Used 2001 Saturn S-Series Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Enjoyed it!
eraymond2, 02/07/2014
2001 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This was my first car with 96,000 miles on it when I bought it for $3,000. I had for over three years without a single problem. Driving around New England was fun to do, but it would always cost me $50 or so to fuel up.
Transmission problems
BobP, 04/08/2009
2001 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
There are numerous complaints of transmission problems in Saturn vehicles but GM has not done anything so far. Just after the warranty expired my SL2 with only 25K on it started having trans issues. First it started shifting hard. Then the 4th gear gave out - the engine would rev up when it tried to shift up to the 4th. The dealer said nothing can be done, just replace transmission for $2500. I did that. Within a few months it started jerking violently whenever the gear shifted. This is a very poor quality product. I traded this in for an Outlook SE and I am having transmission problems with that as well. Will never buy a Saturn or any GM product ever.
The best car EVER!!!
Saturn lover, 08/05/2009
2001 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have owned several smaller cars. This is by far the best. I bought it because my first car was an older model of the same vehicle. I was 16 and rode that car ragged and it still kept going. I have had this one for 3 years now. The only thing I have had to replace is the clutch on the a/c. I am not the most responsible car owner even though I am married to a mechanic. My car never disappoints me. I have a 2 year old and I never worry that we will be stranded anywhere. Unfortunately we are expanding our family so we have to move up to an SUV. If I could make this car larger I would never get rid of it. EXCELLENT gas mileage. I get gas about 3 times a month for $22 from empty.
200,000 miles and going strong
Jason B., 12/30/2009
2001 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new with 28 miles. I now have 212,000+! It's an economy car, so nothing fancy with the features. Replaced the usuals, but the front wheel bearings have needed replacing. The intake manifold gasket is next. Not bad for the high miles. It's a zippy car (4cyl, 5-speed manual), and the MPGs have paid for the car. Low resale, but not sure I'll sell before 300,000!
2nd Saturn
droadrunner, 04/27/2002
2001 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased this car following the demise of a 97 SC2 @ 307,000 miles. Car rides/handles well although driver leg position a little uncomfortable on long trips (I'm 6'1, 230 lbs). Reliabiltiy excellent so far, dealer has been great!