2004 Saturn ION 2 review from North America
"Not a wise purchase"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
It handles horribly in the snow and rain.
Poor radio reception.
Popping sound somewhere in drive train.
RPM's hover between 500 and 1000 at idle; sometimes the car hesitates as if it is going to stall.
Rattle behind dash and the dealer doesn't want to take apart the dash and find it.
Hum sound when accelerating sometimes. This is especially evident when I am using my car charger or have my iPod charging.
General comments?
I have hydroplaned numerous times. The tires look good and the pressure is right. Any advice on this would be appreciated.
My lights behind the radio flickered, but the dealer replaced it and the lights no longer are an issue.
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| Good deal |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | Standard Automatic |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 8 miles |
| Most recent distance | 25000 miles |
| Previous car | Isuzu Rodeo |
| Date of Entry | 10th October, 2005 |