1997 Saturn SC SC2 review from North America
"Quick, nice looking and fuel efficient"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Just did the clutch which was going since we got the car. We suspect this car has had a lack of professional maintenance before we got it.
Currently she needs an upper motor mount it's cracked.
A small suspension piece in the back is broken.
A tie rod.
A tail light that likes to flap in the breeze.
A timing belt.
Also suspect the Catalytic converter is plugged.
Clear coat on spoiler has started peeling since I got the car. We are going to sand it down and use some store bought clear to fix it.
General comments?
I find this to be a great car it was quick with a bad clutch and it's unreal with a new one. Really quick little car for a 4cyl and it sounds good with the dual aftermarket exhaust.
We find it to be small as we have a young kid. I also do not find it to be very comfortable. It's a super nice looking car the colour of my car is the black gold metallic which I find is a very difficult colour to keep shiny.
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| 1996 - SC SC2 1.9 liter DOHC 16v gasoline Sporty reliable car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9L DOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 180000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 201000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 11th October, 2008 |