COLMA, CA - SEPTEMBER 30: The sales lot of the closed Saturn of Colma dealership sits empty September 30, 2009 in Colma, California. General Motors announced today that they will close its Saturn brand after negotiations with Penske Automotive to sell the brand fell apart. Getty Images logo Getty Images 5 months ago

COLMA, CA - SEPTEMBER 30: The sales lot of the closed Saturn of Colma dealership sits empty September 30, 2009 in Colma, California. General Motors announced today that they will close its Saturn brand after negotiations with Penske Automotive to sell the brand fell apart.

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