Saturn SC2 Coupe – Saturn was a subsidiary of General Motors founded in 1985. The brand’s 25 years in car production brought a lot of genius to the automobile industry as its first sets of cars were built based on a dedicated Z-Body platform. To create an impact in the market, the brand came up with a no-haggle pricing strategy which got much attention at that time. The dent-resistant plastic body panel and the 1.9-liter four-cylinder engine accompanied by a five-speed manual gearbox that came with S-Series, speak of why the demand exceeded the production capacity at Saturn’s dedicated plant for the first five years.
In an attempt to solidify the popularity of the brand, a rear-access door on the driver side designed to provide easier entry to the backseat was made standard for all coupes from the 1998 model year. Drum brakes replace the rear discs previously available on SC2s and SL2s equipped with ABS. Engine upgrades brought about improved fuel economy and reduced noise, vibration, and emissions. Plastic wheel covers and a new optional alloy wheel design were also part of the upgrades. Saturn was fully integrated into GM’s corporate structure in 2004, using common platforms and drivetrains sourced from GM’s European division Opel. Saturn brand effectively collapsed in 2009 as the deal to sell it off to Penske Corporation by GM met a Waterlow. Seatback as we take a tour of some of the features of the Saturn SC2 Coupe.
The interior Design
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The interior may not be that luxurious but was made simple and elegant. The car can comfortably accommodate four adults. The center console has storage for audio tapes, provisions for a six-disc CD changer, and several cup holders.
The instrument cluster provides useful information with a telltale display. There is an armrest with fore-aft adjustment. The door panels offer additional storage space with a place for a 12-ounce soda can. Horn buttons are located in the center of the steering wheel and the cruise-control buttons are on the spokes. Reduced-force airbags are standard. Seatbelts include buckle and shoulder belt height adjusters that are easy to use. Top tether anchors for child safety seats are standard
The power door locks have a system that won’t let you lock the car with the key in the ignition. The horn complains if you try to lock the car with a door or the trunk lid open. The range of the keyless remote has been increased to 30 feet. Vandals and thieves are thwarted by an alarm that goes off if the doors or trunk are disturbed and an engine that won’t start if the ignition is tampered with.
The exterior design
The mildly wedge-shaped body Saturn SC2 Coupe has some iconic features that can not be swept under the carpet. One of such is the three-door variation, designed to provide easier entry to the backseat. This unique design got a lot of applause even from Saturn rivals. The rear-seat access door is on the driver’s side. The latching mechanism is hidden in the jamb area giving the design a classy look. The three-door arrangement has not in any way changed the outlook of the car which is one good aspect of the design.
The SC2 also featured reflector headlamps, Taillamps, new plastic wheel covers, and a new optional alloy wheel design. It has dent-resistant polymer body panels. With the polymer body panel, the car can not rust.
The Engine and performance
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Under the hood of SC2 is a 100-horsepower 1.9-liter inline four-cylinder engine powering the front wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox. It takes 8.5 seconds for the car to accelerate from 0-60mph.
The SC2 124-horse DOHC variant features noise attenuating internal upgrades and a quiet exhaust system. This modification quells the mid-range clamor that long plagued both engines. This helps bump the twin-cammer EPA mileage numbers to 27city/38 Highway up from 26/36 mpg.
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