Rover Metro 1.1 S Cat 5d (1993/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Pricey to buy and not worth much when selling, but well equipped, practical and comfortable.
Costs
Parts can be pricey from main dealers, but generally cheap to run and economical.
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On the road
Driving
Surprisingly great fun to drive, handles much better than most hatches, entertaining and a real pleasure. Better than you'd think.
Performance
It's a 1.1 litre, but the engine is fantastic, fast for its size, sounds good, fun to point and squirt.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never had any problems in four years, except for minor rust.
Image
It maybe a Rover, but it's still considered a Metro, despite the great handling and K-series firecracker of an engine. Not a great image.
Comfort
The ride is firm, but sporting and it's a very comfortable little car.
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Security and Service
Security
The alarm and immobiliser isn't the best, about average.
Service
They're not really interested in older models or the Metro, to be honest.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
It's always been great.
Other
Tracking needs regualr checking or front tyres wear quickly.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes