Transmission blew at 45,000 miles.
Battery had to be replaced three times in the four years I owned the vehicle; there never seemed to be any reasonable explanation from professional mechanics for the frequent deaths of the battery.
Oil gaskets sprung leaks at approx. 45,000 miles.
Muffler needed to be replaced at 40,000 miles.
Never once did my check engine light come on for any of the above problems.
Though a cheap buy, my particular car ended up as nothing, but a failure. Perhaps mine was just one of those random lemons, but I came across problem after problem with this car; consistent battery issues, transmission problems at such a low mileage. None of it added up to a good experience.
All of that being said, this car had great handling -- a nice little car for the in-town driving it faced on a daily basis. I loved it until everything seemed to go wrong in such a short amount of time. One plus? It had excellent gas mileage.
Obviously, the Chevrolet Metro had no idea these things would happen! The car doesn't know that the battery was going to die. The head gaskets would not be monitored by the on-board diagnostic system, if your Metro is so equipped. Transmissions blow out sometimes! The sensors get dirty with stuff, OR you didn't change transmission fluid. I'm not trying to point fingers at anyone, but some of these things are caused by neglect. Metros are fine cars, as long as you do the required servicing to them. Examples: Fill it up with gas, change the oil, get it a check-up at a Mr. Good-wrench (GM)
Service Dept, change fuel filter, oil filter, air filter, etc. Metros are great, as long as you appreciate their Japanese qualities. (they are made in Canada by Suzuki's and General Motor's plant.)
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