1999 Saturn SL Homecoming Edition SL2 review from North America
"Just your average affordable car with excellent service!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My transmission went out at 80,000 miles because my sister red lined at every acceleration.
General comments?
Most reviews talk about the poor pickup and bad engine. People need to realise, this is not a racecar, it is an affordable gas saver. It speeds up a bit slow, because it is only a 1.9, but if I needed to, I can get up pretty fast. I get over 45 miles to the gallon!
The seats are great, and so is the sound system. My sister didn't treat this car right, so it has some wear and tear. If you don't drive like a maniac, need good gas miliage with a realiable car, this vehicle is for you!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Twin Cam Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 85000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 17th September, 2004 |