1997 Geo Prizm LSI review from North America

This car is amazing. Nothing went wrong with the car until it was 11 years old and even then it has been minor stuff - that's pretty darn good if you ask me!

I did routine maintenance, brakes, tires, etc. and up until this year that was all there was to it.

After passing the 11 year mark, the AC/Heat started to get weaker, and I haven't bothered repairing it.

The power steering fluid hose had to be replaced - only $152.

There is a small gap somewhere in the drivers' side door that leaks when it rains, and my driver's side lock won't unlock from the outside.

But all in all, I'd say that's a pretty great track record for 11 years!

My car was originally a rental, so it's pretty basic - no power locks or windows.

The sound system is basic, but the sound quality is pretty awesome - better than my husband's newer car.

It gets fantastic gas mileage, which is a definite plus in this day and age.

It has great pickup for a 4 cylinder, and aside from being a little loud on the roads (wind, engine - not much in the way of soundproofing the cabin) it is great for long road trips.

It is big enough to make you feel safe in it, and small enough to get into the good parking spaces. And it's purple.