Used 1997 Saturn S-Series Consumer Reviews
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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.
my little 'speed racer'
Moocher, 06/14/2002
1997 Saturn S-Series SC2 2dr Coupe
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We purchased the Saturn new and we put 25,000 miles on it the first year. It now has 118,000 miles. We have put a battery in it, alternator and valve body-not bad considering the alternator and valve body are the only things outside of regular maintenance. I plan on putting another 100k before retiring it. It's great on gas and easy to maintain and above all it's a safe car.
You get a little more than what you pay
norwich9695, 02/04/2003
1997 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan
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Some minor problems but I had the saturn no hassle plan for the first 5 years. Once paid off, I make sure to get the oil changed and add a little Dura-lube or Slick 50 for some good luck. 70,000 miles later no problems. I treat it to a christmas gift each year. One upper motor mount in 1999 (didn't need replacing) Tires in 2000, still had 8/32 of tread (practically new) 2001 new sound system (now with 200 watts of clean power) 2002 alignment and struts (against the recommendation of the technician). The Manual trans is the best I've driven from BMW Audi Passat Honda and Toyota (very smooth).
1997 Saturn SL1
Tina's Saturn, 03/09/2005
1997 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan
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It's definately an economic, low maintenance car. I have, however, had to have an "annual tow" and a few hundred dollars worth of work once a year, but outside of that, it runs well.
GM should have kept Saturn
J. Pritchett, 10/30/2017
1997 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan
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I have a 1998 Saturn SL 4-door sedan, 1.9L SOHC w/ 5-speed manual . It is has problems with clearcoat and paint flaking off especially on the metal parts: hood, roof, and deck lid. The cylinder head was recently replaced. This particular engine is known to have a casting defect with the cylinder head cracking in the cam journal, as it affects about 1 in 20 cars. Conveniently, parts are cheap for these cars. And, it's well designed and easy to work on.. On the up side it is fun to drive, rides well, gets great gas mileage, and has plenty of power. It is reliable and has never failed to start and go. It does well around town, it handles well. Holds the road nicely at highway speeds and does a road trip well I plan on driving it until the wheels fall off.
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frank trobridge, 02/05/2003
1997 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan
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great reliable car with wonderful gas mileage. manual transmission is my favorite way to drive, but this particular car has problems with the first gear. if you can not drive a stick with skill, you will jerk the car on start due to the first gear. i totaled mine, T-boned a car while going 50 mph, and this car had no intrusions, and i was not injured from the wreck due to its great safety
S-Series
Fred, 05/24/2005
1997 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan
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We purchased this vechicle new and have nothing but fun driving it. It currently has 122,000 miles and it has never left us stranded. We still get 30 miles to the gallon on the highway. The car has been no trouble, but I have been good about getting the major service at 30K, 60K and 90K.
Great car
droadrunner, 04/27/2002
1997 Saturn S-Series SC2 2dr Coupe
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Purchased car new and the auto tranny bit the dust after 167000 on engine and transmission, and 307000 miles on rest of car (I towed additional 140000 behind motorhome) Only non routine maintenance was a rt. front hub assembley at 64,000 miles. Still had original rear brakes. Engine was a bit noisey, but it was fun to drive and reliabiliy/ economy was outstanding.
Saturns are great cars
theKman, 06/17/2002
1997 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan
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I bought this car with 53k miles less than three years ago, it now has 120k. I'm religious with my maintainance, but other than that I've had to make only a few small repairs. Will definitely trade this one in for another Saturn when the time comes.