1989 Geo Spectrum Notchback review from North America
"This car is really reliable and fast for the price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The only thing that has gone wrong with it were the CV joint going out and the lower ball joint needed replaced.
The seats are wearing a little also, but seatcovers fixed that.
General comments?
I love this car, it has cost me very little in gas and it has enough performance out of the small 1.5 liter carburated engine to beat a 2000 Ford Escort.
I have raced many cars that were way more expensive than the $800 that I paid and they usually get left in the dust. As long as they are only 4 cylinders anyways. I plan to fix this car up with performance parts and keep it for a long time. It is well worth it.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 130000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 21st June, 2001 |