2002 Saturn SC SC2 2 from North America

Summary:

Don't mind, but fear that reliability issues will continue to crop up more and more, though not old

Faults:

Owned car from brand new, problems started around Christmas time 2004.

First the trunk latch broke, $200 repair although replaced same day.

Emblem fell off front of car.

From nowhere the map sensor light came on, another $200 to reset. The car really ran rough until this was repaired.

When tires are worn the car really lets you feel every bump and change on the road.

General Comments:

Not a bad car, does give you some of the sporty features you like, moon roof, leather interior, low to the ground.

But roadnoise and suspension could improve. Very low headroom in car. Anyone approaching 6 ft should avoid. Definitely a girls car, not a guys!!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 9th May, 2005

2002 Saturn SC 1 from North America

Summary:

Poorly designed, even poorer fit and finish.

Faults:

At 55,000 KM axle seals replaced.

At 60,000 KM axle replaced.

At 30,000 KM alternator replaced.

General Comments:

Constant noise from dash, trunk lid, and general body.

Car sometime shifts roughly.

Ignition will lock if steering wheel is not centered.

Fuel pump runs for ad normally long period of time. Asked Saturn dealer and they said that is normal.

Idles rough in colder temperatures.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 4th March, 2005

24th Mar 2005, 09:06

I too own a 2001 SC-2 and I agree with some of what you are saying, however, not with all. I have a noise coming from my dash, and I think it just needs to be tightened.

Yes, it idles rough in the cold, however, if you let it warm up, it runs great.

I have had mine now for 2 years, and it is wonderful, low, but wonderful.

In reply to 24th Mar 2005, 09:06

5th May 2005, 08:20

"I too own a 2001 SC-2 and I agree with some of what you are saying, however, not with all. I have a noise coming from my dash, and I think it just needs to be tightened. "

Dash rattling has gotten worse, Saturn refuses to repair. Also, recently I had a body panel pop off. Saturn says its due to the cold weather.

"Yes, it idles rough in the cold, however, if you let it warm up, it runs great. "

The Rough idle never goes away once it warms up.

Maybe it's too cold where I live.

"I have had mine now for 2 years, and it is wonderful, low, but wonderful."

I guess I have lemon I wish I had a 1983 Omni instead.

12th Sep 2006, 17:13

I have a 2001 Saturn SC2, and they aren't the best cars (my opinion). I have two friends that have the very same cars and they are all in shops right now getting new automatic transmissions. Also if they are wrecked, they are automatically salvaged on the title. Maybe its just odd that our transmissions went out at the same time, but this car has pushed me away from buying another saturn for awhile.

2002 Saturn SC 1 1.9L SOHC L4 from North America

Summary:

This is a good looking, fun to drive, and fairly economical car

Faults:

The Idle Air Control Valve had to be replaced, since it, at times, caused my engine to idle higher than usual.

General Comments:

This car gets great gas mileage on the freeway.

The seats offer firm support.

The polymer panes on the sides of the car help prevent dents.

The power window/mirror controls on the center console is nice.

The automatic transmission makes for average acceleration, yet like many automatics for 4 cylinder engines, is sometimes jerky.

The third door on the driver's side is very useful, whether it be used to load passengers or things. It is also a unique feature that you won't often find on coupes.

The car handles well on the freeway.

You can only fit two people in the back seat, since the center is taken up by a little console that has cup holders.

There are some minor build quality issues, but nothing to be concerned about.

It is noisy during hard acceleration, but quiets down at cruising speed.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 12th September, 2004