1997 Saturn SC review from North America
"I will never buy another Saturn"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Cracked Head gasket at under 50K miles.
Needed two new alternators within first year's ownership.
**Currently hesitates upon acceleration. This is happening in the morning or after sitting for more than 8 hours. After it warms up, it runs fine until it sits idle for long periods. I am no longer under warranty, so I'd like to hear if someone has any suggestions before I take it in.
General comments?
Saturn of Santa Rosa service has been very helpful while the car was under warranty.
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| Good car for people on a tight budgets |
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| 1996 - SC SC2 1.9 liter DOHC 16v gasoline Sporty reliable car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 24000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 67000 miles |
| Previous car | Saturn SL |
| Date of Entry | 8th October, 2002 |