Purchased one new in 2009. Still have it. Watch the trunk lid, it can dent very easily if it’s closed at the wrong locations. Avoid pushing down on the “humps”, they’ll dent in no time. Close at the center of the trunk lid and with the palm of your hand. Good luck with the car. Still turns heads all the time.
To fix the pushed in cup holder on the passenger side center console you don't need to take the center console apart. You can just pop out the leather boot around the manual shifter & pull the cup holder out from there. This is how I fixed my Sky with the same issue.
Mine cost around $14000 in the market. It's 2009 with around 70000 millage on it, I bought it 5 years ago with 29000 mileage. I drive it only for pleasure by the beach. It's red color but not red line.
Congrats man, Have fun! Got a Solstice GXP myself and pulling her out of storage in Michigan this Saturday thanks to your video haha it is the best sports car I’ve owned! Get the tune if you havnt yet. 30+ HP.
Just watched this, pretty cool that you found one of these to put on your channel. I had a friend with a Saturn Redline- it was his graduation present and I taught him to drive stick in it. It had a supercharger, not a turbo. The torque steer was out of hand, even with new tires. Cool car, though.
Congrats on getting a redline, I just traded in my 2.4L baseline for a Ruby Red Redline Turbo with only 40k miles. Besides the shortcomings you mentioned and I agree with, what a real joy to drive, what a difference in the upgraded horsepower from 160 to 260. All smiles...
There are some times when I watch your videos JR and say to myself, man I want this kid’s life. This is one of those times. Very cool car. Have fun with it, long as you keep it til the nice weather comes. Great channel.
Driving an Opel GT for 10 years now. Have done some mild remaping, has 320 hp and drives pretty well. Best thing I have done is stiffening the chassis and put in a bar between the rear axle. Now that thing runs the twisty swiss roads but is a bit snappy when the rear gets lose.
Lol you got a gem man. 4K. Lmmfao that’s a straight steal. I hope you put some work in it. I had an all white one with white rims but unfortunately had to sell it. Toughest thing I’ve ever done honestly. Enjoy it!!! Looks nice!
You have to use the opposite hand to do everything that you would do in a average car grab your soda out of the cup holder with your left hand move the windows up and down and door locks with your right hand after you own one it becomes second nature and it's actually very easy to navigate once you've owned it for a short time.... personally I love my Sky I have a base model that is custom turbocharged making almost 500 horsepower
If Saturn had stayed with their 90s formula where they were separate from the rest of GM they would have survived. Unfortunately they just became badge engineered. Bob Lutz wanted Pontiac to turn into a Dodge type of brand where it's all rear drive big engine cars. Basically a modern Olds. Man would I have loved to see that
Once the cupholder is fixed you won't have to stretch to get a drink. On ebay you can get a Santana solid aluminum cupholder - to replace the flimsy GM one. And DDMWorks sells a console that has cupholders in it.
I bought a clean low miles 2008 Red line Turbo with the extra 290 hp and the whole car looks one of a kind. The engine is painted red, the brake caliper covers red and yellow, wheels chromed with red paint accented inside wheel. Chrome look accents that look like corvette side emblem . Makes new cars look dull because the chili pepper red paint is ultra shiny.This car never sees rain. I am asked all the time.What is it? It is a head turner . The sky is an awesome car and fast.
I still love my 2008 blue Sky Redline turbo. Had it out on I 75 today in FL and it still is a hoot to drive. Only 39,800 miles. Drove it from central FL to Cape Cod in 2015 filled with stuff. No problem at all.
Great video! I love mine. As for the top, I added two additional springs on the trunk which will make it spring straight up when you hit the trunk button. Then while still seated, I unlatch the top from the windshield and then throw it back into the trunk. You only have to get out once. BTW, with the top down I got a full set of golf clubs in the trunk...mind you the bag was not super sized. Good luck with the car. I'm sure you'll have fun with it....I do with mine. Cheers!!
Head to zzp for performance parts. They are low cost high quality, and specialize in the lnf, lsj, 3800 parts. I have an lsj(earlier motor in the cobalt ss). You can get 300+ with intake/charge pipe and a tune.
Would consider DDM Works, Performance Auto Werks, RPM Motorsports or Hahn Racecraft as they all are big Solstice/Sky specialists. Not a huge fan of ZZP with my Sky nor when I had my Grand Prix.
@@Robotech04 I've never had a problem with zzp. Muffler insert started to rattle, contacted zzp and they had me send mine in and sent a brand new muffler. This was like a year after I bought it. All their stuff is OEM or aftermarket and good stuff. And definitely cheaper than getting from gm.
I bought a 2007 Solstice GXP with a blown motor. Ordered a third generation ecotec 2 liter with turbo from ZZ performance. The new motor has 10 hp more stock than the original and has a better block, pistons and rods. The previous owner had just installed a Haan racing intercooler, intercooler pipes, and turbo blow off valve. He had also installed a stage 2 GM high performance chip and had the catalytic converter removed. The car also came with new struts, tires clutch and battery as well as a new carbon fiber luggage rack. I even got a brand new set of side windows. The car currently has about 350 hp and goes like a little demon.
I just picked up a mint Redline for $6k with 32k miles on it. Owned by an ex-GM Engineer and it came with Trifecta tune installed! Trust me, get the Trifecta tune (even if you already have the GMPP tune). Feels like a freight train that just keeps pulling!!!
Bought our 2008 Sky Redline with 66k on the clock for $3800 this week too. Had no communication from OBD port to ECM, along with no fuel level, and no crank. Junkyard ECM and a key relearn and it was good to go. Looking forward to your upgrades. K&N intake system on the way for ours since they broke the PCV nipple doing coils and plugs. Custom tuning coming soon too! Fun little cars.
The tune might be only activated if the cruise control button is on. If it’s a trifecta tune, they are configured to either that or the traction control button. This should be the button with the orange light in it on the steering wheel. Took me a month or two to figure mine out, until one day I pushed it and rocket mode engaged😉. Great platform I love my Cobalt SS👍
My girlfriend bought a 2008 Solstice GXP with 40k miles about 4 yrs ago.(from a dealer ,.. No where near the deal you got) The water pump went out the first day she got it. I put a $35 advance auto one on it and it's running great with 110k miles on it now. I raced a C6 corvette 0-80 with it and won by a foot or 2... It's stock and runs a boost of 18 psi. It's a fun car.
Just got myself one! - Congratulations, will follow :) Mine: Black, Redline with the factory spoiler and Magnaflow exhaust for $7500 100k .... It's amazing, so thrilled!!
you should take the two blocks off the trunk lid that push the back of the top down in the trunk, they will cause you to get a tair in the top. They should have made them out of teflon to slide.
I have always been interested in those for a cheap roadster commuter car for the summer. You could always put an LS in there. Hope you keep it for a while.
Stock intervals are good for about 400-450whp as long as you keep the intake temps down and free up the exhaust. Meth injection is almost a must especially if you are going to beat on it.
I also like the Sky better than the Solstice. Check out SOLO for exhaust options. I used them for a G8/GT. I believe they started with a Solstice setup (SOLO / Solstice - something like that). Quality workmanship & great folks to deal with! Good luck
I bought my Redline last year. I added a standard Trifecta tune and boosted it another 90 horsepower. I didn’t have to change the sensors. After that, I felt it has enough power without adding anything else. I also had them send me a tune to burn E47 fuel which would give it another 40-50 horsepower. It’s a fantastic fun car to drive.
When the Solstice came out, dealers here marked them up bad, added $25,000 to the window sticker written in in sharpie. I don't fit in them, but fit in the Fiero fine, which also has like 10X the trunk space.
This is actually a 2008, redline turbos came out in 2008 despite the door sticker saying built in 2007. I have the same thing but red, got it new in 2008 and still running looking good!
I had an '09 Solstice GXP that I loved but I couldn't keep it out of the shop, so get used to that check engine light! If you need to go on a long trip just pack directly into the trunk and behind the seats, forget about bags and you can carry enough for several days.
I was in the right place and time. I just bought an 07 for 2k. 57k miles. It's got a few issues with the roof closing but other than that.. I can't wait to mod a few things
You have more room than you think in the truck with the top down.. you just learn to bring less crap! Also it fits a golf bag, small cooler and shoes perfectly in the truck with the top down also!
I totally agree with you JR, the Sky is by far, way better looking than the Solstice. Especially in the Red Line outfitting. I always wanted the SKY Red Line ever since I saw it new at the Atlanra Auto Show and sat in it.
heads up if you are having issues with the heating and cooling. these cars have a know issue where an air pocket will get trapped in coolant line/heater core. there is a fix but the check valves are hard getting hard to find. this is an easy fix to do at home in your driveway no need to let the deal gouge you on labor. i had this problem with mine but was show high engine temps. it's sad to think how many of these cars died from overheat issues when it was such a simple fix. here is the link to the fix. www.crateenginedepot.com/pdfs/20876185.pdf
Kudos on this 👍 I've actually wanted one of these cars since GM first debuted the concept in 2005 😁 It's really hard to find one of these in my area that hasn't been ragged or has really high miles (or both)
They Sky always looked so much better than the Solstice. It was like they saw Sin City and said, "Electric razor? We can make the Solstice look like that!"
I bought the Solstice when it came out in 2006. Before they added turbo to these motors, with the bad differential, bad coil packs, and engine blew at 96k. Miss that car though.
Congrats on a very good deal. That gal must like you! I've owned my Sky (converted to an OpelGT) for two years and love it. Thanks for the tip on resetting the heater/air-conditioner. Yeah. You can purchase a 2018 convertible Camaro with the same engine for 35K. And basically you have the same car - something unique - for only 4K.
Love the body on those Skys! Always wanted to drive one. If you want a less flashy but better ragtop with nearly identical equipment and more practicality, grab a 05-06 SAAB 9-3 2.0T Manual Convertible and flash stage 1 on it. Those were the best years for that 2.0T, or get an 08-09 Aero with the awesome 2.8T. SAAB verts are amazing cars with a lot for the going price. The 07+ year 2.0T's are good but you may have to deal with replacing the faulty intake valves supplied by GM during that era. 08+ body style is classier too. Yours being RWD is definitely more fun.
I have a chance to buy 1 of these from a guy @ work... He has not given me a price yet... 2007 / White REDLINE . 140,000 miles. Thanks for the info, you helped me out....
If I had to guess.. High in the weekend category, maybe 24. Very low in the daily category (poor ergonomics, reasonable quality, 1 in practicality) maybe 15. Bringing the total Doug score tooooo 39. @Doug Demuro
Engine light on? I got same issue and it was just a small issue that happens when you move from a cold state to a warm state or humid state. It costed me around $60 bucks to fix it. And no more engine light on 😊
I worked at Saturn when the sky first came out. I remember they had a waiting list of people who wanted them. I only got to drive it in the service drive thru. I remember being able to let out the clutch without throttle because it was geared so low and was so light.
Roadster for the summer! It looks great, congrats! AdamLZ just turboed his mom’s Solstice which I think is the same platform. Edit: just got to the point in the video where you said it’s a shared platform with that Solstice.
@WatchJRGo You have some unneeded steps in putting the top down :-) . Hit the switch, flip the latch THEN get out of the car and do the rest. If you do the add-a-spring mod to the trunk you hit the button and the trunk will go up on it's own and you could throw the top down from the driver's seat :-) . If it has the dealer installed GMPP tune I think the MAP sensor would have a blue label on it. Would have to google to be sure. Oh, the arm cross over you do for the power windows is also helpful method for the center cup holder :-) Anyway came across your videos when you got the EXP (always wanted to get one of those and swap in a Vulcan 3.0L from a donor Tempo/Topaz) Now that you have the Sky, I subscribed and look fwd to what you do to it
If it is making 18psi then it is most likely gm stage 1 which is new map sensors and a ecu flash that turns the boost up. Its lower than that factory like 15 psi I think. Can't remember exactly as my cobalt came with gm stage 1 when I bought it. Had zzp tune and turned up the boost to 22psi and it screamed. Btw with just the gm stage 1 kit it should already make 290hp with a tune.
Do yourself a favor. Pull the valve cover and CHECK THE TIMING CHAIN! The GM eco tec series 2.0t, 2.2, and 2.4 love to break the longest, fixed timing guide. The chain then goes slack and eats up everything in the timing case. By the time it's making noise, it's usually too late. All the hardware in the timing case will need to be replaced. The job isn't hard or expensive. The only issue is that nobody sells all the replacement sprockets for the forced induction engines except the dealer.
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@@Formulabruce I can help you understand basic grammar, I didnt say the ugliest, I said one of the ugliest.... I know words are hard but try to understand.
@@HenryMulder53 The Opel Speedster is an entirely different car the only thing those two have in common is the styling. The Speedster is mid-engined and based on the platform of an Lotus Elise. The GT has a front-mid engine layout and is a badge engineered variant of the GM car shown in the video. Two entirely different things
@@robertschneider8808 I'm aware of that Robert. As far as I know the Opel GT, it was from the '70s and indeed front-mid engine. Also called the poor mans Corvette (C3) It was my dream car those days but way too expensive for me. Nowadays I fulfilled my dream and I own a '93 C4 Corvette.
How does the '07 Sky Redline compare to the '09 Sky Redline? I am looking to buy an '09 Saturn Sky Redline for a roadster but also the novelty / nostalgia.
I still cant believe you was so close to my house. I would have loved if you had the time to do a meet and greet. I would have been the first one their. To me the car seems a lot like the Fiero in size and drive ability. I could be wrong but that's what it looks like to me. the only difference is the motor placement.
JR, Look at the speaker behind the pass side seat! ( If it has bose) Also, the Asin Transmission shifter knob isnt too strong of an item. The Solstice RACES the miata in the SSB class of the SCCA, and Literally can LAP them due to the 50/50 and cornering. These cars were built on giant square air bags in Delaware. Door handles are WEAK, but same as a Cobalt / Cavalier.
I do have the sub behind the passenger seat, (technically the Monsoon system) still need to check to see if it has the 6 disc changer. The shift knob is junk and rattles at low speeds! 🤙
Wondering if you have any advice for the trunk being high on one side at the top? Mine is high on the passenger side and low on the drivers side. Is there an adjustment that I can make to bring the trunk lid level? Any help you can give me will be much appreciated.
Man, exotics on youtube are a dime a dozen. These are the buys that make interesting channels. Nice work again.
I think we just see a lot of them, but I have fun with this stuff! Thanks 🍻
Purchased one new in 2009. Still have it. Watch the trunk lid, it can dent very easily if it’s closed at the wrong locations. Avoid pushing down on the “humps”, they’ll dent in no time. Close at the center of the trunk lid and with the palm of your hand. Good luck with the car. Still turns heads all the time.
To fix the pushed in cup holder on the passenger side center console you don't need to take the center console apart. You can just pop out the leather boot around the manual shifter & pull the cup holder out from there. This is how I fixed my Sky with the same issue.
I can never find a Sky for less than $10,000 and everyone on youtube says, "Look at this Sky Redline I bought for $4000".
Theres one in my area 3500
same. i could afford 6.5k but they all want upwards of 20k around here
@@CaffeinatedFrostbite I'm in pa ul. Be surprised there's alot for sale around here
Mine cost around $14000 in the market. It's 2009 with around 70000 millage on it, I bought it 5 years ago with 29000 mileage. I drive it only for pleasure by the beach. It's red color but not red line.
@@CptGQ pleasure?
08:58 - I think she wants to go home.
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electronic fuel unjection
Insane price for that car, especially in 2024.
I wish cars like these were still made. Looks cool, makes excellent power and the top goes down.
Congrats man, Have fun! Got a Solstice GXP myself and pulling her out of storage in Michigan this Saturday thanks to your video haha it is the best sports car I’ve owned! Get the tune if you havnt yet. 30+ HP.
Just watched this, pretty cool that you found one of these to put on your channel. I had a friend with a Saturn Redline- it was his graduation present and I taught him to drive stick in it. It had a supercharger, not a turbo. The torque steer was out of hand, even with new tires. Cool car, though.
I like these cars my mom is seven years old. Owns one from new. She actually drives it fast. We hit the red line really impressed with his car.
Congrats on getting a redline, I just traded in my 2.4L baseline for a Ruby Red Redline Turbo with only 40k miles. Besides the shortcomings you mentioned and I agree with, what a real joy to drive, what a difference in the upgraded horsepower from 160 to 260. All smiles...
Herb H Trifecta Tune has a $200 tune that will bump you up to 320hp and 345 Ft/lb torque
@@sniperking1990 Thanks for the tip sir.
There are some times when I watch your videos JR and say to myself, man I want this kid’s life. This is one of those times. Very cool car. Have fun with it, long as you keep it til the nice weather comes. Great channel.
Driving an Opel GT for 10 years now. Have done some mild remaping, has 320 hp and drives pretty well. Best thing I have done is stiffening the chassis and put in a bar between the rear axle. Now that thing runs the twisty swiss roads but is a bit snappy when the rear gets lose.
Lol you got a gem man. 4K. Lmmfao that’s a straight steal. I hope you put some work in it. I had an all white one with white rims but unfortunately had to sell it. Toughest thing I’ve ever done honestly. Enjoy it!!! Looks nice!
You have to use the opposite hand to do everything that you would do in a average car grab your soda out of the cup holder with your left hand move the windows up and down and door locks with your right hand after you own one it becomes second nature and it's actually very easy to navigate once you've owned it for a short time.... personally I love my Sky I have a base model that is custom turbocharged making almost 500 horsepower
Very cool cars, sucks that Saturn and Pontiac are no longer around.
No doubt, so many fun cars are gone now 🍻
If hummer was still around it would be killing it
Pontiac yes, Saturn.....eh they were badge engineered cheap cars from GM Europe. Not the worst by any means
If Saturn had stayed with their 90s formula where they were separate from the rest of GM they would have survived. Unfortunately they just became badge engineered.
Bob Lutz wanted Pontiac to turn into a Dodge type of brand where it's all rear drive big engine cars. Basically a modern Olds. Man would I have loved to see that
@@lotusjaggarage2989 Hummer would’ve failed
Once the cupholder is fixed you won't have to stretch to get a drink. On ebay you can get a Santana solid aluminum cupholder - to replace the flimsy GM one. And DDMWorks sells a console that has cupholders in it.
I bought a clean low miles 2008 Red line Turbo with the extra 290 hp and the whole car looks one of a kind. The engine is painted red, the brake caliper covers red and yellow, wheels chromed with red paint accented inside wheel. Chrome look accents that look like corvette side emblem . Makes new cars look dull because the chili pepper red paint is ultra shiny.This car never sees rain. I am asked all the time.What is it? It is a head turner . The sky is an awesome car and fast.
I still love my 2008 blue Sky Redline turbo. Had it out on I 75 today in FL and it still is a hoot to drive. Only 39,800 miles. Drove it from central FL to Cape Cod in 2015 filled with stuff. No problem at all.
Great video! I love mine. As for the top, I added two additional springs on the trunk which will make it spring straight up when you hit the trunk button. Then while still seated, I unlatch the top from the windshield and then throw it back into the trunk. You only have to get out once. BTW, with the top down I got a full set of golf clubs in the trunk...mind you the bag was not super sized. Good luck with the car. I'm sure you'll have fun with it....I do with mine. Cheers!!
Head to zzp for performance parts. They are low cost high quality, and specialize in the lnf, lsj, 3800 parts. I have an lsj(earlier motor in the cobalt ss). You can get 300+ with intake/charge pipe and a tune.
Yup, I’ve used them for 3800 stuff before. Always quality! 🍻
Can confirm. Tune and downpipe on lnf kappa platform is just a tad over 300whp
Would consider DDM Works, Performance Auto Werks, RPM Motorsports or Hahn Racecraft as they all are big Solstice/Sky specialists. Not a huge fan of ZZP with my Sky nor when I had my Grand Prix.
@@Robotech04 I've never had a problem with zzp. Muffler insert started to rattle, contacted zzp and they had me send mine in and sent a brand new muffler. This was like a year after I bought it. All their stuff is OEM or aftermarket and good stuff. And definitely cheaper than getting from gm.
I bought a 2007 Solstice GXP with a blown motor. Ordered a third generation ecotec 2 liter with turbo from ZZ performance. The new motor has 10 hp more stock than the original and has a better block, pistons and rods. The previous owner had just installed a Haan racing intercooler, intercooler pipes, and turbo blow off valve. He had also installed a stage 2 GM high performance chip and had the catalytic converter removed. The car also came with new struts, tires clutch and battery as well as a new carbon fiber luggage rack. I even got a brand new set of side windows. The car currently has about 350 hp and goes like a little demon.
I just picked up a mint Redline for $6k with 32k miles on it. Owned by an ex-GM Engineer and it came with Trifecta tune installed! Trust me, get the Trifecta tune (even if you already have the GMPP tune). Feels like a freight train that just keeps pulling!!!
How did you get it for 6k? No way with that mileage.
@@ibetwiththegoat4222 That was 4-5 years ago and pre-rona elevated pricing. Same car is probably 12-14k these days.
Bought our 2008 Sky Redline with 66k on the clock for $3800 this week too. Had no communication from OBD port to ECM, along with no fuel level, and no crank. Junkyard ECM and a key relearn and it was good to go. Looking forward to your upgrades. K&N intake system on the way for ours since they broke the PCV nipple doing coils and plugs. Custom tuning coming soon too! Fun little cars.
Man those things are going for a 15-20,000 you got a steal
@@BobbyM7847yeah what the hell, the base Saturn Sky is going for $10k minimum now
you know what JR. you are totally nailing it with these car purchases.
My father has one of those. 2008 silver redline. I'll be following this build for sure.
All I know is that we should be "Watching JR Propose" to that wonderful Amberghini. Congrats on the Redline - nice get.
You find the most unusual and interesting vehicles! How refreshing!
The tune might be only activated if the cruise control button is on. If it’s a trifecta tune, they are configured to either that or the traction control button. This should be the button with the orange light in it on the steering wheel. Took me a month or two to figure mine out, until one day I pushed it and rocket mode engaged😉. Great platform I love my Cobalt SS👍
My girlfriend bought a 2008 Solstice GXP with 40k miles about 4 yrs ago.(from a dealer ,.. No where near the deal you got) The water pump went out the first day she got it. I put a $35 advance auto one on it and it's running great with 110k miles on it now. I raced a C6 corvette 0-80 with it and won by a foot or 2... It's stock and runs a boost of 18 psi. It's a fun car.
Just got myself one! - Congratulations, will follow :)
Mine: Black, Redline with the factory spoiler and Magnaflow exhaust for $7500 100k .... It's amazing, so thrilled!!
you should take the two blocks off the trunk lid that push the back of the top down in the trunk, they will cause you to get a tair in the top. They should have made them out of teflon to slide.
I have always been interested in those for a cheap roadster commuter car for the summer. You could always put an LS in there. Hope you keep it for a while.
Nice score. You have quite a cool fleet going on
Very nice Video ... Enjoyed the detailed description and specs for the car... Thank you.
Stock intervals are good for about 400-450whp as long as you keep the intake temps down and free up the exhaust. Meth injection is almost a must especially if you are going to beat on it.
I also like the Sky better than the Solstice. Check out SOLO for exhaust options. I used them for a G8/GT. I believe they started with a Solstice setup (SOLO / Solstice - something like that). Quality workmanship & great folks to deal with! Good luck
I bought my Redline last year. I added a standard Trifecta tune and boosted it another 90 horsepower. I didn’t have to change the sensors. After that, I felt it has enough power without adding anything else. I also had them send me a tune to burn E47 fuel which would give it another 40-50 horsepower. It’s a fantastic fun car to drive.
Danny where can I purchase that Trifecta tune?
If you have boost over 20 psi with your tune then your had new sensors put it.
Those are cool cars. I always wanted a solstice .
When the Solstice came out, dealers here marked them up bad, added $25,000 to the window sticker written in in sharpie. I don't fit in them, but fit in the Fiero fine, which also has like 10X the trunk space.
Nice. The top operation is definitely a flashback to my Buick Reatta Conv, not much else similar though
This is actually a 2008, redline turbos came out in 2008 despite the door sticker saying built in 2007. I have the same thing but red, got it new in 2008 and still running looking good!
Sweet car makes me miss my MR2. Tried that restaurant Local Lime in Rogers. It was really good.
I've always wanted a solstice
I had an '09 Solstice GXP that I loved but I couldn't keep it out of the shop, so get used to that check engine light! If you need to go on a long trip just pack directly into the trunk and behind the seats, forget about bags and you can carry enough for several days.
When I was a kid my favorite Hotwheels car (Hotwheels original design) looks so much like the Sky. Hopefully they are still around when I can get one.
Saturn went or if business in about 2013 or so. Nit saying you couldnt find a nice example of thw car.
I was in the right place and time. I just bought an 07 for 2k. 57k miles. It's got a few issues with the roof closing but other than that.. I can't wait to mod a few things
You have more room than you think in the truck with the top down.. you just learn to bring less crap! Also it fits a golf bag, small cooler and shoes perfectly in the truck with the top down also!
I totally agree with you JR, the Sky is by far, way better looking than the Solstice. Especially in the Red Line outfitting. I always wanted the SKY Red Line ever since I saw it new at the Atlanra Auto Show and sat in it.
1:11 What kind of Jeep did she get that is faster than the Redline?
Probably a Trackhawk.
Well any of them since they are automatics!
@@hansbrix2495 if you can't outrun a Jeep in a manual redline you're just a shitty driver.
I would love one of them redlines, the only negative for me is convertible. Love my cobalt, and I am sure id like that sky as well.
Trifecta performance is the way to go imo, email tune really wakes it up.. boost to 21 psi.. throttle response amazing
Nice video and great buy! But you know 4k was the friend hookup price..
heads up if you are having issues with the heating and cooling.
these cars have a know issue where an air pocket will get trapped in coolant line/heater core.
there is a fix but the check valves are hard getting hard to find.
this is an easy fix to do at home in your driveway no need to let the deal gouge you on labor.
i had this problem with mine but was show high engine temps.
it's sad to think how many of these cars died from overheat issues when it was such a simple fix.
here is the link to the fix.
www.crateenginedepot.com/pdfs/20876185.pdf
We don't have them here. Looks like a fun affordable performance car. Well done!
Kudos on this 👍 I've actually wanted one of these cars since GM first debuted the concept in 2005 😁 It's really hard to find one of these in my area that hasn't been ragged or has really high miles (or both)
They Sky always looked so much better than the Solstice. It was like they saw Sin City and said, "Electric razor? We can make the Solstice look like that!"
I bought the Solstice when it came out in 2006. Before they added turbo to these motors, with the bad differential, bad coil packs, and engine blew at 96k. Miss that car though.
Congrats on a very good deal. That gal must like you! I've owned my Sky (converted to an OpelGT) for two years and love it. Thanks for the tip on resetting the heater/air-conditioner. Yeah. You can purchase a 2018 convertible Camaro with the same engine for 35K. And basically you have the same car - something unique - for only 4K.
Love the body on those Skys! Always wanted to drive one.
If you want a less flashy but better ragtop with nearly identical equipment and more practicality, grab a 05-06 SAAB 9-3 2.0T Manual Convertible and flash stage 1 on it. Those were the best years for that 2.0T, or get an 08-09 Aero with the awesome 2.8T. SAAB verts are amazing cars with a lot for the going price. The 07+ year 2.0T's are good but you may have to deal with replacing the faulty intake valves supplied by GM during that era. 08+ body style is classier too.
Yours being RWD is definitely more fun.
Best part about the SAAB: One button automatic top with no leaks, still, on my 05.
I have a chance to buy 1 of these from a guy @ work... He has not given me a price yet... 2007 / White REDLINE . 140,000 miles. Thanks for the info, you helped me out....
Ya but whats the Dougscore on the Redline?
If I had to guess.. High in the weekend category, maybe 24. Very low in the daily category (poor ergonomics, reasonable quality, 1 in practicality) maybe 15. Bringing the total Doug score tooooo 39. @Doug Demuro
@@WatchJRGo haha good job!
Good luck with that check engine light. I have a Solstice. Fun car to drive. :)
Engine light on? I got same issue and it was just a small issue that happens when you move from a cold state to a warm state or humid state. It costed me around $60 bucks to fix it. And no more engine light on 😊
I want to get one so bad, such a fun, cheap, little car that people tend to forget about
Please do a diagnosis about the ac. good trick with holding the buttons
I worked at Saturn when the sky first came out. I remember they had a waiting list of people who wanted them. I only got to drive it in the service drive thru. I remember being able to let out the clutch without throttle because it was geared so low and was so light.
They didn't put a stick in the red line?????????
Very cool. Those cars are tons of fun!
Thank you. I had no clue, this little car, was that quick.
I almost bought new but they didn't have any on the lot and couldn't wait for delivery or buying a car I haven't test ride . I regret not buying one .
I’m sad I didn’t watch your videos sooner, I’m from Rogers just north of Fayetteville I’d say hi to ya
Roadster for the summer! It looks great, congrats! AdamLZ just turboed his mom’s Solstice which I think is the same platform.
Edit: just got to the point in the video where you said it’s a shared platform with that Solstice.
@WatchJRGo You have some unneeded steps in putting the top down :-) . Hit the switch, flip the latch THEN get out of the car and do the rest. If you do the add-a-spring mod to the trunk you hit the button and the trunk will go up on it's own and you could throw the top down from the driver's seat :-) . If it has the dealer installed GMPP tune I think the MAP sensor would have a blue label on it. Would have to google to be sure. Oh, the arm cross over you do for the power windows is also helpful method for the center cup holder :-)
Anyway came across your videos when you got the EXP (always wanted to get one of those and swap in a Vulcan 3.0L from a donor Tempo/Topaz) Now that you have the Sky, I subscribed and look fwd to what you do to it
I love these. I think the obvious easy answer here is LS swap but it will be interesting to see what you can do with the ECOTech
Does it really count as "cheapest" if you know the person? I bought the cheapest Corvette in the world from my friend for $20 when he blew the engine.
They had it listed on FB before I jumped in, I thought it would've already been gone! 🍻
@@WatchJRGo bullshit
Have you had to replace the blend door actuator before? I can't find a video that shows where, exactly, it is or how to replace it.
wondering why the check engine light is on🤔
Didn't know that about the top and trunk. A real disadvantage compared to a Miata. A great find and great buy though. An excellent engine!
If it is making 18psi then it is most likely gm stage 1 which is new map sensors and a ecu flash that turns the boost up. Its lower than that factory like 15 psi I think. Can't remember exactly as my cobalt came with gm stage 1 when I bought it. Had zzp tune and turned up the boost to 22psi and it screamed. Btw with just the gm stage 1 kit it should already make 290hp with a tune.
Oh man! That’s a beautiful ride!
Very good deal you did.
I’m looking for a deal like you made hehehe
I went to college at the U. of A. in Fayetteville. Born and raised in Little Rock, AR. I bet you enjoyed the drive up to Northwest Arkansas?
I had about 21 pounds of boost on my HHR SS. Do the CRC intake cleaning makes a big difference. Mine made 300WHP 315 TQ with just a dyno tune.
Do yourself a favor. Pull the valve cover and CHECK THE TIMING CHAIN! The GM eco tec series 2.0t, 2.2, and 2.4 love to break the longest, fixed timing guide. The chain then goes slack and eats up everything in the timing case. By the time it's making noise, it's usually too late. All the hardware in the timing case will need to be replaced. The job isn't hard or expensive. The only issue is that nobody sells all the replacement sprockets for the forced induction engines except the dealer.
The Sky is such a better looking car over the Pontiac. I cant fit in one but 4 grand is mint.
💯 I completely agree, never really liked the round bumpers on the Solstice
@@WatchJRGo The Solstice was Born on TV show> "The Apprentice" , the Sky was not made in 06... the first year. I do like the back end of the Sky.
@ You are wrong, and I can help . Does the word AZTEK mean anything to you?
@@Formulabruce I can help you understand basic grammar, I didnt say the ugliest, I said one of the ugliest.... I know words are hard but try to understand.
Oof. Feels bad
I have a 2009 Pontiac Solstice Gxp and mine is the best sports car I’ve ever owned
Try a Mazda MX-5 or better still, a Lotus Elise
I love it! I always wanted one of these, I sat in one at an auto show once and I was too big for it sadly.
Do not push the trunk down from either of the bolsters. you WILL dent them. it was an issue with both the Solstice and the Sky
What a difference a year makes! I still think you need to LS swap that thing if you haven't sold it.
Here in Sweden it´s called Opel GT
Yes it is! I’ve driven the old Opel GT, love that car 😎
Vanilla 7:00
Older models of this car were sold as Opel Speedster with a 2.2 L. or a 2.0 Turbo engine
@@HenryMulder53 The Opel Speedster is an entirely different car the only thing those two have in common is the styling.
The Speedster is mid-engined and based on the platform of an Lotus Elise. The GT has a front-mid engine layout and is a badge engineered variant of the GM car shown in the video. Two entirely different things
@@robertschneider8808 I'm aware of that Robert. As far as I know the Opel GT, it was from the '70s and indeed front-mid engine. Also called the poor mans Corvette (C3) It was my dream car those days but way too expensive for me. Nowadays I fulfilled my dream and I own a '93 C4 Corvette.
I'm 6ft3, so I'd have to get 2 of them... One for each foot... Looks crazy fun though
How does the '07 Sky Redline compare to the '09 Sky Redline? I am looking to buy an '09 Saturn Sky Redline for a roadster but also the novelty / nostalgia.
If you install the heavy/thick sway bars and the probeam/chassis/frame/reinforcement from DDMWorks the car won't jump around when hitting potholes.
I still cant believe you was so close to my house. I would have loved if you had the time to do a meet and greet. I would have been the first one their. To me the car seems a lot like the Fiero in size and drive ability. I could be wrong but that's what it looks like to me. the only difference is the motor placement.
Had bought mine for 7000 35k miles or so. Got rear ended and totaled at 100k miles. Insurance payed out 7500 for the total.
That 06 Yellow mustang though ❤️
Love it, thinking of getting that for my next fun car
Aftermarket turbo upgrade.... best bang for the buck
So please ask Tyler if you can do this drag race his cars (including the Phantom ) and then your car's that would be the best car youtuber collab ever
Amberghini looks soooo excited
JR, Look at the speaker behind the pass side seat! ( If it has bose) Also, the Asin Transmission shifter knob isnt too strong of an item. The Solstice RACES the miata in the SSB class of the SCCA, and Literally can LAP them due to the 50/50 and cornering. These cars were built on giant square air bags in Delaware. Door handles are WEAK, but same as a Cobalt / Cavalier.
I do have the sub behind the passenger seat, (technically the Monsoon system) still need to check to see if it has the 6 disc changer. The shift knob is junk and rattles at low speeds! 🤙
Wondering if you have any advice for the trunk being high on one side at the top? Mine is high on the passenger side and low on the drivers side. Is there an adjustment that I can make to bring the trunk lid level? Any help you can give me will be much appreciated.