Super Gay car that gets an UNREAL amount of mpg.

DevourTheDamned · 05-22-2008, 10:01 AM

you guys should all know that Geo Metro's, that gay ass 90's car that noone liked, book valued at like 1 grand, and going for 7k and up on eBay and craigslist because they get 50 MILES TO THE GALLON.
its crazy, as soon as im able to sell this crappy ass intrepid i have, im getting one of these beasts.

its ugly, not powerful, not fast, but DAMN will it save you some money!!

check it out:
eBay Motors: Geo : Metro (item 140235021118 end time May-28-08 18:10:55 PDT)

Groff · 05-22-2008, 10:16 AM

For 7k it won't save you as much money as you should

1k tops... IF they're in perfect shape. But DAMN it puts a hybrid to shame...

EDIT:

According to 1992 Geo Metro Specs and Features - MSN Autos

The LSi convertable won't get 50mpg. But the little hatchbacks will.

Randy · 05-22-2008, 10:20 AM

That thing is begging for a leaf blower turbo.

Chris · 05-22-2008, 10:24 AM

I'll keep spending money on something that won't fold up like an aluminum can in a 5mph accident, thanks.

thedownside · 05-22-2008, 10:32 AM

haha, man, i could fit that in the trunk of my magnum

keithb · 05-22-2008, 10:35 AM

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FortePenance · 05-22-2008, 11:33 AM

^i always thought that! When people asked me what my dream car was I'd always say ".... that man, gas is too expensive" or "i'd prefer a motorbike tbh".

Only downside would be breathing. >.> In a polluted city like Hong Kong, you'd choke to death on the car fumes.

eaeolian · 05-22-2008, 11:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheMissing

1k tops... IF they're in perfect shape. But DAMN it puts a hybrid to shame...

How do you figure? Those are the EPA numbers, old inflated-style. I get a *real world* number of 48 in my Prius, and I know Darren beats me in his Smart by 2-3 mpg regularly.

Groff · 05-22-2008, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris

I'll keep spending money on something that won't fold up like an aluminum can in a 5mph accident, thanks.

Speaking of aluminum cans, I saw TWO smart cars today.

Seriously, if you want a stupidly small car... Get a Yaris or Fit.

eaeolian · 05-22-2008, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris

I'll keep spending money on something that won't fold up like an aluminum can in a 5mph accident, thanks.

On the Geo I agree with you. However, small cars are not inherently unsafe, as the recent Smart crash tests prove.

Groff · 05-22-2008, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eaeolian

How do you figure? Those are the EPA numbers, old inflated-style. I get a *real world* number of 48 in my Prius, and I know Darren beats me in his Smart by 2-3 mpg regularly.

No, that's not what I meant.

I was just saying it's pulling off the huge MPG numbers without being a hybrid is all.

Imagine if it was...

thedownside · 05-22-2008, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eaeolian

On the Geo I agree with you. However, small cars are not inherently unsafe, as the recent Smart crash tests prove.

i'd still take my magnum in a head on collision thank you

stuh84 · 05-22-2008, 11:50 AM

I love America, 50mpg over here is pretty modest figures

My car runs on 50 mpg, most small cars here do, and then anything running on Diesel gets that and more.

Drew · 05-22-2008, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eaeolian

On the Geo I agree with you. However, small cars are not inherently unsafe, as the recent Smart crash tests prove.

They just took top marks in their crash test.

Drew · 05-22-2008, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stuh84

I love America, 50mpg over here is pretty modest figures

It's not our fault, dude - there's not much for sale in our country that does that well because Detroit has decided that's not what we want. Actually, so has Japan and Korea, come to think of it... Myself, I consider myself lucky my Camry gets 29mpg on the highway. :/

Groff · 05-22-2008, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Drew

They just took top marks in their crash test.

I'd rather be in a 3 star SUV than a 5 star Smart.
I'll give the smart credit, the roll cage is RIGID, but the shorter crumple zone makes it impact harder.

I wouldn't want to be in ANY car accident, but I certainly would be safer in something bigger.

Chris · 05-22-2008, 12:15 PM

C&D's numbers for the ForTwo weren't as high as I expected, actually. I don't recall what they were offhand, but I'll recheck them tonight.

Chris · 05-22-2008, 12:16 PM

Actually, here:

2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Coupe - Road Test/Micro Machines/Car Shopping/Hot Lists/Reviews/Car and Driver - Car And Driver

Quote:

Our test vehicle got a disappointing 32 mpg overall, not the 50 or 60 mpg it looks like it should deliver, and the tiny engine requires pricey 91-octane fuel.

32MPG, and requires 91 octane. A 28MPG Corolla running 87 would be more economical.

Chris · 05-22-2008, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stuh84

I love America, 50mpg over here is pretty modest figures

My car runs on 50 mpg, most small cars here do, and then anything running on Diesel gets that and more.

What are you driving that gets 50mpg?

Randy · 05-22-2008, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheMissing

I'd rather be in a 3 star SUV than a 5 star Smart.
I'll give the smart credit, the roll cage is RIGID, but the shorter crumple zone makes it impact harder.

I wouldn't want to be in ANY car accident, but I certainly would be safer in something bigger.

I think the point is more that the Smart is about the SIZE of the crumple zone on a bigger car, so the fact it doesn't fold-up-like-a-ball-of-aluminum-foil speaks to it's size vs. safety.

Will the cabin hold up better in a Smart than a Lincoln Continental, in front end collision? Probably not, but at least you'll have a similar chance of surviving either.

eaeolian · 05-22-2008, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris

C&D's numbers for the ForTwo weren't as high as I expected, actually. I don't recall what they were offhand, but I'll recheck them tonight.

Yeah, they have issues in the US market they don't have in Europe and Canada, especially with the diesel version, which is the one that really crushes - but, of course, diesel is currently a buck-a-gallon more here...

YYZ2112 · 05-22-2008, 12:24 PM

I drive a semi-gay car, an Acura RSX which gets decent gas mileage and I'm still feeling the pain at the pump. Connecticut is brutal!

Chris · 05-22-2008, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YYZ2112

I drive a semi-gay car, an Acura RSX which gets decent gas mileage and I'm still feeling the pain at the pump. Connecticut is brutal!

I like RSX's.

Chris · 05-22-2008, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eaeolian

Yeah, they have issues in the US market they don't have in Europe and Canada, especially with the diesel version, which is the one that really crushes - but, of course, diesel is currently a buck-a-gallon more here...

Issues being things like smog, safety, and EPA emission limits.

YYZ2112 · 05-22-2008, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris

I like RSX's.

I was stupid and didn't get the six speed.

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05-22-2008, 10:01 AM	#1
DevourTheDamned Fossicker Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 508 Thanked: 7 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Super Gay car that gets an UNREAL amount of mpg. you guys should all know that Geo Metro's, that gay ass 90's car that noone liked, book valued at like 1 grand, and going for 7k and up on eBay and craigslist because they get 50 MILES TO THE GALLON. its crazy, as soon as im able to sell this crappy ass intrepid i have, im getting one of these beasts. its ugly, not powerful, not fast, but DAMN will it save you some money!! check it out: eBay Motors: Geo : Metro (item 140235021118 end time May-28-08 18:10:55 PDT)

05-22-2008, 10:16 AM	#2
Groff Medicine Chief/RHLC© Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: South Jersey Posts: 6,880 Thanked: 253 Feedback Score: 18 reviews	For 7k it won't save you as much money as you should 1k tops... IF they're in perfect shape. But DAMN it puts a hybrid to shame... EDIT: According to 1992 Geo Metro Specs and Features - MSN Autos The LSi convertable won't get 50mpg. But the little hatchbacks will. AHHH MOTHERLAND! All hail soviet Arktanistan-Groffistan!

05-22-2008, 10:20 AM	#3
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FortePenance ss.org Regular Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 3,818 Thanked: 25 Feedback Score: 5 reviews	^i always thought that! When people asked me what my dream car was I'd always say ".... that man, gas is too expensive" or "i'd prefer a motorbike tbh". Only downside would be breathing. >.> In a polluted city like Hong Kong, you'd choke to death on the car fumes.

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05-22-2008, 12:15 PM	#17
Chris metalguitarist.org Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Boston, Mass Posts: 16,696 Thanked: 571 Feedback Score: 8 reviews	C&D's numbers for the ForTwo weren't as high as I expected, actually. I don't recall what they were offhand, but I'll recheck them tonight. Amp: 6505+ / Recto 4x12s Rack: Axe-Fx II / HD1221s

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YYZ2112 Um, yeah..... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Connecticut Posts: 1,398 Thanked: 48 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	I drive a semi-gay car, an Acura RSX which gets decent gas mileage and I'm still feeling the pain at the pump. Connecticut is brutal! http://www.soundclick.com/petestarkes

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