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Reliability
Michael Walsh, 07/25/2016
updated 01/29/2018
1990 Geo Storm GSi 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owned car since new 26 years ago and still looks like new , it is an everyday driver and has recently been driven all over the country . Has been on the Route 66 Trip round trip and still has the factory Freon from assembly line blowing ice cold. The car was made by Isuzu for Chevy and the only thing Chevy is the badge . Best car I have ever owned or will own , don't know about yours or one you might find but if you bought one new and took care of it properly you know what I am talking about for sure ! THIS CAR WAS OVER BUILT PERIOD ! Would never sell the best car I have ever owned , who would and for what reason?..............Everything in this review is still a true statement one year later on 1 25 2017 .Would like to see how far or how long this car will last, still looks and runs great ! Still have the car as of 1-27-18 and running strong , doing 6800 rpm. shifts daily . Had to let the factory freon go as I replaced the heater core and it could not be avoided . Converted air conditioning system to 134a, it is also working strong. Knocking on the door of 145,000 miles and recent replacements include...... Heater core as stated. Factory freon converted to 134a. Fuel pump and strainer. Both half axles , one was clicking. Headlight relay . 4 new tires . Rebuilt alternator. Replaced pcv. valve Replaced 4 new champion plugs. Replaced oxygen senor. Replaced spark plug wires . Replaced cap and rotor. Replaced ignition coil . Replaced egr. valve. Cleaned throttle body. Oil and filter changed . All wiper blades replaced. Windshield washer pump. Installed Satellite Radio replaced speakers. Not doing anything different then I have ever done with any car ! If you take care of them they take care of you! Have a friend who's 1990 storm G'S I just turned 300k. I also burn non leaded non ethanol 89 octane marine fuel which is easy to get as I live on a barrier island . This is what the car was designed to burn , 25/34 mpg. All fluids in car have been switched to synthetic , NO LEAKS....ZERO ! The key to long lasting gasoline engines is simple...... Maintenance and a CAST IRON BLOCK! MICHAEL WALSH (MW) signing off . HAPPY MOTORING!
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Nitro, 03/29/2010
1990 Geo Storm GSi 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car for two hundred dollars from a bud since he was going to junk it becuse his radiator went out and this car looks brand new so i bought it before he could junk it. I've only got like 345 dollars in this thing and i got people asking to but it anywhere from $300-$1200. i wouldn't sell it i absolutely love driving this car. I'm bout to repaint it blue chrome! but if you could find one to fix up and drive or to sell i would go for it in a minute. this car is amazing and worth every penny..
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Awesome little car
Stephen, 06/12/2009
1991 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This little car has been awesome. Other than modifications I've done, the only thing I've had to do to it are routine maintenance like oil and brakes. The only thing it needs now are struts, and with 206,000 miles on the originals, I think they've server their life. Handles great and is very peppy. I love the design of the body, and the mileage is awesome for a car as fast as it is.
Raving for the tricked out Storm!
Thorn..., 06/12/2002
1991 Geo Storm GSi 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the most unbelievable car in the world. I'm looking ahead to buying another one when mine finally dies. Great handling. Terrific accelleration. WAY higher top speed than the factory specs! And it's SO cheap.
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don.elias, 06/19/2002
1991 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
no complaints about this car. just crested 270K miles on the original engine last month. great to drive, especially if you like the curves. tight turning circle. engine revs high with no strain. most responsive front end i've ever driven. lots of road-feel. the trade-off of course is that the ride can seem a little rough at times, but if you like road-feel, it's a great car, esp. considering the price. i have no regrets.
I finally got one.
unkelben, 05/31/2010
1991 Geo Storm GSi 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
In 1995 I saw one in the street and wanted to buy one, but they discontinued making them. Bummer. But recently my friend had one and she knew I was obsessed about getting one in 1995 asked if I wanted her and I was in high heaven. Me and my 16 year old son had fun fixing and cleaning it up. It's awesome, its sporty, it's fuel efficient, handling is great, it's fun to drive only wish she had a manual transmission, but hey it was free and I really liked the cars first appearance. Wish geo would remake this model.
I bought it for $300 & spent $2k to fix
cjstone48, 06/09/2010
1991 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought the car for $300 and they guy said "All it needs is a clutch" "Yeah right." I just finished repairing almost everything on this car. I love to drive it. I still have a few things to fix on it but, I'm happy it's a reliable car now and I drive it everyday. The car is nimble, responsive and easy to get in and out of traffic. It's great for two people but the back seats has very little room. The inside is comfortable and I love the lines on the car except the gray and pink strip that runs the length of the car 90's colors. My friends say I have a vintage 90's car which is as old as my oldest daughter. My cars name is Stormy & she is black exterior with a gray/pink strip. Great KR & FUN
Good Car for the money
tonym, 07/11/2002
1990 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My grandmother gave me my Storm. She bought it brand new in 1990. She loved it. It never gave them any serious trouble, got good gas mileage, and had cheap insurance. The only reason she gave it to me is because she is handicapped and cannot get out of the house by herself. She needeed a bigger vehicle. Anyways, I think that the Storm is a good first car for a teenager. It has good styling, especially considering its age, it has good fuel economy and cheap insurance. And an airbag, which many cars this old don't have. It could use another speed in the base models auto, but other than that no big design prob. Overall, a good , reliable car for not much money.
What a trooper!
katja, 07/07/2002
1991 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for 11 years! I love this car! It is economical, stable and very nimble for the time period/design. The odometer just crested: 174,565. I have the original clutch in this car! The interior has a great driver friendly design. This car is very peppy for the amount of hp. It handles nicely on turns, no pitch or yaw present.
great little car
snuggle2, 07/12/2002
1991 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for about 6 years and have nothing but good things to say. It has 185K and recently due to a new job which require me to drive all the time I;ve reaaly started to rack the miles and she is holding strong. No major problems to date. The only complaint would come from my daughter who is almost 5"9 and on occassion has had to sit in the back where there is no leg room. But wouls strongly recommend for the price and the milage.
Good runner if you dont mind the rust!!!
fee, 09/12/2002
1991 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This little car is a mixed bag. Worked well mechanically and was quite reliable. Unfortunately it is prone to rusting..BIg Time.. A flaw that seems to be in all Geo's once they're a few years old.. so take note!..I wish someone had told me.
Excelent
Stormin', 11/18/2002
1991 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is a beast. Owned since 91 and have had 3 people learn to drive stick on this baby. few accidents, nothing major, havn't had to replace any parts. original tranny. fun to drive. Quicker than some people seem to think. great car and unbelievably cheap, GO BUY ONE!
208,000miles until someone totaled
jenni6, 11/19/2002
1991 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Hi there--I bought Storm brand new,and kept oil changes regular. I drive a lot,I had 208,000 mileson it until yesterday, when a tractor trailer hit me. It still hasn't died, I droveit home. It has been more reliable than anyone else I know who owns a car.
FAST CAR!!
buckaroo, 01/11/2003
1991 Geo Storm GSi 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fast good runner!! Has a rod knocking but that gives for even more performance!@#
Happy Geo Owner
geo owner, 03/20/2002
1991 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Highly reliable; decent gas mileage (around 23) - could be higher for a small car. Easy to drive; handles nicely. Great body design. Exhaust system tends to wear quickly (probably due to low clearance). Wish they still made these - I'd buy another in a minute.
Not too bad
jgrill5, 03/22/2002
1991 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had this car over 5 years and it now has 170K+ miles on it. I have always kept it serviced and have actually not had too many problems with it. It still runs very strong. I just had the struts replaced and what a difference that made. It still has the original clutch which is very unusual at 170K. It has not been to bad of a little car.
Best car I ever owned
Richard, 05/03/2008
1990 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in New Jersey when I sold my 1978 Mercedes for 5 times what I paid for it in California. I couldn't say no! Then I needed a car to drive back to California because I needed to pick up my dog in Texas. I had a 560 SEC Mercedes in storage and was going to give the Geo to my son. After driving it to California I loved the car! I have been driving it since I bought it. Put almost 100 thousand miles in about 5 years and only put brakes and tires on it!
A great commuter
sneakerfreak93, 04/28/2010
1990 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I aquired this car in December of 2008. I did not have too many opportunities to drive the vehical because I did not have a license but the times I did, I loved it. The paint was faded and dash was cracked but this was expected considering the age of the car. The only thing replaced was the clutch which was difficult but worthwhile. The 1.6l was plenty peppy with the 5 speed manual and the gas milage was bliss! For a daily commuter or even a budget autocross vehical, i would definantly reccomend it. Handling was good especially considering it was the base model and the interior room was surprisingly good for a hatch. I sold the car in September of 2009 for $1000 (a very fair, even low price.)
This has been a good car.
TygarKat, 05/05/2004
1990 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in December of 1993 and it has been a good little car. It is fun to drive. I have had only your typical minor repairs. It has been very reliable. The only complaints that I have is that it is too small to hold more than 1 passenger and the paint on the car fades.
Good first car
lor, 11/28/2005
1990 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Car has had many miles put on it yet o mechanical problems. Only problem that i have had was its exhaust pipe from the header detached. 50 dollars to repair. I rarely maintained it and it still ran no problem. I crashed it just the other day because a bus side-swiped me. Lost control and then ended up in a poll head on doing roupghly 35-40 mph. Airbag went off and i was fine. Walked away with no problems. Car held up really well. Its a shame cause its resale value is so poor that insurance will only give me the blue book value which is so low that its less than the price of the same model geo that people are selling it for.
Twelve trouble free years
deskjocky, 03/25/2002
1990 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought the Geo Storm new in July 1990 and with 177k miles it runs as smooth and quiet as it ever did. The sun has taken it's toll on the interior plastic but the mechanicals remain sound. With the exception of a couple of routine timing belts,an exaust manifold, and a clutch cable, it just doesnt need shop time! It handles well, the mileage is still great and it is still snappy around town.
Happy Geo Owner
Geo Owner, 03/20/2002
1991 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Highly reliable; decent gas mileage (around 23) - could be higher for a small car. Easy to drive; handles nicely. Great body design. Exhaust system tends to wear quickly (probably due to low clearance). Wish they still made these - I'd buy another in a minute.