Used 2001 Saturn S-Series Coupe Consumer Reviews
Used S-Series for sale
Did resale value fall out of 3rd door?
frangel, 09/11/2002
2001 Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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The no-dicker sales experience was great, 3rd door was cute and useful. With back seats down remarkable trunk space-it handled hauling many good sized items. However, when we bought an'03 Mitsubishi Spyder convertable, found out the $20K Saturn is barely worth $10K after <1 1/2 yrs. Air cond. crapped out & dealer fixed it promptly for free. Hated window controls in the center-never could get used to that. Very uncomfortable for anyone over 6' tall: I could recline the seats enough to fit, but had to cock my head to one side, up into the sun-roof area to sit upright while driving. Impossible to see the front of the hood to judge front-end clearance.
I Love My Saturn
Carole, 03/23/2005
2001 Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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This is without a doubt the best car I have ever owned. Two years ago I moved from NYC to Seattle. I drove the car across the country from East Coast to West Coast. It performed beautifully. Whether going through the mountains or plains, the mileage I got was excellent. I have absolutely no complaints at all with this car. I'd buy another Saturn in a heartbeat!
I'm Stuck With It!
kdibello, 08/19/2003
2001 Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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This car has been generally reliable. Unfortunately, the rotors became badly warped after about 10,000 mi and had to be resurfaced. From the day drove the car off the dealer lot, the steering wheel vibrates at highway speeds. In an attempt to solve the problem I've had the original tires balanced several times to no avail. I finally resorted to replacing the tires with another brand. The problem still exists. The car rattles, sqeeks and clonks when driven making for an upleasant driving experience. Unfortunately, the trade in is so low I can't afford to replace the car! This is my second and final Saturn!
Great car
Starrn1007, 10/15/2006
2001 Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased my '01 SC2 used at 48,000 miles. I never had really any problems with it except for my upper motor mount collapsed at about 75k. All in all, I loved this car before I traded. It could have a little more power, but seeing as though it isn't made anymore, that won't happen. I traded at 77k. I wanted something with a V6.This car has a very sporty look and was very realiable. With routine maintence it will last for a long time.
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.