2001 Saturn L300 review from North America
"I love this car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
O2 sensor went out at about 48K.
Traction Control sensor went out at 48k.
Brake lights went out around the same time.
Transmission shift sensor went out around 80k.
Had to change serpentine at 100k.
Have to change a pulley 140k.
Have to change timing belt 140k.
Have to change serpentine 140k.
Have to change water pump 140k.
Have to change thermostat 140k.
General comments?
Overall I really like the car. I have owned it since 2004 and other than the regular maintenance I think it runs great. The car still has power and is pretty fast for being a Saturn. I like to drive fast and push this car to the limit and it has held up longer than any other l300 that I have ever driven! I say this because I worked for Saturn for almost a year and drove every car on the lot! I guess I got lucky and purchased a car that has treated me pretty fair.
I think the interior is pretty nice and simple. I think the leather seats could be a little softer. but other than that I think the car is is great...
IF YOU HAVE THE OPTION TO PURCHASE AN EXTENDED WARRANTY I SUGGEST YOU DO SO. YOU WILL FIND IT VERY BENEFICIAL!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 V6 Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 42000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Pickup |
| Date of Entry | 28th October, 2008 |