1996 Saturn SL sl2 review from North America
"Gets me to work down turnpike every day"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator failed at about 50000 miles. Battery replaced with same type Del co.
General comments?
Wife drove it for first 40000 then myself. I have a heavier foot, but had no problems. I never touched that performance button for the auto trans shifting either. I replaced original tires around 60000 miles with Michelin's. I never rotated originals like I should have.It has been a reliable ride and does not burn oil like other complain about.Performed first oil change at 50 miles.Never went to dealer or anywhere for service.Oil changed every 3000 miles.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 104993 miles |
| Previous car | GMC GMC 1 TON HIGH CUBE VAN |
| Date of Entry | 9th March, 2006 |