Used 1997 Saturn S-Series Consumer Reviews
Great Car!
This was the first car that I bought and it had 115,000 miles when I got it. Never the less the car has always been a reliable vehicle. Also servicing the car is very cheap, about $22 for an oil change at Firestone. The only "major" problem that I've had with this car was replacing the ignition switch which cost me $120 at the Saturn dealer and it came with a free 2 year warranty. I also replaced the tires due to normal wear and they cost me $250 and they also came with a 3 year warranty. This car is very reliable and very cheap to service or repair (except for the transmission like in all cars!) if the need be. I highly recommend it.
My saturn
I have had no problems with this vehicle. It has run smoothly and has never "broke down". It isn't the fanciest wagon, but the gas mileage is so great that even if gas went to $3.00 a gallon, I would be happy.
Good while it lasted
I bought this vehicle brand new in '97 and it was great for the first 2-3 years. PROS: Fantastic mpg (37-42 hwy); comfortable; good value for money CONS: After the 36K mile mark and warranty the water pump died costing a significant amount of money. Reliability is in question.
Driven hard
I bought this car with 80,000 miles on it for a very reasonable price. I have abused it, and it has never failed me. Not once. I am selling it now, with 175K on it. It needs brakes, a tune up, and a muffler. Plus I think it could use shocks. I've decided not to invest in it, but hesistantly. It runs strong, and continues to serve me well. I would definitely buy a Saturn again. I buy in the 80,000 mile range and drive them hard. This is the first car I think I will actually be able to sell when I am done with it. Economical, reliable, and tolerant of abuse.
My Saturn is Great
I bought my SC2 3 1/2 years ago and have had nothing more than normal problems with it. I would recommend Saturns to anyone! Saturn treats their customers so good. I didn't even buy mine from a Saturn dealership and I get things from Saturn in the mail all the time (free inspections, anniversary cards, promotions,...etc.).