1994 Saturn SL SL1 review from North America
"The Saturn SL1 is nice-looking, reliable and inexpensive to service and run"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My seat belt latches run half way through the track and stopped working.
The windows don't stay up all the time. Occasionally I've had to roll them up.
The drivers side seat is ripped at the seam.
There's a patch of rust the size of a quarter on the driver's side rear window.
There are 2 broken rocker arms at about 189000 miles.
Stereo system malfunctioned when I first bought the car, but it was replaced twice with an upgraded system each time for free.
Snake belt is relatively poor quality and the tires aren't in proportion with the body.
General comments?
It has a great turning radius compared to other comparable cars.
The windshield wipers are the best I've ever owned. I still have the original wipers after 6 years.
Maintenance is affordable.
Excellent gas mileage... about 35 miles to the gallon.
The car stars reliably in all weather conditions.
There has been no need of getting snow tires.
I still get remarks from others that the car looks great... it is very shiny has no body rust.
When the car is air conditioned and then turned off, it is still cool in the car. The same goes for the heat.
Great adjustable head rests and excellent storage spaces.
Recommended reviews
| Not a terrible car for the money, but you can probably do better over the long term. |
|
| Actually, I would have to say this car has been about the most reliable one I have owned |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 SOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 11 miles |
| Most recent distance | 189600 miles |
| Previous car | Saturn SL |
| Date of Entry | 21st October, 2002 |