1988 Rover - Austin Metro L review from UK and Ireland
"Cheap and pretty cheerful motoring"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Wheel bearing failed.
That's it really.
General comments?
Good for getting around town, little use for much else. Feels pretty inferior on modern day motorways.
Engine is quite nippy for a 1.0, but for some reason consumption didn't seem that great.
Mine got stolen in broad daylight, resulting in 'barrelled' ignition and burst door lock.
Beige interior a real hit with the ladies (er, not)
Pretty cheap little car, quite a rare sight nowadays, but definitely very basic and not too refined, especially when venturing out of town.
Ideal for the elderly and new drivers for getting around on short journeys.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 4/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 35800 miles |
| Most recent distance | 36800 miles |
| Previous car | Bond Equipe GT4S |
| Date of Entry | 23rd January, 2005 |