1989 Rover - Austin Metro MG review from UK and Ireland
"Metros are basically one of the last cars from when motoring was much more affordable and simple"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
CV joint had gone with age, but was repaired with second-hand parts cheaply.
Head gasket blew through cylinders 2 and 3, this was repaired by myself outside my parents house!
Front tyres wear quite quick!
Exhaust, pay attention to this, the A+ needs good back pressure so make sure the exhaust only has one exit hole! Make sure you use new clamps at the manifold side to get a good seal, and a little exhaust paste.
Rust on the front valence is common as people do not clean the rain channels underneath.
General comments?
Great little cars, only bought one to get me by, but now I have two as they are quite efficient and are great for window cleaning.
Cheap standard roof racks fit Metro's.
Simple engine, little electric to go wrong.
Cheap available parts, most of the time.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 46000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 60000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Beetle |
| Date of Entry | 11th December, 2002 |