1989 Rover - Austin Metro MG review from UK and Ireland
"Not bad if you like a small car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Sub-frame bent causing the car to veer to the left. Caused by hitting a kerb at 30mph. £400 worth of damage.
General comments?
This car has a good engine, but a word of warning for you is that the sub-frames are very weak and a bump onto a pavement can cause significant damage.
The interior is very smart though and is the most comfortable of any car of that period which I have driven, except perhaps for the Ford Sierra of the same age.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 74000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 79000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 12th November, 2002 |