Saturn Sky Verdict? - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

tysonK · 2006-05-19, 08:29 PM

I love how it looks. 177 HP, RWD, Uses a Broken Social Scene song in commercial, Bilsetin Shocks, cool.

http://www.saturn.com/saturn/vehicles/sky/overview.jsp

And don't just say buy a miata. jesus christ.

Kevin M · 2006-05-19, 08:34 PM

Sky>new MX5 IMO, but it's close. The turbo option makes it a no brainer though, if you're looking for a relatively quick roadster. The MX-5 still has a couple hundred pounds of weight advantage.

tysonK · 2006-05-19, 08:38 PM

What do you mean Turbo option? Turbo the 2.4L that's in the Saturn?

Nick Koan · 2006-05-19, 08:39 PM

Sky Redline will be hotter then all.

Turbocharged direct injection 2.0L Ecotec IIRC. ~250hp I think.

Kevin M · 2006-05-19, 08:40 PM

Yeah, 2.0 ecotec turbo, 260/260 at the crank.

Nick Koan · 2006-05-19, 08:41 PM

just need to buy opel badges like nobody's business

Kevin M · 2006-05-19, 08:41 PM

And I'd still have to see a Sky and Solstice both in person before deciding which one I like better.

tysonK · 2006-05-19, 08:41 PM

Well I don't see those for sale yet? When do they come out? That ecotec engine is badass from what I've seen.

Kevin M · 2006-05-19, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by nKoan

just need to buy opel badges like nobody's business

Werd.

tysonK · 2006-05-19, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by BAN SUVS

And I'd still have to see a Sky and Solstice both in person before deciding which one I like better.

I don't know why but I'd rather drive a Saturn than a Pontiac.

I wonder if the Saturn will be cheaper to insure.

Kevin M · 2006-05-19, 08:45 PM

Roseville has at least one. Reno might too, but their website sucks goatass.

tysonK · 2006-05-19, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by BAN SUVS

Roseville has at least one. Reno might too, but their website sucks goatass.

A turbo sky?

Kevin M · 2006-05-19, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by tysonK

A turbo sky?

No, it's listed at $23k.

tysonK · 2006-05-19, 08:52 PM

On the Saturn site it's listed as a Future Vehicle.

http://www.saturn.com/saturn/vehicle...odelLink=skyrl

Duckie · 2006-05-20, 04:32 AM

The sky>pontiac crap. I have ridden in a sky and they are quick and fairly well put together considering it cost 25k for one. Some people complain about build quality which I just couldn't understand.

SpecB#127 · 2006-05-20, 08:24 AM

I have only seen the Solstice in person (well driving around at least). It was definitely an eye-catcher, but I do not know if I would ever own one. The write-up on the Sky in this month's C/D had a lot of praise for the vehicle.

SlickNick112 · 2006-05-20, 12:01 PM

Solstice is out and for sale and have only seen the Sky on a transport truck one day. Looks very nice in person. Very hot car. Don't like the look of the Solstice as much as the Sky.

sp00ln · 2006-05-20, 03:20 PM

I like... I like... How are the internals on that thing?

Duckie · 2006-05-21, 11:57 AM

From what I have gheard, pretty solid. There was a guy on the lotus board running around in a built one with 280ish horse before he sold it to get an elise.

tysonK · 2006-05-21, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by sp00ln

I like... I like... How are the internals on that thing?

The 2.0 ecotec:

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Turbocharging system

A unique, dual-scroll turbocharger is partnered with an air-to-air intercooling system to provide up to approximately 20 psi (1.25 bar) of power-enhancing boost. The dual-scroll turbocharger delivers nearly instant response, as dual exhaust passages from the engine to the turbine housing guide exhaust gas to the turbine. This reduces lag time, or spool-up, at low rpm.

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An auxiliary oil cooler that is approximately 30 percent smaller than similar-capacity oil coolers used on other engines.

Piston-cooling oil jets spray the underside of each piston with a continuous bath of engine oil, increasing longevity by reducing engine operating temperatures.

Redesigned cylinder head with structural improvements and new multi-layer steel gasket.

New camshafts with optimized lobe profiles.

Enhanced lubrication system to provide for the extra requirements of the camshaft phasers and piston-cooling jets, along with a deeper oil sump to handle the higher potential cornering forces.

http://www.mph-online.com/web/prtranslated/00353

http://www.saturnfans.com/Cars/Futur...ecfuture.shtml

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GM_Ecotec_engine

http://www.gm.com/company/racing/technology/FWDEngine.htm

Kevin M · 2006-05-21, 07:08 PM

Damn, looks like a pretty sweet little lump. And 20 psi from the factory? Dang.

bruspeed · 2006-05-22, 11:05 AM

I have been oogling those cars for awhile now, The Redline will be the most awesome bang for the buck car out there, at least as far as roadsters are concerned. The New Miata can't even compare IMHO, even the Mazdaspeed version.

zpeed · 2006-05-23, 06:29 AM

It's look to big...fat to me. I stick with my dream S2000.

MPREZIV · 2006-05-23, 06:36 AM

I never thought I'd say this, but Saturn FTW! I've had a chance to see them both in person, and the Sky is SO much better looking than the Solstice.

I still want a 6 liter GTO though...

Kevin M · 2006-05-23, 06:44 AM

That motor fits in the sky and solstice...

2006-05-19, 08:34 PM	#2
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	Sky>new MX5 IMO, but it's close. The turbo option makes it a no brainer though, if you're looking for a relatively quick roadster. The MX-5 still has a couple hundred pounds of weight advantage. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2006-05-19, 08:38 PM	#3
tysonK warehouse SECCS Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: SoCal... Posts: 6,253 Car: 04 Evo 99 Cadillac Class: street de le mod	What do you mean Turbo option? Turbo the 2.4L that's in the Saturn? __________________ Anjali? Anjali?

2006-05-19, 08:39 PM	#4
Nick Koan JDM Cowboy Real Name: Nick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Somewhere Posts: 8,642 Car: 2015 Mazda 3	Sky Redline will be hotter then all. Turbocharged direct injection 2.0L Ecotec IIRC. ~250hp I think. __________________ While a standard engine is powered by a belt connected to the crankshaft, a turbo engine runs on its own exhaust steam, making it more energy efficient. -- CNN

2006-05-19, 08:40 PM	#5
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	Yeah, 2.0 ecotec turbo, 260/260 at the crank. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2006-05-19, 08:41 PM	#6
Nick Koan JDM Cowboy Real Name: Nick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Somewhere Posts: 8,642 Car: 2015 Mazda 3	just need to buy opel badges like nobody's business __________________ While a standard engine is powered by a belt connected to the crankshaft, a turbo engine runs on its own exhaust steam, making it more energy efficient. -- CNN

2006-05-19, 08:29 PM	#1
tysonK warehouse SECCS Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: SoCal... Posts: 6,253 Car: 04 Evo 99 Cadillac Class: street de le mod	Saturn Sky Verdict? I love how it looks. 177 HP, RWD, Uses a Broken Social Scene song in commercial, Bilsetin Shocks, cool. http://www.saturn.com/saturn/vehicles/sky/overview.jsp And don't just say buy a miata. jesus christ. __________________ Anjali? Anjali?

2006-05-19, 08:45 PM	#11
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	Roseville has at least one. Reno might too, but their website sucks goatass. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2006-05-19, 08:52 PM	#14
tysonK warehouse SECCS Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: SoCal... Posts: 6,253 Car: 04 Evo 99 Cadillac Class: street de le mod	On the Saturn site it's listed as a Future Vehicle. http://www.saturn.com/saturn/vehicle...odelLink=skyrl __________________ Anjali? Anjali?

2006-05-20, 04:32 AM	#15
Duckie EJ22 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Reno Posts: 309	The sky>pontiac crap. I have ridden in a sky and they are quick and fairly well put together considering it cost 25k for one. Some people complain about build quality which I just couldn't understand. __________________ quack

2006-05-20, 08:24 AM	#16
SpecB#127 EJ18 Real Name: Tom Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 95 Car: 2006 Legacy GT Spec B #127/500	I have only seen the Solstice in person (well driving around at least). It was definitely an eye-catcher, but I do not know if I would ever own one. The write-up on the Sky in this month's C/D had a lot of praise for the vehicle. __________________ Mine: 2006 Legacy GT Spec B #127/500 Hers: 2004 Dodge Durango Limited Ours: 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT

2006-05-20, 12:01 PM	#17
SlickNick112 EJ251 Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 603 Car: '06 Impreza WRX STi Class: Out of class! I don't know how to put this but I'm kind of a big deal. People know me.	Solstice is out and for sale and have only seen the Sky on a transport truck one day. Looks very nice in person. Very hot car. Don't like the look of the Solstice as much as the Sky. __________________ "I feel sorry for people who don't drink. When they wake up in the morning, that's as good as they're going to feel all day. " *~Frank Sinatra*

2006-05-20, 03:20 PM	#18
sp00ln EJ205 Join Date: May 2003 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,196	I like... I like... How are the internals on that thing? __________________ Turbo is a decent with modification.

2006-05-21, 11:57 AM	#19
Duckie EJ22 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Reno Posts: 309	From what I have gheard, pretty solid. There was a guy on the lotus board running around in a built one with 280ish horse before he sold it to get an elise. __________________ quack

2006-05-21, 07:08 PM	#21
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	Damn, looks like a pretty sweet little lump. And 20 psi from the factory? Dang. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2006-05-22, 11:05 AM	#22
bruspeed EJ251 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Sparks Posts: 526 Car: 2005 2.5 rs cgm Class: TDSP	I have been oogling those cars for awhile now, The Redline will be the most awesome bang for the buck car out there, at least as far as roadsters are concerned. The New Miata can't even compare IMHO, even the Mazdaspeed version. __________________ Can anybody fly this thing?

2006-05-23, 06:29 AM	#23
zpeed EJ251 Real Name: Nat S Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Reno, NV USA Posts: 743 Car: 06 S2000 Class: RNP & PDX	It's look to big...fat to me. I stick with my dream S2000.

2006-05-23, 06:36 AM	#24
MPREZIV Token Real Name: Le Stig Afrique? Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: sitting next to a big yellow box Posts: 3,589 Car: 2001 Impreza 2.5 RS Class: 05 TDSP No, I won't work on your car. F your car*	I never thought I'd say this, but Saturn FTW! I've had a chance to see them both in person, and the Sky is SO much better looking than the Solstice. I still want a 6 liter GTO though... __________________ "...these condoms have a topical anesthetic to reduce sensitivity, so you can last longer. What a paradox. You can't feel a thing, but you can f*ck for HOURS..."

2006-05-23, 06:44 AM	#25
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	That motor fits in the sky and solstice... __________________ FWD is the new AWD