1994 Geo Metro XFI review from North America
"Great at what is was meant to do"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear main seal at 10,000 miles.
Clutch replaced at approximately 145,000 miles.
General comments?
I bought this car new in 1994. Twelve years later it's still running, but does need some engine work, as one of the cylinders has very little compression. That makes a difference when you only have 3 to start with!
The mpg isn't what it once was due to this problem. It would probably cost more than the car is worth to fix it, but I will probably do it anyway.
This car is about as stock as it gets. The only options are a passenger side mirror and rear window defroster. I can tell you that 12 years without an air conditioner is not fun, but that's not the cars fault.
I will probably get another car and keep the Metro for work and a back up car. I can't complain about the car after 12 years of driving it in the midwest with all the seasonal changes in weather.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3 cylinder Manual |
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| Distance when acquired | 532 miles |
| Most recent distance | 155000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 2nd August, 2006 |