Rover Metro 1.1 S Cat 5d (1994/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent value when you first buy, however dealer resprays hide rust lurking beneath.
Costs
Cost quite low until the problems start.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent drive. Slide yourself round most corners. Positive, if a little heavy with the steering.
Performance
Excellent results from the nippy 1.1 engine.
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Living with it
Reliability
If you don't sort the faults quickly they can build up.
Image
Who cares about the image when you can park this car into almost any space and see the envy of others... he he.
Comfort
Seats are good. Ride can be a bit bumpy... like the OLD Metro.
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Security and Service
Security
Only the owner is interested in getting into this car, to be honest!
Service
Remote keyfob cost £89... Can be very pricey parts!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Reliabile.
Other
Radiator metal hose will corrode. Sump can disintegrate through corrosion. Handbrake adjust seized.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes