1992 Rover - Austin Metro S review from UK and Ireland
"OK if you're over 70 (not mph, AGE!)"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine wasn't terribly noisy, but that was until you got to 70! Cam-belt was changed, as were a number of other minor niggling parts.
General comments?
Performance is crap! My 45bhp 1.0 205 was faster than this cars 60bhp!
The person who had 110 out of theirs probably modified their engine, this one couldn't go no more than just over 90!
Ride was unsettling and the cars poor build told at speed, it vibrated & wobbled like a jelly!
I've put don't know in the 'Would you buy this make again' field, because I may buy a Rover again, but not a Metro!
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| Year of manufacture | 1992 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.1 Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 65000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 68000 miles |
| Previous car | Peugeot 205 |
| Date of Entry | 2nd May, 2001 |