I'd have a really difficult time paying $5k for 11-year old basic transportation -- then again, it's all about perspective and what you're accustomed to when purchasing vehicles.
Car and Driver reviewed the L200 and it placed dead last in a comparison test:
"The car for touchy-feely people who just need wheels."
"The Saturn's biggest problem is its lack of passion. The dashboard design is uninspired, the materials look as if they were the cheapest GM could find, and the effect is to render the experience almost totally sterile."
For an alternative, take a look at the Hyundai XG350. The word from Car and Driver again:
"Mini Maybach outside"
"As a comprehensively equipped road glider, the XG350 is thoroughly competent. The structure is tight, the control-arm-front and multilink-rear suspension is compliant, there's little wind or tire noise"
As well, consumer reviews are excellent:
http://www.kbb.com/hyundai/xg350/2004-hyundai-xg350/
Here's one in Lexington that goes up on Monday:
http://www.copart.com/us/Lot/19762895
Yes, there's hail damage. Then again, this is basic, low-cost transportation we're talking about here, and all that matters is you actually arriving at point B. I'd rather do so in a XG350 with some minor dents that cost nothing, versus a Saturn that ran $5k.
It's in Kentucky, so you'll have to go through a broker (another $250). It should go for next to nothing though (pay no attention to the "want it today" price) -- take the trip down 75 and see what it looks like in person.
The best part? Here's the recommended viscosity list, which is quite the rarity in a modern car:
Above -9 F: 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50
Above 32 F: 20W-40, 20W-50
Below 95 F: 5W-30, 5W-40
Think about how much fun you'll have running different oils! Woohoo!