1997 Saturn SC sc1 review from North America
"Saturn---poor quality, do not purchase"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket at 60,000
Total engine replacement at 102000.
General comments?
Would never buy another Saturn again. I changed oil at 3000 miles, checked oil every week, did not abuse the car and was amazed when things started going wrong at 60000 miles. Started with cracked head gasket and ended with a blown engine at 102000 miles. Have heard numerous stories of poor quality--wish I would have known of them prior to purchasing. Have used this knowledge to advise quite a few people not to buy Saturn's. Purchased a Toyota last year and have been pleased. I will never buy a GM product in the future and have advised friends/family to purchase Toyota or Honda.
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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 |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 0 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 0 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 30000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 110000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Bronco |
| Date of Entry | 20th July, 2006 |