[QUOTE=MetroMPG;104471]Definitely worth considering. This car has gel batteries installed in the floor (including under the front seats) for just that reason: (and also for aesthetics - to keep batts out of the motor compartment)
Roger Stockton's 1987 Suzuki Forsa
(Note: Optimas. )
Are you close enough to get a look at your car? I see you are in Canada - 1000 Islands? I would make the trip to there on your schedule if you can spare the time?