1998 Saturn SL SL2 review from North America

My oxygen sensors both went bad about 6 weeks after buying the vehicle.

Sunroof leaks... a lot.

Seats are very comfy, but the leather is starting to 'peel' (that's the only way to describe it) on my passenger seat, despite my upkeep of the leather in the car.

Engine started to make a clinking noise about 60 miles ago, we are getting that looked at.

We have spent almost $3,000 in repairs to the vehicle, despite the dealership telling us there were no problems with the car when we bought it.

Overall, this car is a pretty decent car. I love the way it handles and it is pretty quiet. I do not really like the way the steering wheel is loose when I'm on the freeway. I feel like the car may lose control after I get around 75 mph.

It is pretty good on gas mileage, and I really haven't had to do much upkeep since we repaired it. Just the normal oil changes and tune ups. Drives very well in the snow!

I have noticed that my car goes through brakes like they are nothing, but then again I do a lot of stop and go traffic going through town to go to work. Overall, this is a good car if you want something that will get you to and from. It gets a little uncomfortable for long trips (We went to KY in it, over an 8 hour drive... it was a little uncomfortable by the time we hit the KY line. We had to get out for a while)

I especially love the color of my car--deep purple. I would recommend this car to other consumers, but a word of caution: make sure when you get this car, it has been properly taken care of by the last owner, otherwise you will be in for a big surprise when things start going bad. Also, be sure to keep up on the maintenance of the car!! Who would have known that one little tiny oxygen sensor for my car (in my area) costs $82?