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07-01-2008, 03:15 AM
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A question about the Metro XFi
If memory serves me correctly, isn't one of the only distinguishing things between a Metro XFi and a Metro LSi that the XFi doesn't have A/C?
If so, it sounds like some eBay people are doing a nice job at trying to scam unaware buyers...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Geo-M...mZ140245201806
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07-01-2008, 08:29 AM
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It's what's for dinner
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I had a 3cyl metro and it was rated 50 to the gallon. it didn't have a/c and I know it wasn't an XFi but am not sure what it was. I was 16 and didn't really care that much because I had something to drive.
if you look at the price, it is very reasonable considering the mileage and condition. considering all of that is accurate.
I also want to say that the XFi had something else going on for FE. not sure what but something maybe gearing or something.
mine was a 3cyl with 5spd. I dogged it pretty hard and got rid of it when I was 19. even then it was getting a calculated 46 to the gallon. that is when gas was just over a buck a gallon too.
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07-01-2008, 10:36 AM
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The Metro XFi I had towed home also had no A/C. The engine, ecu and harness are in my shed waiting for a suitable recipient, the transmission went to a Swift owning co-worker, the rusted shell went to the scrap yard.
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07-01-2008, 01:45 PM
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Another Broke College Kid
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Hey one of the other differences with the xfi is it had a cool cam, I don't know for sure about the gearing
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07-02-2008, 12:14 AM
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From http://gtkgeo.50megs.com/
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Metro XFi
All Geo Metros came standard with a 1.0 liter, 3 cylinder engine. The XFi model was designed for maximum fuel efficiency. It had a lighter curb weight, different computer, camshaft and transmission than the base or LSi models. It also had less comfort and convenience options than the other models. It boasted 53 city/58 highway mpg numbers and received "Most Fuel Efficient car in America" for all six years of it's production. It was dropped after the '94 model year because of slow sales.
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These, for better or worse, have become the "Holy Grail" of Geo Metros. Any are good, but these are slightly better. If you find one at a good price, grab it. If nothing else, you can put it on eBay and sell it at a profit. Heck...I'd like to find a rusted-out one from snow country and transfer all the goodies into a nice California body...
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07-02-2008, 06:59 AM
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Cogito Ergo Soy
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When searching for a Metro / Swift, pay close attention to the sub-frame where the lower control arms attach. The fabrication of the unibody is such that there is a 'pocket' that catches debris and road spray, rapidly rusting away. If this area is OK, buy it. If not, walk away, it's terminal and too costly to repair.
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07-02-2008, 09:03 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by atomicradish
If memory serves me correctly, isn't one of the only distinguishing things between a Metro XFi and a Metro LSi that the XFi doesn't have A/C?
If so, it sounds like some eBay people are doing a nice job at trying to scam unaware buyers...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Geo-M...mZ140245201806 |
You Fail,
Maybe you should do your research and look at the VIN on the car on EBAY. It's a real XFI.....maybe just maybe it was a dealer installed option.
Anyway glad to see you jumping to conclusions.
Last edited by Civic VX : 07-03-2008 at 12:19 AM.
Reason: Guy's a douche
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07-03-2008, 12:22 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Lug_Nut
When searching for a Metro / Swift, pay close attention to the sub-frame where the lower control arms attach. The fabrication of the unibody is such that there is a 'pocket' that catches debris and road spray, rapidly rusting away. If this area is OK, buy it. If not, walk away, it's terminal and too costly to repair.
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I'd be happy to pick up a relatively low mileage rusted out XFI for cheap...I'm sure I can find a nice body with everything worn out that I could transfer everything to...
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07-03-2008, 02:15 PM
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It's what's for dinner
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I think you ticked off the guy selling the car.
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07-07-2008, 01:55 AM
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Yeah, really.
He was also kind enough to send me a hateful PM. I wonder how this was traced back to this website?
I was never calling anyone a scammer. I asked the question in open forum because I wasn't sure. Never did I say "Person X is scamming". I don't understand what the problem was.
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07-07-2008, 06:33 AM
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It's what's for dinner
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for some people, it doesn't take much.
oh well, I wonder if he ever sold it. too lazy to check.
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