Hi everyone, new to the Saturn and from time to time I am sure I will be asking some questions.
Just bought a 97 SL2 1.9 DOHC from my neighbor. They are elderly and just happened upon the car in a conversation. I was in need of another work car (my 97 Altima died at 260K) and was on the topic when he said he would sell me his Saturn. He was not real sure on the year but said it just got the 100K tune up. I hardly ever saw them drive the car, it was a tow car behind their motor home. Anyway I went over to take a look, the car was emaculate inside and out. I could not even see a scratch on the car. He said it has 4 new BFG tires (still had the nubs on them), new alt, battery, plugs, wires, cap and Mobil 1. I popped the hood and it looked like it just came off the floor. I am really interested now. Took it for a drive and found it wasn't a speed demon, probably because the auto trans but was a great fit for driving the 150 mile round trip to work a couple time a week. Of the 100K on the car, Im not even sure the actual driving mileage, since I think towing will turn the odometer even though the car is not running. He sold me the car for $2200 and I didnt argue.

Anything that I should be aware of or preventive maintenance, problems to look out for?

Thanks for reading

 

Miles DO NOT rack up while in tow.

Change the oil every 6K with Mobil-1 in a S car. Do not let it over heat check the water pump for leaks. Also keep an eye on the "radiator" top on the drivers side of the car.