Rover Metro 1.1 L 5d (1991/J) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
£450 with tax and ticket (even Rover FSH!)
Costs
The fuel economy gets worse the older they get. Carb clean works wonders. Tyres a bit pricey considering the class of car.
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On the road
Driving
Skateboard-like. Get the suspension pumped and you are away! Only costs £20 or thereabouts.
Performance
For a 12 year old 1.1 litre car, it's amazing, accelarates well and can hold its own at 90mph.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never let me down.
Image
Big fat zero, but it's better than a Fiesta!
Comfort
Original seats were dreadful. Put a 1998 Rover 100 interior in mine, which made a big difference.
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Security and Service
Security
It has locks, but who's going to nick it anyway? Only reason I have an alarm is because of the Stereo.
Service
Good service from Deal of Kelvedon (Ex-Rover dealer, still does parts and service).
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Carb needs cleaning regularly.
Other
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