2000 Geo Metro review from North America
"It takes a lot of cold cash to make one fast. But it is so much fun"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket, burnt pistons, broke crank shaft, CV axels, all types of sensors. All of these items broke because of the 10-12lbs of boost that was being pushed out by the garret t3 turbo.
General comments?
I have by far had the most fun with this car. I ripped out the 3cyl, put a 1.3 sohc in and turboed it. I did a lot of custom work to this little car. Pushin out 131 horse's at the wheels made me smile, I started with 55, then 70, doubling what the factory 1.3 litre produces. This wicked 1700lb Integera, Civic, and Subaru eatin machine started out as a little 55 horse econo-box. Too bad I have spent enough cash to buy 2 or 3 of them new, (about $14,000). This car is such a blast and when you smoke an integra or a eclipse from stop light to stop light, you can't even explain the rush! Many of you ricer boys have gained respect for my little neon green sleeper of a metro.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 82000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100432 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Dakota |
| Date of Entry | 3rd May, 2004 |