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by dmazzei54
Jan 5, 2008 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Very high mileage and reliability
Cons: Car small, if in serious accident, would probably be fatal
The Bottom Line: If you are looking for high mileage, low maintance and economy, this is it. I sincerely believe they don't make this car any longer. I hope I am wrong.
I have owned my 1997 Geo Metro for 11 years. This is without a doubt the best car I have ever owned. It has a Japanese engine and that's why I bought it. I am strictly economy all the way. This little sweetheart used to get 47 mpg, not kidding!! ... read more
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by dennismc
Jul 28, 2004 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fantastic gas mileage. Reliable. No abnormal maintenance required. Tough in a bumper thumper.
Cons: Could use air conditioning.
The Bottom Line: YES. *YES - If you are looking for the bottom line: fantastic MPG (50 MPG highway), cheap buy-in price, & a reliable Japanese built car.
It is now 7-28-04. I bought my 1997 Geo Metro 2 dr hatchback new that year. Bonus - modern lines (rounded) in the 1997 which still look good as far as body style. I looked at the gas mileage rating just now at www.fueleconomy.gov, which rates it at 44 ... read more
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by jmcalli
Apr 3, 2004 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fun to drive. Maneuverable, easy to park. Very economical. Easy for owner to maintain.
Cons: Not comfortable on long trips. Brakes are a little weak. Factory parts can be expensive.
The Bottom Line: Buy the Geo Metro for economical, dependable transportation. Low purchase price is a bonus. If you like to do your own maintenance, this car is easy to work on.
I've owned my '97 Geo Metro LSI 1.3L automatic for four years and driven it 70,000 miles. It has never let me down. It's easy to work on and I've done all the maintenance myself, including oil changes, battery replacement, windshield washer pump ... read more
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by catsrus5
Sep 20, 2003 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Inexpensive, Reliable, Good sound system, Reliable, Cute, Mileage (30+/gal hwy)
Cons: Not so great acceleration, no power steering
The Bottom Line: Great car for the money, mine has only left me stranded once in over 190,000 miles.
I bought my 4-cylinder hatchback in Feb. 1999 from a tent sale (of all places). It was intended as ... read more
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by avnative
Aug 13, 2003 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Inexpensive and Reliable
Cons: Freeway merging requires additional thought - but you knew that already!
The Bottom Line: Compared to a used Honda Civic, the Metro has less mileage and is newer. Get one in good to excellent condition and save the dough!
If you only have a limited amount of money to spend on transportation, take a look at the Geo Metro. ... read more
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by tangiap
Jul 24, 2003 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No 
Pros: Great Gas Mileage
Low Maintenance
Good Starter Car
Cons: Too Small
only am/fm radio
falls apart upon impact!
not safe in accidents
The Bottom Line: good starter car, not if you don't have much driving experience.
One fender bender, and your car falls apart. Don't even think of putting this car on the higway!
I bought my Geo Metro last year from an old lady who only used it on Sunday's to church. So, it o ... read more
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by jessy93277
Jul 1, 2001 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Cute body style,reasonably priced,and surprisingly roomy.
Cons: Very low horse power and A/C doesn't reach back seat passengers.
The Bottom Line: My final recommendation is that it is a must for families who can't normally afford brand new cars. It is very reliable and economical and I definitely recommend it.
I just recently purchased a 1997 Geo Metro 4 door sedan and it has been an excellent little car. The gas mileage is great and it is pretty roomy for as small as it is. I have a family of four and we all fit in it very comfortably. It is a very ... read more
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by speaste
Jun 5, 2001 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Excellent gas Mileage, No serious mechanical problems, actually comfortable
Cons: No luggage room, Gas tank too small.
The Bottom Line: Although troubled by the small gas tank and lack of luggage space mentioned above, this has been a trustworthy, reliable, and comfortable car.
I have owned and driven a 1997 Geo Metro for many years. I should mention that I should be considered a subject matter expert on this car since my commute at times has been an hour and a half EACH WAY. My Geo and I have spent a considerable amount of ... read more
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by ballgamewidow
Apr 4, 2001 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No
Pros: It fits in little spaces
Cons: It falls apart
The Bottom Line: Don't buy it unless you have to. (You don't have to.)
We bought our little Geo Metro Sedan a couple of years ago. It was our first new car and we were so proud. We pretended that we thought the salesman was telling us the truth about its little quirks being actual good things(like the flimsy air vents that ... read more
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by grey002
Jan 29, 2001 - Updated Feb 19, 2001 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good A/C, excellent mileage per gallon, reliable transportation.
Cons: The wind can really blow this car, but not out of a lane.
The Bottom Line: I've heard about Toyota, about how it keeps on going. I feel the same way about Geo Metro. This car is good for someone who is 5'9" or under.
In 1997, after having a turbo sports car for over 7 years, that was loaded with features, I decided it was time to buy a new car. I took a complete 90 degree turn to say the least. I purchased a new 1997, 4 cylinder, Geo Metro Sedan 4-door standard. ... read more
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by dubibrother
Dec 8, 2000 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: GREAT Mileage; Low turn radius
Cons: a little small; not much power
Okay, I know what you're thinking. And yes, this car was not made for the Indy 500, but should it? What purpose does a high performance sports car have in today's world?
The truth is that this car makes a lot of sense in today's ... read more
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by snoinipEID
Nov 28, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Price, gas mileage, quiet ride, sure handling, strong brakes, cuteness
Cons: Minor quality issues, not-so-tight turning radius
I bought this car to blend in with society--my Toyota pickup was something of a reliable eyesore and I no longer needed its reliable cargo carrying ability.
I bought this car on my credit card, receiving a discount of about a grand from the dealer's ... read more
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by manifesto5550
Jun 16, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable, thrifty, excellent handling
Cons: Uncomfortable and noisy
I purchased my 1997 Geo Metro at a dealer auction in August of 1999. I was returning to school and needed a more reliable vehicle than my twenty year old station wagon. As the purchase was made at auction, my choices were limited and the Metro was ... read more
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by annaz
May 7, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No
Pros: Good gas mileage
Cons: Everything also
I bought this car 3 years ago since to go to work had to drive 100 miles a day round trip so I needed a car with good gas mileage. 42 gallons to the mile was very attractive. Comfort......I don't think so. In long trips this car is a nightmare. Very, ... read more
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by Blazer_Bob
Apr 2, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 30 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Gas mileage, surprising roominess and comfort, price, insurance cost, quick for a compact
Cons: Size, no trunk
One of my friends bought this vehicle a few months ago. It isn't a Chevy Metro, but a Geo. Its quite the econo car.
First of all, its not even an American engine, it came with a Suzuki 4 cylinder which pumps out an amazing 150 hp. This car ... read more
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by hoxie
Feb 29, 2000 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great little car
Cons: wouldn't hold up well in a wreck
I bought my Geo Metro in March 1999. At first, I was dead set against a Metro, because all the ones I had seen were so boxy looking. I never realized that they made a sedan. When I saw this car, I fell in love with it. It was my first car and I had ... read more
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by falasca
Feb 9, 2000 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: good gas mileage, inexpensive price, roomy
Cons: not as smooth riding as a higher priced car
I purchased this car at a dealership a year ago, well below the bluebook dealership price. It was the only car I could afford that had the features I was looking for--AC, AT, low miles, non-hatchback. My boyfriend had a '92 Metro and had no problems with ... read more
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by ToniFreed
Jan 29, 2000 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great Gas Mileage, Dependable
Cons: Wish it went faster
I have a 1997 White Geo Metro and I just love it!!!! I have never had any kind of mechanical problems with it at all. It is excellent on gas. I go all over and if I fill the tank up I still have gas left even after a long trip. My dad teased my ... read more
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by AffleckGirl
Jan 24, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Incredible gas mileage, adorable car, holds up well in accidents, surprisingly incredible stereo system
Cons: Doesn't exactly fly up steep mountains.
This summer, I purchased a Geo Metro hatchback. I had to buy a car in a hurry (since mine quit and I needed transportation to and from work) and I happened upon my Geo by chance. It was in great condition and priced to move, so I bought it. It ... read more
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