Used 2000 Saturn L-Series Sedan Consumer Reviews
Good Purchase, Good Car
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.
Holy Smokes
I wasn't even considering this car until I drove it. Saturn states 0-60 in 8.2 seconds, LOL, sure, Autoweek got to 60mph in 7.4, and edmunds got to it in 7.3, well that is about right because this car flies, and hardly anything short of a Z28 will be able to beat you, the power is truly amazing. Its got the chasis of the Opel Vectra and engine from a Saab 9-5, its refined as hell, and euro inspired and hella cheap, its the perfect freakin' car, if only people knew.
I love my LS1
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.
Joke of a car
Having owned this vechicle for over 8 years, I can say I've not experienced any major problems. This is because there are only 52,000 miles driven. This car has to have the worst resale value. Any repairs almost have to be done at the dealer. Part stores do not carry anything. Dealer repairs are too high priced. Saturn wanted to charge me $32 to change a 3rd brake light bulb. It cost $7 just for the bulb at the dealer. I bought 1 bulb & changed it myself in 1 minute. Saturn has a serious problem with the timing chain & zero tolerance on their engine. Do a little internet research & you will see that Saturn has a major problem on their hands that they are trying their best to avoid.
My Saturn
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.