Rover Metro 1.4 16V GTa 3d (1992/J) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheap motoring if nothing goes wrong…
Costs
Rising - but less than the depreciation on a new car. 45 mpg out of town.
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On the road
Driving
Steering and gearchange are both precise; handling is OK.
Performance
Still very quick and agile even after 130,000 miles.
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Living with it
Reliability
Excellent for the first 100,000 miles.
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But who cares…
Comfort
Limited legroom in the back. Heating/ventilation are basic but work well. Loads of rattles…
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Security and Service
Security
Not up to today"s standards - but who"d steal it?
Service
Adequate - but only just.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Drive shaft sensor failed at 100,000 miles.
Other
Two suspension globes; other suspension problems; speedo cable at 125k.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No