2001 Saturn SC Reviews - Page 4 of 6

The one and only thing that has gone wrong is it not starting in the dead of winter the morning after a car wash and sitting all night. Throw in a bottle of HEET water remover and that is no longer a problem.

Some may say the suspension is too stiff. Well, this is a sporty car, not a luxury sedan. The suspension is stiff for a reason; cornering and handling. The stiffer the suspension, the less body roll when cornering; i.e. you won't be seeing this coupe on two wheels.

Welcome to the best naturally aspirated 4-cylinder engine of the 90s. Fantastic low end torque gets you quick off the line and really picks up after 4000 rpms. Replaced by the more versatile Ecotec engine in the ION, I'm sorry to see it go.

Inside and out, this car screams style. The sleek, dent resistant body gives an aggressive stance and the engine and powertrain don't disappoint. Nothing beats the satisfying growl of the engine under heavy acceleration, unless the intake is replaced with a short ram configuration. The interior provides comfortable seats and a comprehendable console interface.

About 20,000 miles, the security system went ballistic-trunk popping open down the road, horn honking by itself, lights flashing, etc. Dealer replaced (under warranty).

Front rotors are in constant need of repair/replace. Have had car in shop 3-4 times to have re-cut/replaced rotors. Unfortunately, this is not under warranty, but should be.

I love my Saturn, but it's definitely not a practical family car.

The seats in front are uncomforatable, but not half as uncomfortable as the back seats which have next to no leg room.

On the brighter side, it has 7 cupholders.

Sunroof has locked into place, dealer has no idea why, unlocks after a few hours.

Power window switch will not run the drivers door toll window.

Clutch needs to be replaced, I think that's due to my wife.

Front rotors need to be replaced.

Exhaust muffler has rusted, the pipe looks new, but the muffler looks like it came off a '55 chevy.

The head gasket was replaced at 30000.

Front end is out of balance.

Overall the Saturn team did a good job on this car, I am not pleased about a 4cyl. when a 6cyl was used in another model. They should have put that motor in the "sports model"