Used 1997 Saturn S-Series Consumer Reviews
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Great Car
Any, 08/24/2003
1997 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan
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I have had this car for over 5 years with no major problems. This car has worked out great. It has been to the West Coast, East Coast, Canada, and even Florida. Still running strong. Average around 32-34 MPG highway and city.
An Amazing Car
saturnspeed_12, 11/05/2004
1997 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan
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When I got this car, I thought to myself why did my dad buy it. Well after driving it, I was amazed. I picked up so quick and I could feel the potential for power to be released. So you can guess I have been modding it, and its been taking alot of abuse. I pushed it beyond its redline many times and finally ive had to pay for it. It is now finally burning a tiny bit of oil. Most people have problems with burning oil but me I never had a problem. I have had to replace fuel pump, no problem though. Interior design, I believe, is fantastic(fabric sucks). Very comfortable for long trips(im 6'1 150lbs), handles great, picks up great, great gas mileage, just so much great about it.
Good if not perfect commuter car
Cory Gifford, 01/10/2003
1997 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan
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I just got this car no problems yet got it for 3000 dollars and worth every penny.
I love it!
Andy, 12/05/2004
1997 Saturn S-Series SC2 2dr Coupe
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I've owned 3 Saturns in my life, and I will definitely buy another when the time comes. Great gas mileage, fun to drive, well put together, and the people at the dealership are always very helpful.
Good Car
Jon G., 12/03/2009
1997 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan
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I've driven my Saturn SL2 for 7 years with no major problems beyond minor repairs. It's never broken down on me except one time when the battery needed to be replaced. I started with 64,000 and now have 189,000 miles on it, driving through rush hours traffic every day to work. It has been a good and dependable car. I've taken it on multiple long distance trips without any problems. The road noise is not very good in this car and the only annoying thing has been that my power locks and windows have not worked correctly (some not at all) for the last couple of years. Besides that I would say this is a good and dependable car that doesn't cost too much and hasn't required much maintenance
Great Commuter No problems Cheaplybuilt
Pete from CO, 01/10/2003
1997 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan
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Bought new after college, wanted something with a warranty and reliability that wasn't going to drain my wallet. This is what I got, I now have 84K mi on mine with NO problems. I did replace a front axle, but only after hitting a huge hole in the road. Everything else has been routine maintence. If you can drive a standard transmission, the 5sp shifting is smooth and you'll need it on hills + hwys w/only 100 hp. Down side, handling is average, stlying average, "fun to drive" factor is low and the fit and finish are below average ("sweaks", enough that I installed an aftermarket stereo system)
Runs good!
mjmiron, 02/20/2005
1997 Saturn S-Series SC2 2dr Coupe
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Overall I am very pleased with my Saturn. It's the second one I own along with the Vue. The major problems were the alternator going out at 65k, and having my front rotors ground every 12k. Other than that I have had good luck with the car and it's really easy to work on. I am also running Amzoil so I change my oil once a year which is great.
Great!...until that pesky cracked head.
April, 02/24/2005
1997 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan
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My car held up pretty well in 2 minor accidents. Very safe and stylish, with low insurance rates. The interior has held up well. As for reliability, I didn't have a care in the world... until the 82,000 mile mark, when the cracked head happened. I have found that this is apparently a common problem for these cars. I wish that Saturn had issued a recall on this vital issue. I suppose that 8 years and 82000 miles of trouble free driving is not bad for $12500, though. My mechanic is advising me to get rid of it while I still can, but I admit that the car has become a part of me in the 8 years I have owned it. Not sure what I'm going to do...
1997 Saturn SL2
James Clark, 02/02/2003
1997 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan
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Saturn has been a very reliable vehicle, and performs in an exceptional manner for my 580 mile commute every week. Cost of operation very low up to 100,000. There have been no suprises, no major ticket items. Only tires, wipers, filters and regular oil changes. Best car I have ever owned.
Not a bad car
pnedwek, 03/07/2005
1997 Saturn S-Series SC2 2dr Coupe
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I purchased this car as my first real car purchase and I was pleased with it until I wanted a replacement. I took care of it with the schedule maintenance and the only problems I had in 8 years was an alternator replacement and a new starter. The car was reliable - but there are better out there. It was not the most comfy of cars.