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Love my Metro Convertible!
onesmartchick, 05/16/2015
updated 09/14/2020
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
This post is far later than the dates of previous posts, but I am a newly acquired Metro Convertible owner. I read a lot of posts and googled information written by Metro owners to get educated before I took the plunge, and SO glad I did! It is a blast to drive, and being a stick, even more fun. Pristine condition 1991 with 93,000 miles, never seen winter, not a lick of rust, very comfortable even on long trips. The elderly man I purchased it from babied it from day 1. Seats were redone with 2" of foam added for comfort and recovered with vinyl. Door panel covers and floor carpeting also updated. Passed Etest and Certification with flying colours. Engine compartment is immaculate! 2FUN42! UPDATE: September 11, 2020: Still loving my Geo, now at 103,000 miles! Parts are inexpensive and very easy to come by, switched to full synthetic 5W30 and Wix filter shortly after buying the car and getting 58 mpg...very DIY friendly I baby my baby and drive between 60-65 mph. Hoping to hang on and enjoy the ride of this one for many years to come.
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best kept secret on the planet
ZAKEN1, 03/18/2009
1990 Geo Metro 2dr Hatchback
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought my 1990 Geo Metro from the original owner in 1992, with 58,000 miles on it. It was used daily for a 100 + mile freeway run; the easiest possible type of driving. The owner had been using Castrol Syntec 5W-50 synthetic oil, and had added an Amsoil bypass oil filter. I continued using the same oil and changing oil and filters regularly. The car is now 19 years old, and has run nearly 300,000 miles. I've replaced two timing belts, a water pump, an alternator, an oil seal, two sets of front brakes, tires, batteries, and tune up parts. The engine never had any internal repairs, has the original clutch, and runs better today than it did when I bought it (I am a professional mechanic).
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GeoownerinTexas, 07/20/2007
1991 Geo Metro 4dr Hatchback
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is a red 1991 Geo Metro 4 door hatchback 1.0L 3 cyl 5 speed (with a/c). It starts everytime. Parts are CHEAP! It costs VERY little to maintain. It's not a looker, I won't lie, but if you have a long commute, and can live without airbags, and ABS, I would recommend it. I do not feel super safe in this, but with extra caution, I've learned to absorb that fear! I do not reccommend this vehicle for more than 60 miles each way, or more than an hour drive with no traffic each way. It's not the most comfortable and it's very low to the ground. But with an average of 40-44 mpg, you can't go wrong. Shocks are poor. Overall build quality for a car this old is very good. Has 157000 miles.
Good Car
Good Car, 07/14/2007
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Bought with 154K. Have owned 4 yrs. Great on gas 42/47 MPG. No major problems. Tune up in yard in 1 hr. Parts are cheap. I have 5 spd convertible w/ no options. Love it!!
Geo Metro Conv. can last 210000
Mac18991, 04/15/2002
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Synthetics, Synthetics, I started using synthetic oil at 112000 miles, after oil changes every 3000 miles using Castrol GTX oil. All oil filters and synthetic oil have been the Wallmart cheapo brands because they are only on my car for 3000 miles. Air filter changed at 15000 mile enterval, gas filter every 40000 along with gas treatment every 10000miles, plugs every 18000, wires every 40000 with distributor cap/rotor.Belts every 70000, timing belt/ gaskets every 80000 Struts every 100000 miles.Brakes lasted 130000 miles up front and 165000 miles in the rear. The only repairs have been an oil pan gasket, muffler and altenator, all done after 200000 miles.
Garaged Geo Gem
Betty Bosko, 03/06/2017
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1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is a small 3 cylinder car. NO HOT ROD. It is very economical, fun to cruise with the top down. Just had this little gem repainted in the spring. Still drive it occasionally in the spring and fall. Air doesn't work and dealer said not worth repairing, would cost more than the car is worth. Get lots of admiring looks, she's a cutie.
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Was given as a gift, but like riding a moped
Clovis, 07/06/2016
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I got this car from my mom who no longer wants the hassle of driving stick and licensing and insuring it. It was a free car, but it had been in my family since 95. Minimal maintenance, a little surface rust from winter driving and sitting for over a year and a half in a back garage. Did an oil and oil/air filter change and she fired right up. Took a little for the brakes to scrape off the rust from the rotors, but she ran like a champ. Put Techron in and refilled the tank to clean the fuel delivery systems. It's bright yellow and has those 90's wave graphics on the side in purple in grey, so it's not the manliest car, and I'd almost say I'm embarrased to be seen in it, but it's a great throwback and a nice insurance policy if gas goes back to 4$ a gallon, and a unique a spare car and a convertible on sunny days, so I don't care. Pick up is actually better than you would think, but the car weighs a 1/3 of my 2013 G37 coupe. You really understand the advancements cars have made over the years and how spoiled we've become, but also how much fun the simple things can be. Next sunny day, I will be driving her around.
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Beater... That'll run forever!
Christian, 10/14/2017
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The roof , if it is a convertible is very touching, and make sure that you have a good roof or new roof... As is very hard to build one yourself, I tried did not work and I'm now ordering one off of eBay for $200. I know a few years back they gave this vehicle a MGP test and picking it up against the first Civic electric car and they both tied at 42 miles per gallon! I can put $10 in this vehicle and drive from Miami to Georgia and probably halfway back... I love this little girl I can't wait to get my new roof!
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Geo and go
Robert m hawthorne 5th, 03/22/2019
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
1991 geo's are great cars for the money, problem is not many left. Repairs are some what biased on how well they have been matained over the long haul. Engines can be gotten and ac is not worth haveing in a convertible, alternators need replacement on average 15 to 18 years apart otherwise few repairs. Can still do 80 mph on a highway, and gas milage on my two geo metro lsi convertables are around 30 city and 36 highway. Can be better with a manual trans but mine are both automatics. Holds 7 gallons of gas gets aprox 350 miles, and has the most leg room of any auto that i have ever been in seats 2 and has trunk enough to carry 6 cubic ft of stuff. I.e. 2 sets of clubs 2 push carts and sundries to go along. A bit noisy because is a convertable doesn't have a hood blanket to silence the engine. Came in a mirie of colors but mine are yellow.
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WOW... all you need
Andrew, 05/22/2009
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Hatchback
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I love this car. Second car I bought and only car I will need again. I get 50 mpg if I'm gentle. I have beaten on the vehicle a lot and does not want to break. Only magor issue was the rear main seal and it was a ok fix. I have put 30,000 miles on it since I bought it with and done only oil change and main seal. If I could only car I would drive. Vehicle handles better then my Jeep in the winter. The car gets a lot of laughs but when the gas prices reached $4 a gallon I was laughing and people started buying metros for $4000. I will have to say it is not the greatest car by a long shot. But compared to what I put in and got out. I'm very happy. Perfect college car
First new car I bought
just_john, 02/21/2013
1990 Geo Metro 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought the 1990 Metro new for $6499. My wife used to drive between Randolph AFB and Lackland AFB everyday for work. Almost always she would encounter "rush hour traffic" that moved at 45-50 MPH. On her 90 mile commute at this low speed she routinely achieved 62-63 MPG week after week. After about 18 months she decided that she needed a more comfortable car. It had 65,000 trouble-free miles on it when we sold it. No cruise control, no A/C, no frills of any kind. BTW, on a trip to South Dakota and back we averaged 65 MPH and got 46 MPG HWY.
wonderful
pyewakat, 05/28/2009
1991 Geo Metro 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought this car from a used car dealer in 1992, and still runs great to this day. Only Major repairs were the fuel filter, cat converter, and fuel jet. Ok the water pump too. Most of those repairs were 10 yrs after purchase. The water pump and fuel jet were within the last year. Still gets 30+ miles to the gallon and purrs like a kitten. Best $7000 investment ever!
Cheap Sportster
WebFoot, 09/19/2002
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The convertable is fun to drive, especially with the top down. The milage has been about 33 MPG overall, but I do a lot of stop and go. I have had it over a year and it starts every time (ODO says 57,000 but probably 157,000). It is a fair weather car though unless you like to get wet as water works its way over the top of the window glass and on to your lap. It also should be garaged to protect the top. I was told that it would last twice as long if I kept the car garaged.
Outstanding Vehicle
MADDOG, 04/03/2007
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Originally bought this car for gas mileage and had planned to keep for 3-5 years. I figured it was more of a throw away car to be used no longer than the 100,000 mile mark. Ten years later and 135,000 miles I am ready to restore this vehicle because it has been one of the most reliable vehicle I have owned in the last 15 years.
Second time around
Jim Oddie, 05/24/2018
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I owned my first Geo in 1995. it was q 1991 that had been written off as totaled by the insurance co. I paid $3,500 for it. I drove it and loved it 'til 1999. I sold it because the family had grown and we needed a bigger car. Before then I had had two Fiat 600s--good cars for transportation, but required too much time in the shop. Four years ago I saw a 1991 on eBay. Not the exact same car, but its lookalike. I bought it and had it shipped from Mich.--been in Geo heaven ever since.
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Lasts Long
Bill, 02/14/2007
1990 Geo Metro 2dr Hatchback
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
It has been 16 years since I had bought my Metro when it was new and it had nearly 600,000 miles. I have gone through 4 clutches, 2 front subframes, and 1 floorboard, which I replaced because it caved in last month on I-10. I had it dynoed 3 months ago and it made 21 hp, pretty good for such a high mileage car. Unfortunately, last week I parked it too close to the dump trucks at the quarry and I ran over it. That was when I discovered it was saturated with rust. Overall, it was a great car.
A perfect 10
Ghetto Cruzah, 04/15/2002
1990 Geo Metro XFi 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
It boasts a smooth ride, comfortable upholstry, and the wonderful pickup that customers have come to expect of a Geo.
Most Dependable Car I've Ever Owned
d2presby, 05/18/2002
1990 Geo Metro 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My brother-in-law thought the 1990 Geo Metro was a disposable car that would self-destruct in under 50k miles. We just retired it at 153k. In eleven years it has been a real workhorse with very few mechanical problems. Sure, it's small, but for one or two adults, it's surprisingly comfortable, and not terrible for kids in the back. I have driven it for the last 7 years, and it became like an extention of my body. The 3-cyl. engine never lacked pick-up and never delivered less than 40 mpg, even in the city. I loved this car!
It Runs!? Great!
(mrmatt), 09/19/2002
1991 Geo Metro XFi 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I needed a car and this second-hand Geo was the first one I found that I could afford. I drove it around for eight years and saved up enough money to pay cash for my Jeep Cherokee. Easy to drive around and park in the city and I never once got stuck in the
great little buggy
D. P., 12/06/2004
1991 Geo Metro 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great gas mileage, good performance, reliable, cheap to own, can park in small spaces, U-turn in 30 ft. Had problems with fixtures like window crank, radio volume control, minor stuff. Engine and powertrain very reliable, little maintenance. Accelerates quickly, but a bit underpowered on long steep hills.
simplicity exemplified
Fearless Freddie, 01/25/2020
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the least expensive convertible roadster for sale at $9995. in 1991. It has limited power at 55 horsepower and a 3 cylinder motor, but can provide up to 50 MPG. It is sporty and fun to drive with the 5 speed standard transmission but it is an economy car first with only essential creature comforts. Look for one that is in very good condition----no junkers.
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geo, it just keeps going and going
aitheman, 08/01/2002
1990 Geo Metro 4dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The engine has 145,000 miles on it and it just keeps rocking
Great little sports car
mplmoose, 10/14/2003
1990 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just passed 185,000 miles and it's still going strong. It's a great car to drive down to the beach. Just drop the top and cruise. It's especially nice considering it only takes me 3 bucks in gas to get to the beach and back. Great little mini sports car.
Great Car
ragar092369, 01/08/2003
1990 Geo Metro 4dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with 65,000 miles and drove it back and forth to work. I got great gas mileage and good performance. I was amazed that a 3 cylinder engine could perform so well. It was very reliable all year round. I only had to replace the tires and the wipers and maybe the fan belt. Other than that it was a wonderful car to have.
1990 Geo Metro convertible
Kathy, 10/08/2018
1990 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
When one is looking at these sweet little cars, be aware of a few things. 1. The rag top- make sure it fits and the latches are in good condition. 2. Be aware of any rust under the door and in the wheel wells. 3. Since mine only goes to 99999, be sure you get the real mileage on the car, I have notice some do not reflect what is really on the car. 4. Getting up to speed is very slow with this car, as long as you know this and don't expect it to speed down the road, you will be fine. This car is fun, fuel efficient and a looker as there are not to many of them on the road. This would not be a good car for the winter, so if you are looking for a cheap, fun convertible this may be the car for you! I purchased the car cheap enough to add and repair many of the things I wanted done. I totally love my car!
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The Best Car I Ever Owned
BryanEddie, 02/22/2003
1991 Geo Metro 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I owned this car for over 12yrs with no problems. It is a work horse, being in field service i travel a lot. During the yrs went thru 3 sets of brakes, 4 sets of tires and exhaust, and battery just went after 12yrs. Paid $6,000 new. And great on gas mileage.
Our Metro is Wonderful
datastat, 03/21/2003
1991 Geo Metro 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We purchased this as a car to put a lot of miles on. It had 69,000 when we bought it and now has 115,000. We learned to drive a manual transmission on this car and it hasn't even needed a new clutch. The only things we've had to have done (besides general maintenance) is a new exhaust system, the hood release lever replaced, and the hood latch welded. We also had to have it rust protected as it was rusting underneath.
Turbo metro race ready
Jarrett, 09/01/2015
1991 Geo Metro LSi 4dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Its a great car stock but can also be upgraded for cheap ive put brembo brake system a turbo and 5 speed tranny with stage 3 clutch and still have the original engine they look small and weak but they can handle way more then u would think i had to upgrade to a chain timing have rims done to it race seats alot better tgen newer cars with all these saftey features to get in the way a very simple engine to work on can lift out with just your hands has alot of work done id never want to sell it. for so cheap it can be made into something people would never exspect very good car
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1990 Geo Metro LSI Convertible
Metro Man, 02/08/2009
1990 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Convertible
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Using 93 Octane, Full tire pressure, and a top notch Air Cleaner.. My Metro Gets 50 + MPG !!! Garage kept buy the one owner "Retired old lady" Never seen a hint of salt. Great car, Convertible, It might have a 1.0 liter Three Cylinder. But she has plenty of get up and go around the winding roads of Watkens Glen. Top speed Clocked at 108 MPH. Not too Shabby.
1990 Metro
Willie Nelson, 06/12/2016
1990 Geo Metro 4dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased the Metro to save money of fuel. I had a 50-mile commute every day for work and needed something cheaper than my fuel-thirsty V8 pickup truck. The little red car was a four door and had room for my fishing rods and equipment and had a surprisingly ability to get into and out of some places that you would think would require four wheel drive. The steering was light, but the engine lacked any real power. I once drove it on a 300 mile trip for my job on the interstate and my nerves were frayed afterward. I was rewarded with 43 miles per gallon on that trip which was the best mileage it ever got. It averaged 34. Also, it was a blast to drive in the snow; it's tiny narrow tires just kept on finding traction somehow. My Metro had air conditioning, and I lived in the humid south at that time but I rarely used the a/c, it cut the power in half and highway speeds were nearly impossible. It was aptly named Metro because around town is where it flourished. The a/c worked better in town it was cheap to drive, and it's small size made parking easy.
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A pretty good reliable car
SonicLiketoParty, 01/14/2003
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Hatchback
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Good car to drive. Lack of power going upills for a long period of time. Cant fing body kits or racing parts.
Geo Metro
Harry Penrod, 05/02/2002
1991 Geo Metro LSi 2dr Hatchback
0 of 12 people found this review helpful
I really, to be honest, did not like this vehicle. Everything about it stinks and I wish I never bought it. The only thing that could be good about it is if it died in a crash.