-coated
- Hardware and full-color instructions included
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3" lift, wheel adapters, 15x7 wheels, 215/75R15 all-terrains, fender flares, TPMS, lug nuts, Bilstein shocks and OE springs. One tap in the builder, you pick the wheels.
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- Free shipping in the lower 48. Same-day shipping on select items ordered by 1 pm PT, Mon–Fri, from Elk Grove, CA or Beaverton, OR
- 1-year warranty on parts we make. 30 days on everything else. 30-day returns (20% restocking fee)
- Bolt-on install with color step-by-step instructions. Prefer a pro? Any trusted mechanic can install it. Ask for our shop write-up
Details & specs
Overview
Two tall boys of lift for the smallest car on the road. This 3" kit raises the 2008–2015 Smart Fortwo 451 using its factory mounts, so you get real ground clearance and room for an all-terrain stance without touching a cutting wheel.
Why it's worth it
- 3" of lift on the Smart Fortwo 451
- Bolt-on install using factory mounting points
- No frame cutting or welding
- Heavy-duty steel with a powder coat finish
- Full-color, step-by-step instructions in the box
- The base for a full stance: 4x156 adapters, 15x7 wheels and 215/75R15 all-terrains
Fitment
Fits the 2008–2015 Smart Fortwo 451, including Pure, Passion and Brabus. We have specific adjustments to the kit for the electric 451. It can go on a Smart 450 with modified rear shock hangers, but we make no fitment guarantee on the 450. Driving a 2016+ 453? You need our 453 buffer lift kit instead.
What's in the box
- Lift kit components
- Mounting hardware
- Full-color instructions
Wheels, tires, wheel adapters and fender flares are sold separately.
Install
The kit bolts on at the factory mounting points with no frame cutting or welding. Follow the color printed, step-by-step instructions. After the lift, the factory negative camber in the rear normalizes under no load. If you want an alignment, put about 400 miles on the car first so the lift can settle.
Wheels and tires
Going for the full look? Our 3x112 to 4x156 wheel adapters let the 451 run our 15x7 4x156 wheels. The 215/75R15 all-terrains we list for the 451 need this lift to clear. Going much bigger, like 28" tires, takes some easy clearance trimming of superficial pinch welds. Build a lifted Smart car in the 451 kit builder, where every part shown fits your car.
Specs
| Fitment | Smart Fortwo 451 (2008–2015), Pure, Passion and Brabus |
|---|---|
| Lift height | 3 in |
| Material | Heavy-duty steel |
| Finish | Powder coat |
| Install | Bolt-on, factory mounting points |
| Modification | No frame cutting or welding |
| Includes | Lift kit components, mounting hardware, full-color instructions |
Install
100% bolt-on using the factory mounting points, with no frame cutting, welding or permanent fabrication. The full-color, step-by-step photo instructions make it a realistic DIY job at home.
Prefer a pro? Any trusted mechanic or collision shop can install it. Ask for our shop write-up through our contact form.
Guides
Fitment, cost and install guides that cover this part:
Shipping & returns
Free shipping in the lower 48. Same-day shipping on select items ordered by 1 pm PT, Mon–Fri, from Elk Grove, CA or Beaverton, OR.
1-year warranty on parts we make. 30 days on everything else. 30-day returns (20% restocking fee), and nothing is final sale.
Questions about this part
What tire size does it run?
Our 451 builds run 215/75R15 all-terrains on 15x7 wheels drilled 4x156, mounted with our 3x112 to 4x156 Smart 450/451 adapters (3x112). Those 215s need this lift to clear. Going much bigger, like 28" tires, takes some easy clearance trimming of superficial pinch welds.
What's in the box, and what else do I need?
The kit gives you 3" of lift: lift kit components, mounting hardware and full-color instructions. Wheels, tires, wheel adapters and fender flares are sold separately. The 451 kit builder lays out the full stance step by step, and every part shown fits the 451.
Will it fit my Smart 450 or 453?
It can go on a 450, but that requires modifying the rear shock hangers, and we make no guarantees on fitment or compatibility for that generation. Contact us before you order. 2016+ cars are the 453 generation and need the 453 buffer lift kit.
Can I install it myself?
Yes. It bolts on at the factory mounting points with no frame cutting or welding, and ships with color printed, step-by-step instructions. Prefer a pro? Any trusted mechanic or collision shop can install it. Ask for our shop write-up through our contact form.
Do I need an alignment?
The factory negative camber in the rear normalizes under no load after the lift. That's normal. If you want an alignment, put about 400 miles on the car first so the lift can settle.
Easy
Bolted on this on my 2013 Smart 451 today. Instructions were super easy to follow. It looks awesome and I am very happy with the result. Highly recommend.
Appreciate the feedback! Glad the kit is working out.
Game changer for dirt roads.
Thanks for the support! Stoked the lift kit is treating you well.
Exactly what my 451 needed. Looks like a completely different car.
Thanks for the support! Stoked the lift kit is treating you well. Glad the lift kit is giving you the clearance you needed.
Huge difference in clearance. I can fit AT tires now easily.
Love hearing this. Enjoy the extra clearance out there.
FULL SEND!!! If you are thinking about buying this, JUST DO IT! You will not regret it I promise you!
Rob, thanks for the support! Glad the kit is working out. Hope the lift kit is helping you get a little further off the beaten path.
Can finally run bigger tires. It looks heavy duty and I am very happy
Rob, appreciate you running our gear! Hope the lift kit is helping you get a little further off the beaten path.
I can't stop smiling every time I walk up to my car. This lift kit brings me so much joy!!!
Anthony, stoked to hear you're enjoying the lift.
Incredible upgrade. Fast shipping. Solid parts. 10/10.
Appreciate the feedback! Glad the kit is working out. Hope the lift kit is helping you get a little further off the beaten path.
Bolted on this on my 2014 Smart 451 today. The ground clearance is huge. It looks flawless and I am blown away with the result. Full send!
Love hearing this. Enjoy the extra clearance out there. Hope the lift kit is helping you get a little further off the beaten path.
Absolutely killer setup! Little Big Supply absolutely knocked it out of the park with this 3 inch kit!
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Ride quality is firm but good. It looks nice.
That's awesome to hear. Enjoy the upgrade!
Full send certified indeed! Quality is out of this world.
That's awesome to hear. Enjoy the upgrade! Hope the lift kit is helping you get a little further off the beaten path. If you grab any photos of the build, send them to us @littlebigsupply on Instagram!
i bought this for my 2008 smart car and it look grate. me and my buddy put it on in the driveway. highly recomment.
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Takes the car to the next level. It looks great and I am blown away with the result. Full send!
Appreciate the feedback! Glad the kit is working out.
Looks amazing. Install was decent.
Appreciate the feedback! Glad the kit is working out. If you grab any photos of the build, send them to us @littlebigsupply on Instagram!
Stance is super aggressive. It looks incredible and I am thrilled with the result. Full send!
Anthony, appreciate you running our gear! We'd love to see your setup - tag or DM us @littlebigsupply on Instagram.
WOW! Just wow! The quality, the look, the ride... everything is a straight up 10 out of 10!!
Appreciate the feedback! Glad the kit is working out.
It looks awesome and I am very happy with the result. Would buy again.
Adam, stoked to hear you're enjoying the lift. Glad the lift kit is giving you the clearance you needed.
Fitment was absolutely perfect. It looks perfect and I am thrilled with the result. Full send!
Right on - thanks for running Little Big Supply gear.
Threw this on my 2008 Smart 451 today. Doesn't scrape on speed bumps anymore. It looks perfect and I am blown away with the result. Highly recommend.
Peter, appreciate you running our gear! Glad the lift kit is giving you the clearance you needed. If you grab any photos of the build, send them to us @littlebigsupply on Instagram!
bought it for my 451, it fit good. to much fun driving it now.
Frank, appreciate you running our gear!
It took me and my dad about 6 hours to get everything bolted up in the garage. The instructions were clear and the parts fit exactly how they should. Huge thumbs up to Jeff.
That's awesome to hear. Enjoy the upgrade!
Stance is super aggressive. It looks fantastic and I am thrilled with the result. 10/10.
Appreciate the feedback! Glad the kit is working out. Hope the lift kit is helping you get a little further off the beaten path.
So freaking stoked on how this turned out! My 451 is the coolest car in my town now, hands down.
Martin, appreciate you running our gear!
Added this on my 2010 Smart 451 today. Instructions were super easy to follow. It looks perfect and I am blown away with the result. Thanks Little Big Supply!
Chris, stoked to hear you're enjoying the lift. Hope the lift kit is helping you get a little further off the beaten path.
really heavy metal parts, not like cheap ebay stuff. grate quality.
Thanks for the support! Stoked the lift kit is treating you well. Hope the lift kit is helping you get a little further off the beaten path.
Ride quality is firm but good. It looks amazing and I am blown away with the result. Full send!
Right on - thanks for running Little Big Supply gear. We'd love to see your setup - tag or DM us @littlebigsupply on Instagram.
I am in LOVE with my lifted Smartie! Thank you Jeff and everyone at the shop for making this masterpiece!
Love hearing this. Enjoy the extra clearance out there.
Building a Smart 451?
Start with the lift, then add wheels, tires and armor. The configurator puts a complete Smart 451 kit together in a few clicks.