Used 1997 Geo Tracker SUV Consumer Reviews
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Best Little Car On the Market
vw1973, 12/26/2011
1997 Geo Tracker 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
I bought my Tracker for $1750; it had 73,800 miles on it, ran awesome, and was in good shape for a 14 year old car. One of the best moves I've ever made. In the winter it's great because it has 4x4 and is amazing in the snow. In the summer it's great because it's a convertible and it's surprisingly phenomenal off-road, even when completely stock. It's durable and can handle lots of work. For such a small car it can fit 1/3 cord of wood, and you won't wreck the strong interior. It's uncomfortable and 55mph on the highway is 3K rpm, but it gets 35 mpg, it's amazingly reliable, and it has the heart and soul of a big truck.
great car
dhopper, 08/25/2009
1997 Geo Tracker LSi 4dr SUV 4WD
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Had the car ten years, changed the oil and plugs every year, had 196,000 miles when I sold to co-worker in feb 2008, he is still driving it. It had no Major problems.
97 GEO LSI our Best Buy!
Barry Cantrell, 11/13/2006
1997 Geo Tracker LSi 4dr SUV 4WD
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
We bought our LSI 4X4 4 Door. I wanted black but we ended up with the dull red one, my wife loves it, I accepted it, it is her car! We had them add remote locks, but it came loaded, CD prim, pwr everything except seats. It has 130k and we changed: brakes, front autohub to manual (auto were too expensive, though it came with auto) O2 sensors-2x, complete exhaust-converter, tires so over all that is great! We did have to redo the AC. The gate lift handle cover fell off, put back. Wife loves it, I am crippeled with bad back, more than 30 miles I have to have a pain hypo! Not good on windy days! Rust on bottom-rockers/quarters.
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Brian, 01/19/2007
1997 Geo Tracker LSi 4dr SUV 4WD
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have put 200,000 miles on this 5 spd 4WD Tracker and consider it to be trouble free and cheap to drive. The worst that I have gotten was 27 MPG and that was in 4WD on snow. I get between 30 and 35 MPG with every tank. Maint: replaced the front brakes 3 times, rear brakes 2 times; starter and alternator once; tires every 45,; just replaced the speedometer cluster because the speedometer quit working; some light bulbs have never been replaced. If a vehicle lasts this long in WV it's a good design. I'll be looking for a newer Tracker in another 50K or so.
So much fun to drive, roomy and great gas mileage at 26 for the 4x4
mickmarion, 04/24/2012
1997 Geo Tracker 4dr SUV 4WD
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
I owned this car second hand from Carmax and had it for 10 years, best little car ever. She was really roomy, loved taking the top off and yes she was noisy but who cares. Heater worked great when I needed it, never had too many issues. Gave her a bath every week and took care of every service that was needed. I would get another in a heartbeat !
Fun Dependable SUV
dogwinblue, 09/22/2003
1997 Geo Tracker 2dr SUV w/Soft Top
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive, great gas mileage, drives more like a car than a truck. Very dependable, had no problems. Rag top is great.
Great little "cute ute" (CUte Ute. Veh)
cski, 08/18/2009
1997 Geo Tracker 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this candy apple red little beauty from my neighbor who seemed to enjoy filling it with trash. It had no dents or dings and after we jump- started it, it ran fantastic. KNowing he bought a new car since his wife was pregnant, I immediately approached him and struck a deal for $500.00 dollars. The front drivers door hing failed, it had a hole in the exhaust, a check engine light was on, (o2 sensor)AND the rear window was stolen along with the Alpine stereo Steve put in (bad idea on a convertible) So, I put $500.00 in it and fixed everything it needed to pass emissions and inspection. After that..it has run FANTASTIC. I love it!!!! 30 mpg, new tires, just needs radio!!!
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Tazoncaffeine, 09/27/2003
1997 Geo Tracker 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle used and have had it 4yrs. It has needed nothing beyond normal wear and tear and continues to give excellent mileage (20/25) for an suv.
Fun, Fun, Fun!
russ, 11/02/2008
1997 Geo Tracker 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this car because I need to rent a car for two weeks while my other was being repaired. It was only $1,400 and had been used as a tow vehicle behind a motorhome. Came with a soft and hard top. Gave my 15 year old his first driving lesson it it (has a 1.6L motor and 5 speed trans). When he gets his license he can buy it from me. I hyper mile better than 38 mpg out of this car around town, but freeways speeds can get scary. Overall it's a great little runabout. Too bad they don't make them anymore.
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Fernada , 12/03/2004
1997 Geo Tracker 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am very proud of my Tracker. Even though it is not the most confortable car, it is very brave and reliable. Other than the oil change, this car has never had to make a visit to the mechanic, and it has 120K miles. I love it because it has never let me down.
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