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Old 11-26-2009, 12:03 AM   #9 (permalink)
thatguitarguy
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Location: Leadville, CO
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Maroon Ballon - '98 Chrysler Town & Country LXI
90 day: 26.42 mpg (US)

MaEsTRO - '95 Geo Metro 5spd hatch, 3 cyl
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I've been watching craigslist because the Metro seems pretty popular for really high mpg. There have been a few for around $500-$600 that need work, mostly on the engine, but I checked this one out because of the low mileage. The front has been bashed by an SUV so it needs a fender, hood, and headlight, at the very least, and I could turn the bolts on the hatchback hinge with my fingers. The guys low price was $1200, and I figure I can find something a lot better for around the same price, or something that needs as much work for a lot less.

I'm just wondering what to expect from a Metro that's running right. Are they smooth? Are they fairly quiet? Do they shift easily? Do they accelerate reasonably? Are they easy to work on? Are they cheap to keep running if you take care of them? Are they easy to find parts for?

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