Used 1997 Saturn S-Series Consumer Reviews
Used S-Series for sale
A great Buy
Chippster, 11/27/2003
1997 Saturn S-Series SC1 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had preiviously been driving a Dodge Neon and compared to that this car is perfect
Great College Car
NDFresh, 10/16/2003
1997 Saturn S-Series SC1 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car last winter when my 93 Cavalier died on me. I was low on money and was looking to get a car that was affordable, reliable, and got good gas mileage. I could not be happier with my purchase. Aside from some hesitation on starting, I've had absolutely no problems. This car gets really great gas mileage, and I'd really recommend it to anyone looking for a practical car to get them through school.
Piece of junk dont waste your money
zap101392, 02/28/2009
1997 Saturn S-Series SC1 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
has 127,000 on it and it has problems weekly my girlfriend has had it in the shop every month since she bought it, Transmission problems, stalls, wont start, speedometer and tach dont read accuratly, radiator leaks, burns a little oil, Headlight plastic discolors over time and makes for a very dim set of headlights. Now about the car it likes to wander on the road sound system stinks ,accelerations is terrible, seats are very very uncomfortable Yet the car was perfectly fine when it was purchased the only good thing about the car is the gas mileage about 27-34 mpg
out of this world
Hannah , 09/23/2019
1997 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My 1997 Saturn has scaled mountains, weathered snow, ice, rain and 15+ hour road trips with a full backseat and trunk full of gear. Just 4 thousand miles shy of 200k, she has been a faithful companion and a truly great first car. Going to go cry about how much I love her now.
saturns suck!!
unhappy saturn owner, 09/25/2003
1997 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
94-96 saturns had extended the warrentee to 100,000 on the head due to a faulty design. My 97 sl1 had a head go out at 56000 miles and saturn would not cover any of the costs. On going problems of electrical componets and poor service at saturn of appleton is just cause for my feelings of all saturns.
Big Oil Burner........
MadinMemphis, 06/12/2003
1997 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Burns 2 qts of oil per month. I called the dealer and the service mgr told me this was normal. I big lie, my 94 Honda Accord with 294000 miles does not burn but 1 qt every 3000 miles. The Engine is way undersized, pick up is very poor. Drivers side electric window has gone out twice in 5 years, neither time would the dealer fix it. But they did charge almost $300 to fix it. Styling is good, paint is excellent. If your looking for a car to sit in your driveway and look at this is your car. If your looking for performance, buy an Accord. Mad in Memphis...
Nice for a while
Erin, 11/30/2010
1997 Saturn S-Series SC2 2dr Coupe
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car when I went to college. It was sporty and I loved it. Then all of a sudden everything started to break on it. I couldn't keep up. First the sunroof, then the A/C, then the starter, then the windshield started leaking, then the rear defrost quit working (among many small and major things). The cost to fix these things were more than the car was worth. Once it was in the shop for 4 months because they couldn't figure out what was wrong! I might have gotten a lemon, but I can't even save up for another car because I am putting too much money into this car to keep it running.
Very reliable!
gabbyciara, 10/12/2007
1997 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had the car for 5 years now. It has 184,000 miles on it. I've drove this car to the ground! It's still running fine.The only major thing that I've replaced was the transmission. But with that many miles and the way I drive it, it was meant to go out.
Buy something else
David LoPan, 09/16/2004
1997 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
Car was purchased new. The exterior looks stupid, interior is sub-par and looks very cheap, anything that can break off has (volume knob, seat adjustments, etc.) The suspension feels sloppy, the chasis squeaks and road noise easily penetrates the interior of the car. The engine is underpowered and has a very rough torque curve, you have to floor it constantly to get enough power. The transmission is jerky and counterintuitive, after only 76,000 the tranny craped out and had to be completley replaced. Also the breaks are weak, the driving position is not well thought out and the fit and finish is horrible (body panel gaps are huge).
Sad to say good-bye
mimi, 07/23/2008
1997 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for almost 10 years, and only in the past few months has it started to feel old- noisy, rough going up hills. I don't like the new Saturns and only wish I could get another 1997 Saturn brand new again. It gets good gas mileage, looks good (even when it's dirty), & has given her all over the years. I have had no major repairs. If you take care if it, it will take care of you. I will be getting an '09 Toyota in a few days, and topping off the gas tank for the last time tonight made me very sad. She gave her all for 143M miles, and still has more to give to the next owner. My dog will miss sitting in the back window, I am sure.