THE lights are going on at smart dealerships throughout the land to mark the launch of a new, limited-edition version of the smart fortwo coupe.

Based on the passion coupé model, the lightshine special edition comes with light green matt body panels, LED daytime running lights, colour coded headlamp bezels, ‘lightshine’ badging and the new pulse 3-double spoke alloys in an exclusive paint finish.

On the inisde there’s a high line navigation system with a new larger touch screen, CD/DVD/SD functionality and iPod® interface, while finishing touches include a sporty three-spoke steering wheel with paddleshift gear change and floor mats with the ‘lightshine’ logo.

Only 86 of the smart fortwo lightshine edition will be produced for the UK and all will feature the company’s 54bhp cdi engine. Price is £11,405 on-the-road.