The Americanized suzukis are pretty crappy but the cultus, gti, samurai, even the newer ones are good for the money.
They just are built for longevity just like the aveo supposedly.
The only Americanized Suzuki I can think of is the XL7, and possibly the grand vitara.
Cultus = Geo Metro/Pontiac Firefly/Chevrolet Metro/Chevrolet Sprint/Suzuki Esteem (replaced by the Aerio which was replaced by the current SX4)
- 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 - LQ1 3.4L DOHC 24 valve semi-hemi V6, 210 HP, 215 ft-lbs of torque, 4T60e 4 speed automatic with O/D.... 123,000+ miles. Slowly resto-modding it.
- looking for a first gen Aveo for a daily driver :D