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Saturn S Series
Joann, 09/28/2002
2002 Saturn S-Series SL 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a very noisy vehicle. Wind noise and road noise make it impossible to talk normally or listen to the radio at normal levels. 5-speed manual is clunky and hard to shift. Occasionally pops out of gear.
Check your oil!
Mo2, 06/10/2002
2002 Saturn S-Series SL2 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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If you purchase this car, make sure you check your oil frequently. The car gobbles up oil like it's going out of style. And, if you're not careful it can lead to huge problems. I blew an engine at 88,000 miles. And yes, I did change the oil every 3,000 miles (or less). Overall, would I buy a Saturn again? If I didn't have the money to buy something better, I guess I would. It still looks good and with a brand new engine (and AC, cluth, alternator, and a few other things ) it's running like a champ. 'Course I do need to make sure I keep track of the oil.
Best New Car I Ever Owned
Patti E., 10/24/2002
2002 Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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This is the second Saturn SC2 we've owned. Traded the first one after 1 year for the color - red! which they didn't have the first time. The back seat is small, but we knew that. It's built for safety, not comfort. No biggie since we rarely use it for passengers. There is definitely wind/road noise but the radio drowns that out. :-) My pet peave is the comfort level of the driver's seat. When we do road trips (200+ miles as a rule), I squirm around a lot from lower back discomfort. But the safety features offset the comfort factor. Our insurance is less on the financed 2002 Saturn than on my owned outright 1996 T-bird. I'd definitely buy another Saturn.
Will buy Saturn again
Melissa Day, 04/16/2002
2002 Saturn S-Series SL1 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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My 1st brand new car, as 20 yr old seeking a dependable ride to work. The staff was very friendly, though I don't like having to pay $70 for floor mats. :-) I think my next car will be an orange Saturn SC once they come out w/ a hybrid or a fuel cell car. I am waiting for that!! The gas mileage is excellent and I pratically live in this car!
2002 SC2
Mandy, 10/28/2008
2002 Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my car for a little over 6 years now. I am now starting to realize that the seat is what has been causing my back pain. Other than that, though, I have been very pleased with the car. I love the look and the feel of it. Too bad it's been discontinued.