2000 Saturn L-Series Consumer Reviews

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Written by: Kristin on 01/21/2008

Vehicle

2000 Saturn L-Series 4 Dr LS Sedan

Review

I've enjoyed driving this car. I purchased it 2 years old with 12,000 miles on it. I am glad for the extended 75,000 warrenty. The car has performed very well over the last 88,000 miles. My biggest complaint is problems with the engine coil. Its been replaced every 35K miles. Other repairs I've made: New steering rack (65k), Catalytic Converter (95K), Accelleration assembly has been 100% replaced over time...problems with sticky pedal, CV Boot (55K). In my experience, these are not excessive repairs, except the engine coil which was replaced under campaign then broke in the same manner later. Its also alway had a slight hesitation under load while climbing.

Favorite Features

Its a good performer for the price range. I nice option for getting into a mid-sized car when you can't afford the Camry or Accord.

Suggested Improvements

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My Saturn

Written by: AyChiMama on 01/10/2008

Vehicle

2000 Saturn L-Series 4 Dr LS1 Sedan

Review

I love my Saturn. While I have had to do some repairs, none were major. Makes no noises, drive smoothly and pick up is fast.

Favorite Features

Side mirror defroster. Both front and back window defroster works fast. Dual airbags.

Suggested Improvements

Not using plastic for the trunk pull and chair adjustment.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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I love my LS1

Written by: Al Sylvia on 12/16/2007

Vehicle

2000 Saturn L-Series 4 Dr LS1 Sedan

Review

My Saturn has been the best coupe I've ever owned. I bought mine new in 2000, and almost 8 years later the car is still performing like new. It's only broken down twice while I've owned it -- both times the fixes were simple and inexpensive. The transmission is geared just right -- just the right amount of pep for a mid-size 4 cylinder, but not so powerful as to entice my teenage son to drag.

Favorite Features

I love the interior design of this car. All of the features are in intuitive places, everything reachable and convenient.

Suggested Improvements

I wish the sound system were a bit more robust -- it would have been great if Saturn had been forward-thinking and inserted some sort of auxiliary input (so I could plug my iPOD in.

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Overall, I'm pleased!

Written by: Overall, I'm pleased on 07/30/2007

Vehicle

2000 Saturn L-Series 4 Dr LW2 Wagon

Review

Its first owner pampered it, and so do I. There have been only a couple of repairs, each under $1,000, in its 7 years. It handles very well in all conditions, and the engine is very responsive (though a little sluggish into first gear). It's loaded, and all features work well. The design is simple, cargo space is excellent, the body integrity shoddy (quality control was out to lunch for the doors, seals, and cargo area wall inspections!)

Favorite Features

Engine power, handling, cargo space, sound system, leather seats.

Suggested Improvements

Improved quality control for body integrity. Better lower back support in seats. Window controls on doors, rather than center console. Easier to access engine air filter. Window rain deflectors. Ability to open cargo-area side windows to improve air flow and aerodynamics.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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I must have gotten a great one!

Written by: NCdoug on 05/31/2007

Vehicle

2000 Saturn L-Series 4 Dr LS1 Sedan

Review

I see many complains of poor quality which is just the opposite of what I have experienced. Since buying new, I've only replaced tires, battery, and windshield wiper blades. The LS1 still has the acceleration and fuel economy (26 mpg) that it had when new. I've got the automatic with upgraded sound system. The only time it has been in the shop was for two recalls. One for replacing door handles and another to remove a gas shutoff valve. I've never had any light or electrical problems mentioned by others. This is my second Saturn. I still have the first, a 1996 SC1 with 192,000 which still uses no oil and gets over 35 mpg with an automatic tranny.

Favorite Features

The automatic interior lights, and more power than I need.

Suggested Improvements

Better exterior styling.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Not any more

Written by: BIL on 12/20/2006

Vehicle

2000 Saturn L-Series 4 Dr LS Sedan

Review

This car served me well and still is but the trade values have slipped. Have owned SL2 also but now they seem to have slipped in quality control. I'll be keeping this one as one of 3 vehicles owned. Overall this 2000 LS has been very reliable. No repairs except wear items like brakes, tires etc.

Favorite Features

The enging may be a little noisy but I like the timing chain rather than the belt of other engines that has a finite life span.

Suggested Improvements

GM should get back to quality control issues on all their vehuicles. As should Ford. Then they will sell quality cars and trucks again. They need to take care of their customers!

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Good Purchase, Good Car

Written by: Bob on 11/17/2006

Vehicle

2000 Saturn L-Series 4 Dr LS1 Sedan

Review

We purchased this car in 2000 and have had very few problems with it. I am pleased with the power. For a 4 cylinder car it has no problem keeping up with trafic when traveling over the Rocky Mountains. It also gets very good gas mileage for a midsize car. Another feature that was important to us was the trunk space. It has a lot of room in the trunk which is nice on long trips.

Favorite Features

Gas mileage, dent resistant doors, trunk space

Suggested Improvements

Mouldings around doors installed better.

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Piece of Junk --- don't buy

Written by: yelowd on 09/15/2006

Vehicle

2000 Saturn L-Series 4 Dr LW2 Wagon

Review

Wow. What a piece of junk. Bought it with 45,000 miles. In 1000 miles I had to pay $500 to get rear suspension shimmed so it would align properly and not eat up tires or make a lot of noise and then the water pump went on it, which took out the whole engine. Swell. Thankfully, I bought an $1800 warranty, because the car was in the shop every other month. Bought the car for $9100. Repairs covered by warranty totalled $12,200 by June of 2006. Things fixed: alignment, waterpump (2x), rack and pinion, p/s pump, transmission (2x), front suspension (2x), etc. It is junk. As for driving, it is surprisingly quick, and corners well, though the engine is a bit loud and not smooth. Don't buy it.

Favorite Features

It was fast for a little wagon when it wasn't in the shop. Also, with Affinity LH30 tires, it was really good in the snow.

Suggested Improvements

Don't even bother. Saab engine on an Opel platform, with Saturn badging and engineering. Destined to fail. Give up GM.

1 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Excellent Car

Written by: Jon on 07/25/2006

Vehicle

2000 Saturn L-Series 4 Dr LS Sedan

Review

This Saturn has been one of the best cars I and or my family has owned. Has been extremely reliable, and fun to drive. The only things I may mention was the rear tail lights that were malfunctioning but were replaced due to a recall. A/C stopped working and was told over 1,000 to replace! Overall great car and great value. Black Chery Color Shimmers between blue, purple, and black. Awesome car with the features at the best price.And on that note. This vehicle is equipped with one of the best sound systems I have heard! Love eh dent resistant side panels.

Favorite Features

Sound system. Power seat. Overall look of car. Sunroof, spoiler! Dent resistant side panels

Suggested Improvements

Make car a little faster, a little better fuel.

4 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Don't Buy a Saturn

Written by: Teri on 03/24/2006

Vehicle

2000 Saturn L-Series 4 Dr LS1 Sedan

Review

I have owned my Saturn since 2000. I traded in a 10 year old Volvo with 150,000 miles on it, which I had absolutely no problems with. There are major problems with my car. In the first two years of owning my car it had to be towed 6 times! The car has electrical problems. The stitching in the back seat, which no one ever sits in, is coming apart. The CD player broke 2 months after my warranty expired and they refused to help me out. The center console and sun visors are broken. I called Saturn Corporate office and after going through everything with them they told me I was a bad customer.

Favorite Features

Power outlet in the back of the console. The ability to pay for regularly scheduled service at time of purchase for a discount.

Suggested Improvements

Make a better product.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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