1996 Saturn SC 2 review from North America
"It is a reliable car that gets me from point A to B with very few issues"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Within the past 3 years or so I have replaced things such as the catalytic converter, and had to have many things repaired (gaskets, cylinders, valves, etc).
The temperature sensor has been screwed up for years, and I have been replacing coolant for years, but the light will not go off. But since I know that I have new coolant, I don't worry too much about that.
The ceiling cloth was not tightly attached to the car top, and I had to staple it back up so it does not affect me seeing out the rear windshield (very minor defect).
General comments?
When I bought my 1996 Saturn SC2 used in 2000, it had about 96,000 miles on it, and now in 2009 it has 133,000. I have had my share of problems, but the way I see it, what car is perfect. Everybody has something to say about the amount of repairs they make. Considering the age of the car compared to the amount of miles on the car, I think it was well worth making the repairs.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 96000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 133000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 2nd February, 2009 |