Outlook

Paging Al Clapsaddle: Huge Incentives Help Build the Case for One Last Saturn Purchase

Charlie — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:17:48 -0500

Unprecedented discounts on the last remaining Saturns present an enticing case to anyone in the market for a new car, especially if you're a Saturn owner. Al Clapsaddle, senior sales consultant at Saturn/West in Ohio, sent me an intriguing e-mail the other day detailing the laundry list of incentives available until November 30 — some of which are over and above those that were advertised nationally at the beginning of the month.

How To: Changing the Oil in a Saturn Outlook

james — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:04:43 -0500

Here is a step-by-step how-to guide that I put together after changing the oil in my 2009 Saturn Outlook with GM's 3.6L Direct Injection (DI) V6. The procedure should also work for anyone with who owns a GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave, and Chevrolet Traverse. This process worked for me, but I cannot accept any responsibility for the procedure or provide any guarantees.

The Last Saturn Sale

Charlie — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:11:16 -0500

Logo for the last Saturn sale to clear out remaining 2008 and 2009 inventory. At the end of October there was reportedly 9,400 Saturns in stock nationwide.

GM Readies New Ads, Deep Discounts to Clear Remaining Saturn Inventory

Charlie — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:59:26 -0500

Automotive News reports that General Motors is preparing what will likely be one last Saturn advertising campaign in an effort to sell the brand's last remaining 9,400 2008 and 2009 models. Susan Docherty, GM's newly appointed vice president of U.S. sales, told the trade publication that "starting next week, we'll have a print campaign which features that product. In the next 90 days, we'll have cleaned up that inventory. I'm not worried about it at all."

It Could Be Time to Buy a Saturn

Charlie — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:19:15 -0400

Jessica Anderson from Kiplinger's Personal Finance: If you're in the market for a new car, GM's loss could be your gain. Saturn's dealers have until the end of October 2010 to close, now that a deal has fallen through to sell the car line to the Penske Automotive Group. But many showrooms could close by January because inventory is low. That means the sooner you shop, the better your choices.

Report: GM Stopped Production of all Saturns Last Thursday

Charlie — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:32 -0400

David Thomas from Cars.com: Current owners' warranties are still fully backed by GM and will be serviced by other GM brand dealerships — Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC and Buick. As of September 1, Saturn's total inventory was 14,700 units, according to Automotive News data. Saturn representatives say there is an inventory of 12,000 vehicles on dealer lots and in transit.

2010 Saturn Outlook: Specifications and Capacities

Charlie — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:30:43 -0400

2010 Saturn Outlook: Dimensions

Charlie — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:29:09 -0400

Published dimensions indicated are without optional equipment or accessories. Additional accessories or equipment ordered at the customer's request can result in a minor change in these dimensions.

2010 Saturn Outlook: Trailering and Transmission Specifications

Charlie — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:22:41 -0400

Maximum trailer ratings are calculated assuming standard equipped vehicle, driver, and required trailering equipment. The weight of optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. 10% to 15% of the trailer weight is the recommended trailer tongue load.

2010 Saturn Outlook: Wheels

Charlie — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:20:05 -0400