1992 Geo Metro LSI Convertible review from North America
"Economical and predictably reliable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine got flooded in 9 inches of water during a rainstorm 2 months after vehicle was bought in 1992 in Norfolk, Va. Winter of 1996 the engine was frozen in a solid block of ice during a snow storm in Denmark. Can't wash the engine with water or it will die on you.
General comments?
Geo Metros & water don't mix at all!
Great car to own when driving in countries where gas goes for $4 - $8 a gallon!
Convertible rubber top lasts 4 years max.
Front brakes lasted 70,000 miles, rear brakes & clutch lasted 125,000 miles.
Gearbox replaced at 65,000 miles.
Car is great for city driving, highway driving, but takes forever on hilly terrain.
Car held up well on a 13,800 mile trip from Jacksonville, Florida to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. Only had to replace a set of tires for that trip!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1992 |
| First year of ownership | 1992 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 12 miles |
| Most recent distance | 125800 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Celica |
| Date of Entry | 22nd October, 2000 |