Driving A 43-Horsepower Geo Metro Convertible From New York To Los Angeles Looks Really Miserable

The Geo Metro Convertible is one of the silliest cars ever sold in America.

The Core Event

The Metro hatchback was already a misfit on American roads, with its microscopic 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine, 1,600-pound curb weight, and $7,000-ish starting price.

Key Facts

It was a General Motors rebadge of a Suzuki Swift, and it almost immediately became the butt of every automotive joke.

Context & Significance

The Metro hatchback was already a misfit on American roads, with its microscopic 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine, 1,600-pound curb weight, and $7,000-ish starting price.

Outlook

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