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Originally Posted by Sven7
A Saturn seems like an odd place to start from scratch.
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Why is that?
Saturn SL's are very cheap, simple, lightweight, small, and are built with efficiency in mind. The base models have unpainted bumpers to save weight(lol) and cost, manual steering to reduce drag on the engine (makes EOC'ing more safe), and factory installed air dams to improve the underbody aero.
I just passed 170,000 miles in mine and its still going strong. I will admit that it burns more oil than i would like it to, but not much i can do about that unless i decided to pop the heads off and re-ring the pistons. If it were easy, I'd do it.
With very minor aero modifications including grill block, side mirror delete, and body gap filling, I've been able to get over 50mpg in the car with P&G and EOC'ing techniques. With intense aeromodding, I wouldn't doubt cruising along at a sustained 60mph getting 60mpg with this car.