1996 Geo Metro LSi review from North America
"It's a great starter car, perfect for anyone young and/or in a city"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The windshield washer pump stopped functioning within a year of purchase.
The air conditioner went out and had to be recharged. The fan that pumps the air works only on high.
The front brake pads, rotors, and calipers wore out.
The exhaust system (muffler, resonator pipe) had to be replaced at 60,000 miles.
General comments?
The car gets great gas mileage, even in the city. And it's perfect for city driving as you can park it anywhere!
On longer trips, its only drawback is the lack of cruise control. I've moved across the country several times with a lot of stuff packed in the car (it runs a little slower then, but is still fine).
The ride is a little bumpy, especially for passengers in the back seat. The engine noise inside can be substantial (it is sometimes hard to hear music).
The interior is much roomier than you'd expect. And the back seat folds down so more can be stored in the trunk.
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| Comfortable, dependable and thrifty |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 17000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 60000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 29th August, 2002 |