1991 Rover - Austin Metro S 5 Door review from UK and Ireland
"Cheap, reliable, but disappointing"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Drivers side gas suspension unit broke leaving me stranded.
Radiator corroded and had to be replaced.
General comments?
A good first car that transported me to and from college. Only ever broke down twice in the year I had it, but not too expensive to fix.
The bodywork is very thin and the doors do have a tendency to buckle. Rust on the rear arches also is a characteristic.
I would however recommend this car highly to first time buyers on a budget. They can be picked up for very little these days and insurance is a bargain.
Not the cheapest car on petrol (for a 1.1 l).
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.1 8v petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 2 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 91000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 6th November, 2004 |