1997 Saturn SC review from North America
"Buy a Honda at least their made in the U.S.A"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I'm glad I kept my S-10 @225k runs like a champ.
Mad oil consumption @75.
Loud knock @80k.
Excessive Oil leak from valve cover @100k.
Stuttering, stumbling and stalling @125k.
General comments?
This car needs constant checks and maintenance to remain reliable, Lucas will save it.
Not very comfortable interior.
Handles well in any conditions.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 7 miles |
| Most recent distance | 175000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet S-10 |
| Date of Entry | 5th March, 2008 |