Overall, there have been no problems with this car. We have had only one major problem which was with the piston ring. The dealer replaced but we had to pay for it out of own pocket because the car's warranty was already up. But other than that the car has been totally reliable.
The best thing about Saturn is the dealer service. When we had that engine trouble, the mechanic came in 3 hours before opening to fix our car. We have gone to the dealership for our oil changes and car washes where they are always happy to do that and are always on time. I recommend a Saturn to anybody who wants a reliable safe car with great dealer service to top it off.
Personally, I can't imagine a better car to buy. I have a 1995 SL2, and she is the best little car I've ever had. She has been reliable, fast, GREAT in the snow, comfortable, and the service at the dealership is impeccable. I recommend a Saturn to anyone looking for a car. Like they say in the commercials - "I LOVE MY SATURN!"
I am the proud owner of a 1995 Saturn SL2, 5 speed manual, DOHC. I have to say that it has been the best car I have ever had. The quality of the interior isn't much to brag about, but for the price range the car is in it isn't too bad.
The one comment I mainly wanted to add was that we went to the Saturn dealer in our local area (central KY) and they had terrible service. I even spoke to the store manager and was not treated professionally. Because of this I will not buy another Saturn. Good car or not. Honda and Toyota also make outstanding cars.