Rover Metro (1990 - 1995) 1.1 Nightfire 5d (1993/L) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

cheap and tacky but almost a classic.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

fair, nice enough, does the job.

Would you buy this car again and why?

probably not, very low spec and its Rover.

What are you likely to buy next?

i brought a Rover 214si after this, but this was better, the 214 was a nightmare look out for my review of that. I currently own a 306 roland garros.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£400

When did you buy the car?

June 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

fair deal, a little expensive for age but condition warranted it, and well looked after.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

was well looked after and in good condition

What was the dealer like?

nice lady owner, sweet.

What's it like to drive?

nippy, fairly flat cornering, enjoyable but 4 gears meant it was loud on the motorway!.

What's it like to park?

no powersteering was a pain but small and light meant it was easy enough.

Have you had any problems with the car?

the exhaust was damaged at safari park, but then thats my fault for taking a car like this that is this low to the safari park. the rear arches were metro-esque, rusted and corroded. needed pads replacing and couple of tyres but nothing major.

What's most practical about your car?

1.1 was economical and was a fair size inside.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

my stereo, loved it.