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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1993 Storm, so we've included reviews for other years of the Storm since its last redesign.
Braves the Storm
Storm Watcher, 12/08/2003
1993 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I am the second owner of my car and it now has over 200K miles on it. All I have done is replace tires and oil and spark plugs. The clutch went out once. That was the biggest maintenance bill for the car. It runs great to this day and I plan on putting another 200K on it before I retire the vehicle. It runs as good as the day I bought it. It has been the most cost effective purchase I have ever made.
The Best I Ever Had
Downhill, 07/14/2008
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
When I bought my little "monster" Storm it had a whopping 124,000 miles on it everyone I knew said get a good car. I loved it now it has 210,000 miles and the water pump has gone out in it, if this is not a good car then bring one on! I have no complaints about the car of course except the standard back seat complaint. Everyone I know will tell you I drive my little monster like there is no tomorrow and pedal to the metal, I figure if I can take it so can he (the car). I live in the SF bay area I have driven it to WA State 3 times & Reno 4 or 5 times. This car is the best I have ever owned and the best any of my friends have ever seen. I wish they still made them.
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.
1991 geo storm
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
Spartan, but reliable
Michael Vuister, 04/29/2002
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bit spartan, but reliable, hatchback allows for carrying oversize items. 1.6L engine perky enough to get around nicely. I bought this car because of it's excellent used condition; not so much because I wanted a Storm, but I have never been sorry. Minus point is that the back seats are not useful, except for little children. I get 35.5 miles/gallon on 87 octane gas.
Dependable car for a budget!
disturbedchic, 04/05/2005
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Got this car as a hand me down to get through college on and it ended up being the best thing I got. Ran it from 97,000 to 120,000+ with minimal issues before I sold it in favor of a new Cavalier which ended up the worst choice of my life. Was fun to drive with the stick and sipped gas. Space on the car bites but when you need something to get you from A to B that doesn't look like you pulled it outta a junk yard this fun little car with lots of character is a great pick. In a near accident I cracked a pipe on the exhaust so mine ended up noisy and fun like a cheap sports car!
Storm Value
David M Rogers, 07/18/2003
1993 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have +468,000 km on the odometer and the car is as lively as new - thanks maybe for a helping hand from Duralube The auto-gearbox new lasted 180,000 miles but I never changed the oil once during that time ! There are a very few spots of rust but the car looks great. Tips: (1) Alternator needs servicing - make sure you take it to a place which specializes in them and that they give it a 'complete' service. (2) Many parts on a Geo Storm are exactly the same as Toyota fuel pump and rear wheel hub bearing assembly. (3) Automatic gearbox goes - get your honest mechanic to replace entire engine with gearbox for $800.
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.
Fun to Drive Sporty Coupe
GeoLover, 04/26/2002
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought my Storm used in `94 with 4500 miles. Great runner, and really fun to drive. Now with 125,000 miles, I cringe at the thought of having to replace it someday. Many fond memories from college on...
Great after all these years
KV, 11/21/2008
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought car 1992, Liked the size of the car. But kids never like the back seat due to the fact not enough room. Not family car
It served its time...
stuckw/it, 07/08/2003
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car was inherited from family when I got my license. I didnt want it at all. But I have a long commute every day and its really good on gas. Revs high on the highway. Overall it has good build quality, and I can fit my wakeboard in the hatchback. Gets pretty cramped with three friends in the car. No need to lock the car (I hate these manual locks) because nobody in their right mind would steel it! ps. If ur lookin to buy 1, contact me.lol.
Fun little car
brenda, 07/06/2008
1993 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had been in them several times but never owned 1 till recently. I love it, it's fun to drive and it gets a lot of looks. I live in very small community all of its own. I recently met and became friends with a guy that has a green gsi. I have a pink/purple standard. We have become the comedy act several times over the past few weeks. We park the cars beside each other and then discuss what parts we want off each others cars and how we are going to distract the other to gain access to their car. I love my GEO STORM!!
Good car for a Geo
Neo Geo, 04/19/2002
1993 Geo Storm GSi 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Good reliable car, but rust can be a problem. Have had it for five years now, and no major repairs done. However, I've had it painted three times and rust still comes through. First I thought it was just bad painting, but I've seen other cars with rust in the same spots, so it could just be bad factory design. It's got good power for a 1.8L car and the suspension is excellent, very tight and responsive. There's not alot of room in the car but seats two people very comfortably.
93 Geo Storm
pictureperf9, 03/21/2009
1993 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a great car, mine is a 5 speed manual trans. It does better than the stated mileage. I average 33 mpg. Mix of of city and Hiway. It is fun to drive
Great Little Car
Robieo, 05/10/2006
1993 Geo Storm GSi 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my Geo Storm GSI in 1994 with 11,000 miles on it and have only had to take it to the dealer once to have the timing belt replaced. I added a cat- back exhaust system and a intake cooler (K&N) and it totaly rocks. Highly recomend it for it's reliability and responsive drive. I put about 10000 mi yearly on it. 27- 32mpg.
Geo Storm
Courtney, 11/19/2007
1993 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had the worst luck with this car. When I first bought it, it had no radio, and it did not have the climate controls, someone pulled them out. The first day I got it, it was in the shop for a spark plug being stuck in the motor. Then the exhast system had to be replaced. I was driving it one day and it died, the head block and the distibutor went on it about 4 times. Then I had no brakes or shocks those were fixed, and then my manifold went. Overall I have put in well over 1,600 dollars into that car, it was a bad investment.
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.
Fun yet practical little car
zvberkov, 09/04/2002
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've owned this car for over a year, and had no troubles other than the alternator breaking once. Just make sure to do the maintenance regularly and you should get many happy miles out of it. I drive it daily in the city and have taken it on long trips. The AC blows as cold as new(I had it professionally serviced with stop leak compounds), and there is plenty of power even on the highway. The car is quite small, and most adults would have trouble with the rear headroom, but the front has more than adequate space. The size is deceiving, it's small on the outside but big on the inside. When I moved to a new apartment, I didn't need to hire a van!
great car!
pacificnw, 08/17/2003
1992 Geo Storm GSi 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought this car from the original owner 5 years ago with 50,000 miles on it. We have done regular oil changes, replaced front brake pads, and had the belt replaced. It now has 103,000 on it and runs like new. Very quick little car. Extremely reliable. Gets 35 mpg. What more can I say? The back seat is only useful for small children. Also, alot of road noise (forget about having a conversation with anyone in the rear seat!). Otherwise, it has been an excellent car!
If only they still made them!
JoshStorm92, 12/19/2003
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Storm in May '03 with 60K on it. I wasn't looking for a Storm at all, I bought the Storm mainly because it was in such excellent condition, I'm glad I bought it. The only thing I have had to do to the car is wash it, wax it, put gas in it, and change the oil. The car has alot of road noise at high speed, nothing some more sound deadening wouldn't fix. Great on gas, handling is nimble. Makes driving from point A to B something to look foward to.
Still Going......
EP, 10/21/2005
1992 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I hate to admit it but I love this little "bubbleback" car. 2nd one I've owned in 15 years. This little thing can zip around with the best of them. Saw 125mph one time. Looks as good now as it did back in 92 and we all knew economy cars would make a come back eventually. Good mechanically. Timing belt bit the dust at 158,000. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE BELT AND WATER PUMP!! I can honestly tell you it is more of a pain than its worth. All that aside it's a great car.
Super car
ncctex, 04/07/2004
1992 Geo Storm 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car at an auction for 150.00 in May of 2003 with 147,000 on it. We now have 167,000 and still going. This is a great little car and very inexpensive to maintain and easy to work on. Total investment in this car after 20,000 is 200.00 in struts. Great mileage at 31 p/g with new plugs only!
Best First car One Could Ask For!
Brian, 11/03/2005
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just bought this car about a couple months ago for my first car and I couldn't have asked for a better vehicle! My 1992 Geo Storm might be 13 years old and have 92,000 miles on it but it runs like new and can really fly! The car is great on gas, and hasn't given me any problems yet! Bring back the Geo Storm!!! I want a 2006! lol
Amazing Vehicle
Greatcar69, 06/27/2006
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my 1992 Geo Storm in October of 2005 with only 92,000 miles! I could not be happier with my little Geo. I've had no mechanical problems with my Storm at all and just parted with it at 120,000 miles and it still ran like a beauty. I recommend it to anyone looking for a first car. It will not let you down. The gas mileage is also unbelievable. I used to get about 32 mpg!!!
Steller Car!
Lakeshow, 06/04/2003
1992 Geo Storm GSi 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Geo Storms are great, underrated cars. The '92-'93 Storms have nearly identical engines to Acura Integra GS models up to 2001, as they have the same horsepower. The handling is better in the Storm, and the acceleration is impressive. More horsepower than a BMW 318ti from the mid 90's. Highly reliable car; worst enemy is a bad mechanic. Driven this car ~60,000 miles in 21 months, and only had to replace the ECU for $150 (dealer), front brake pads, and the main charging wire to the alternator (due more to my overpowered stereo). Total cost: $200 in maintenance. Spoke to first owners of the car, who changed only oil and spark plugs.
100K Still Going
Milford Bill, 06/08/2003
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Enjoyed the Storm for almost 10 years. Maintained it well, and it has responded with little to no trouble. Fun to drive and is quite roomy with the use of the hatchback. Back seat is more for show, but plenty of room and comfort in the front.
92 Geo Storm GSI 1.8 4 speed automatic
puppydog4, 03/19/2012
1992 Geo Storm GSi 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Just bought this car. only problem is cannot find an egr valve for it. Other wise it runs real good and is fun to drive. If any one knows of someone who has this valvee contact me. Had a 93 geo storm 1.2 liter sold it and regreated it as it was a real screamer. This 92 is a screamer also but automatic. Will consider selling it if you are intersted. Or maby some one in Europe may have this part.
My first car...surprisingly not too shaby!
Brian02766, 05/16/2021
1992 Geo Storm 2+2 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
When I got my license at the age of 16 I wanted to get a Mercedes-Benz E350 and be the big shot at high school, but unfortunately reality takes over and I ended up getting a yellow 1992 Geo Storm with 105K miles on the odometer. I paid $1500 for the car and I fell in love with her as soon as I started her up. I'm 6'2" and I was surprised but I got pretty well in the driver's seat. The car was so low to the ground she reminded me of driving a go-kart as soon as I sat in her. The Geo storm was amazing on gas. I mean I was getting between 30-35mpg! It rely lacked in acceleration and I had to plant my foot on the gas peddle to get the baby going. Definitely not an ideal highway ride, but it was awesome on the back roads and city streets. The exhaust was so loud that I could barely hear my aftermarket stereo system so I had to buy an amplifier and subwoofer to drown out the excess noise. I had this car from 2005 until 2008 and I put 50K miles on it. All I had to do was change the oil and do routine maintenance. I never had to pay for any repairs whatsoever.
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Loved my little “sports car”
Ramona race-car , 02/27/2021
1993 Geo Storm GSi 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Smooth ride low to the ground hugs the road.. fits child car seats in the back. Peppier and fancier then the metro which was a horrible car ... Besie my lancer ralliart it’s my fav car I’ve had