FOUND: 1997 Geo Metro Hatchback - $2000

[NoCO2]

Ok, so I need some advice on this to see if it's worth even investigating further.

I found a 1997 Geo Metro hatchback (pictures attached) for sale nearby for $2000. My question is, is it worth investigating at that price judging from the picture below.

The ad says that it's an Automatic () and that it has 160K on it. How much will the auto tranny cost me in average fuel consumption / how annoying will it make FE driving / how easy is it to swap for a manual. And how long do these things usually run for, is 160K considering near the end of the life for a metro?

Thanks in advance for the info.

(I REALLY WISH THIS WAS A MANUAL TRANNY )

[MetroMPG]

It's probably good for the 40-45 mpg range in nice weather. Remember: 3 speed, so it'll be bad on the freeway.

My advice: wait for something else with a manual transmission.

Also - have you done the math to figure out how much you'd actually save by buying a beater?

EDIT: the cars are reliable. The mileage wouldn't scare me off, but it all depends on whether it was looked after.

[dsq]

wait for a manual...for 2k you could get a quality honda or toyota.

[NoCO2]

Ok, thanks for the advice.

I actually would break even, if not make some money off the Metro. I would sell the Camry to pay for the metro if I got it and The bluebook for my car is $3000 so, it's been in one accident, I figure I can still get at LEAST $2k for it.