Used 2002 Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Didn't expect much, was pleasantly surprised.
The1who, Des Moines, IA, 06/04/2016
updated 07/04/2017
Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
46 of 47 people found this review helpful
This was my car in college. I thought I could get maybe three years out of it--I kept it for six. It wasn't fast, slick-looking or even very comfortable, bur it ran well when I needed it. I could always start it--even with a nearly dead battery in an icy Wisconsin winter. It wasn't very sporty, but the steering was responsive and fun. The acceleration with the manual was decent for a small engine and it sipped gas. The road noise was harsh at speed and the interior felt cheap, but the engine didn't sound hoarse and the controls were logically-placed. Parts for it were very cheap and easy to replace myself. I sometimes miss the simple, easy to fix Saturn.
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Saturn Fan - Own 3 SC's
RPM, Claremore, OK, 07/23/2015
Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
32 of 33 people found this review helpful
I own a 1995 SC2(180K Miles), a 2002 SC2(153K Miles) and a 2002 SC1(113K Miles). These are quite possibly the greatest economy cars ever built. These cars were so far ahead of their time, it's insane. Back when these cars came out in 1991, GM only had a piece of junk Iron Duke 2.5L 4-cylinder with throttle body injection in their other cars. Saturn was GM's answer to Honda and Toyota. The original Saturn(which were actually 100% Saturn and not made of other GM junk parts) SL's and SC's are just wonderful cars. They are easily the cheapest cars in the world to buy, maintain, drive and fuel. The only thing I have ever had to do to these cars is: You will have to replace a wheel bearing/hub assembly($35 on ebay) at around 135-150K and they will lose the plastic radiators at about 150K($50 on eBay). Other than that, they are 100% bulletproof reliable. All mine are 5-speeds. My 95 SC2 gets 35mpg on the highway. My 02 SC2 gets 36mpg on the highway and my 02 SC1 gets 40mpg on the highway. I highly recommend the 2001-02's for the updated styling and better, more rattle free interiors.
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Sport tuner
patdriskill, 09/21/2008
Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
OK, I'm into customizing cars to sporty tuners. I bought this car to drive to work (60 miles one way). First week I put intake on it and fuel economy jumped from 32 to 36 plus made the "fun" drive even more fun. Second week iput an exhaust on it taking my fuel economy to a shocking 42 mpg. This car is so much fun to drive with the 5 speed, and handles fairly well for stock. I'm 6'2" and sitting in the seats is somewhat uncomfortable, and center console is kinda short. i have a small leak in radiator that i can't find, but besides those small negatives, this car is perfect for driving to work then having fun friday nights.
Worst Experience Ever!
SundayGirl, 07/14/2009
Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
At 53,000 miles my engine blew with no warning. All oil changes and maintenance timely. GM agreed to cover 1/2 of the engine replacement due to low miles. Called back to see if they'd pay more...area mgr called dealership and RESCINDED the offer after the repair was made. We ended up paying 1/2 of repair, but only after much wrangling w/dealership & GM. To top it off, car came home with paint scratched off door and other areas. Other defects: ignition sticks, electrical short in fog lights, wheel bearing replacement. Terrible customer service & biz practices. Last hunk of American-made junk I will ever buy.
Could Have Been Better
consumer1, 11/04/2002
Saturn S-Series SC2 3dr Coupe (1.9L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Already had to replace major parts of the motor. Saturn did not take the time to inform me that there was a recall on the parts and had me pay for them out of pocket. I will NEVER purchase another Saturn product and would probably not even accept one if it was given to me. Nothing worse than getting a "new" car and getting treated like you don't matter anymore b/c your new car is now an "old" car.