Saturn ION Prices Paid and Buying Experience

scopus

I was looking at them. I couldn't really find what I wanted, '07 ION 3 w/2.4 auto and leather without a sunroof. And I couldn't order because they are stopping production in March. So now I'm leaning more towards the Hyundai Elantra. Seems comparable in size and price to me with the Elantra having a better interior, more standard features and better gas mileage. But that's just my personal opinion. Happy hunting!

rbog

I just test drove an ION 3 Quad Coupe last night, 5 Speed, good car! Since they stopped production on them for this year, I'm trying to get my hands on a black one, but with the sport package, so that it looks similar to the ION Red Line. I'll keep you posted.

helpmefindacar

I am going to look at a 2004 ION tomorrow. Has anyone had problems with their 2004 ION?

Here is the info on it:
Mileage 34,673
Engine 4 Cylinder Gasoline
Transmission 4 Speed Automatic

2004 Saturn Ion ION 2 4dr Sdn Auto - - - Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Tilt Wheel, Remote Keyless Entry, Remote Trunk Release, Cruise Control, Tachometer, Security System, AM/FM Stereo, CD Player, Tinted Glass, Air Conditioning, Bucket Seats, Seats - Reclining, Folding Rear Seat(s), Center Arm Rest, Cloth Seats, Map Pockets, 5 Passenger Seating, Power Mirrors, Full Wheel Covers, Accent Stripes, Console, Cup Holders, Trip Odometer, Reading Lights, Clock, Air Bag - Driver, Air Bag - Passenger, Child Seat Anchors, Rear Shoulder Harness, Traction Control, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Front Disc Brakes, Anti-Lock Brakes, Front Wheel Drive, Child Safety Locks, Intermittent Wipers, Rear Defrost, Window Locks

Do you think $8990 is good for it? Thanks!

seloo

Sounds high! Check the Edmunds site for a good value on this car.

My daughter has a 2003 model, it has been a good car thus far.

Good Luck

helpmefindacar

Thanks! I am just a wondering if I am going to have problems with it as I have read half good and half bad reviews~
Thanks

orbit9090

2007 Saturn ION 2 Sedan 2.2L Auto w\ pref pkg 2. MSRP was $15,825.

Used $1,000 down payment coupon from GMAC lease pull-ahead promotion - which covered the 6% sales tax. Dealer fees were $270. Financed $16,056.

GMAC was offering 0% for 72 months on ION's.
Payment is $223 per month for 72 months. Zero cash down. Zero interest.

When test driving the 2007 ION, found it to be very quiet and smooth riding, noticeably quieter and smoother than our 2007 Toyota Corolla LE automatic, especially when accelerating from a stop. Handling was excellent. The ION's headroom and legroom was impressive for this class of vehicle.

Dealership tried to sell us a bunch of extra profit add-ons, like overpriced warranties and that window etching scam thing, etc...
We just had to keep saying, "No thank you, we are not interested in that."
But so much for Saturn's "no hassle, no haggle" policy, huh?

CarMan@Edmunds

juniata02

Hello - I have a 2004 Saturn Ion 2 Sedan. The lease will be up in August of 2008 (I had a 48 month/12,000 mile per year SmartLease). I am at 47,500 miles now in March, and so I will be over my 48,000 mile limit by the time I turn it in. I was interested in leasing another Saturn (perhaps upgrading to a Saturn Vue). I was just wondering if anyone knew how Saturn was at writing off those extra miles instead of charging for them if I was to lease another Saturn? Besides this, the car is in immaculate condition. I know I would obviously be paying a little bit more a month for the larger vehicle, but I'm fine with this. I just wanted to know if I would get hit with a ton of over milage charges if I stuck with them for my next car as opposed to going to a different dealer. Thanks!