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GREAT little car
R Moore, 09/17/2003
2001 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought it new, put 25,000 mi per yr. Just turned 80,000 last week, at which point I had to get an engine mount replaced, but that's the only problem I've had. I get 41-44 mpg on the hwy, and 34 in the city with the A/C on. It's simply a great little car, and I have had no problems on hills, in rain, snow, or ice.
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Ed F, 02/15/2005
2001 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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At 58,000 miles 2/14/05 I bought this car new, fully loaded, and have had to replace the brakes twice around 27,000 miles each time, 1 tune up at 36,000, new tires at 40,000, and the head gasket replaced. I have taken care of it since the beginning and this car has not let me down once. I purchased this car with one goal in mind. Low TCO (Total cost of ownership). I wanted a Jetta or Civic, but you can't pass up the price with the GM discount. Also how many other lower priced sedans offer leather seats? If you are still in the "want to be cool phase of life" this car probably isn't for you, but if you are looking at long term ownership with minimal cash outlay please take a look.
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koonce, 10/27/2003
2001 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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Overall car is very reliable,only spark plugs changed,new brakes and tires other than that great reliable car,performance is good for a car of this size,great sound system for being stock,would recomend for those looking for a good reliable used vehicle since this model is no longer offered.
Do not buy.
Tommy Ramone, 10/15/2003
2001 Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my yellow 2001 SC2 since June 2000 and have 65000 miles on it. The rotors have warped at 10k, the transmission gave me problems going into reverse. Try parking without reverse! The cooling sys needed repair, the serp belt churps, the steering wheel squeeks when I turn, and it makes all kinds of noise on the highway. It is slow off the line. The auto transmission just is not right for the car. The headlights had to be replased because they filled with moisture. It failed the New York emmissions (nox) inspection last month. The third door is a waste if your parked between two cars in a lot.
get what you pay for
wombatmatty, 11/03/2003
2001 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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Talk about build quality problems! I've never heard a car rattle so much in my entire life, and it's only at 16k! It's had constant problems with water leaks, the trunk ajar light staying on, the trunk opening itself and the transmission failing. An older woman drives this car, so it's not like it's being abused. But the build quality is horrible. Maybe if Saturn service was a little more on par, some of these problems could be fixed. Sales is good for Saturn, service is poor.