Sky Sportwagon

larry4pyro · 10-24-2006, 12:22 AM

And though EDAG's area was bereft of a physical Sky demonstrator, the display placard wrapped on one of the hall's ubiquitous concrete pillars showed a more compelling application of the company's Kappa-Kap for General Motor's winning little platform. As illustrated here, the 'Sky Sportwagon' exhibits a significantly more attractive profile, with the plunging rearward pillar dovetailing agreeably with the taillamps and bumper cap.....

More at: http://www.autoblog.com/2006/01/16/d...ky-sportwagon/

larry4pyro
VIN: 00187

Kurt · 10-24-2006, 09:56 AM

It looks nice.

Antonio · 10-24-2006, 11:10 AM

Honestly, it makes me want to puke.

Destroys the car

Skystar · 10-24-2006, 11:34 AM

That doesn't show me "a significantly more attractive profile"......to me, the Roadster is much more attractive. Just my opinion.

wt2ga · 10-24-2006, 11:52 AM

I need a better picture to make a decision ..

Slade · 10-24-2006, 12:04 PM

If The sky had a hardtop, I'd like it to be like the Z4 top. or Viper

Mark in INdiana · 10-24-2006, 12:30 PM

I didn't like the top EDAG did for the Solstice and I don't like this one either. It just kills the sporty styling of the car. I don't want a SKY hardtop that invites me to carry a bathtub home from Home Depot! To me, a hard top for the SKY should be of a 'fastback' style similar to a mid 60's Vette, a Cobra Daytona Coupe or even a late 70's Vette hard top with the large lift up glass hatch. The hard top for the SKY should carry over the buttress panel shape from the SKY convertable to the hard tops B pillars to retain the cars exciting side profile.

**JohnD** · 10-24-2006, 12:53 PM

Split-window coupe, stylized for the SKY's lines.

I think the biggest problem with any hardtop is going to be the unusual profile of the side windows - coming down so low in the front by the windshield. It looks okay with a soft top, but put a hard top on that and you get a funky droppy-lookin' front.

Notice that most of the pics of the hardtops - this one included - solve the problem by going with totally different side windows. If the hard top is non-removable then this isn't a problem. But if you plan on popping it off to go with the factory ragtop underneath, I am guessing that you won't want to swap out the side windows...

Dj Mikey Swift · 10-24-2006, 01:32 PM

Barf.....

Mark in INdiana · 10-24-2006, 01:53 PM

My interest in a removable hard top for the SKY is to have the option of using BOTH tops. Hard top on for cold/wet/rainy early spring and late fall then take it off to use the convertable top for the warm part of the year. So the hard top needs to mount easily yet securely.

Knightsky · 10-24-2006, 02:26 PM

Whatever happened to the Sol coupe concept? That was a nice solution to the b-pillar question. It would be nice seeing a sky coupe. It could have a corvette style removable, transparent roof (targa style).

This is a beautiful car as a convertible, I have no doubt that it can be an awesome coupe.

fkeillor · 10-24-2006, 08:25 PM

It looks like they are trying copy a BMW. No thanks, Not for me. Need the wind thru my not so hairy head.

JP@shearerfab · 10-30-2006, 11:32 AM

It looks interesting.

Aggie Sky · 11-01-2006, 12:05 PM

Wow - that is terrible!
Why would I buy a beautiful roadster and to turn it into an 80s honda civic hatchback?

SKYtime · 11-01-2006, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Antonio

Honestly, it makes me want to puke.

Destroys the car

I have to agree. Reminds me of the Chyrsler Crossfire a little too.

Roadsky · 11-01-2006, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aggie Sky

Wow - that is terrible!
Why would I buy a beautiful roadster and to turn it into an 80s honda civic hatchback?

Not my cup of tea, although it would be more bearable without the hatchback portion.

JRinKY · 11-01-2006, 05:58 PM

If my choice is Sky with it, or without it, I would choose without.
If my choice is Sky with it, or my SUV, I would choose Sky with it.

It is, in my eyes, a nicely done European-style GT conversion, and it is the only style hardtop I would consider for the Sky.

larry4pyro · 11-01-2006, 06:19 PM

Here's more info on the hardtop. It's made by EDAG, a German outfit. They are currently taking orders for the Solstice and have a model being developed for the Sky.

Here's the discussion thread from the Solstice Forum:

http://www.solsticeforum.com/forum/s...ad.php?t=23980

Personally, I think the Sky looks much better without it. But if anyone needs a hardtop they might want to look at it.

If you don't want to plow through the discussion at the Solstice Forum, I've attached a pdf file with EDAG's brochure. Note the picture of the Sky at the bottom of the second page.

Regards,

larry4pyro
vin: 00187

HoldHard · 11-14-2006, 05:44 PM

It may not be for everyone, but I've actually SAT IN THE SOLSTICE prototype with the roof in place.

Click Here for my review of the product.

HoldHard

PDLOUNGE · 11-16-2006, 08:12 PM

[quote=jdigiant;123377]Split-window coupe, stylized for the SKY's lines.

Just design it so my Sky will look like a modernized version of a '63 Vette with split window in the back...that I would consider buying.

This top makes my Sky look lke a Mazda 3.

PD

Z 32 · 07-30-2007, 11:55 AM

Avalaible next spring...

Shot at 2007-07-30

southernSKYS · 07-30-2007, 12:53 PM

Thanks, But no thanks. This would make the Sky look like to many other cars out there right now.

horatio · 07-30-2007, 02:53 PM

just make me a rumble seat for parades and I am happy.

I don't like those hard tops.

10-24-2006, 12:22 AM	#1 (permalink)
larry4pyro Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Carlsbad, California Posts: 137 My Photos: (0)	Sky Sportwagon And though EDAG's area was bereft of a physical Sky demonstrator, the display placard wrapped on one of the hall's ubiquitous concrete pillars showed a more compelling application of the company's Kappa-Kap for General Motor's winning little platform. As illustrated here, the 'Sky Sportwagon' exhibits a significantly more attractive profile, with the plunging rearward pillar dovetailing agreeably with the taillamps and bumper cap..... More at: http://www.autoblog.com/2006/01/16/d...ky-sportwagon/ larry4pyro VIN: 00187

10-24-2006, 11:10 AM	#3 (permalink)
Antonio Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: South Plainfield, New Jersey Posts: 1,643 My Photos: (6)	Honestly, it makes me want to puke. Destroys the car __________________ HAD - '07 Redline -292 whp & 327 wtq - SOLD :( HAVE - '02 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 - STOCK....for now http://youtube.com/profile?user=talkaboutblue NASSOA Founding Member

10-24-2006, 11:34 AM	#4 (permalink)
Skystar First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Grovetown, Ga. Posts: 414 My Photos: (0)	That doesn't show me "a significantly more attractive profile"......to me, the Roadster is much more attractive. Just my opinion. __________________ Silver Graphite 2.4L Cloth Interior Manual...Chrome Wheels...Spoiler Deposit...7/25/06 Born.......3/12/07 At home..3/29/07

10-24-2006, 12:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
Mark in INdiana First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: North Central INdiana Posts: 95 My Photos: (0)	What is EDAG thinking? Egads! I didn't like the top EDAG did for the Solstice and I don't like this one either. It just kills the sporty styling of the car. I don't want a SKY hardtop that invites me to carry a bathtub home from Home Depot! To me, a hard top for the SKY should be of a 'fastback' style similar to a mid 60's Vette, a Cobra Daytona Coupe or even a late 70's Vette hard top with the large lift up glass hatch. The hard top for the SKY should carry over the buttress panel shape from the SKY convertable to the hard tops B pillars to retain the cars exciting side profile. __________________ SKY Driver, R-L SKY Redline, 5 Speed Manual Silver Graphite and Chrome Wheels Black & Red Leather Interior CD/MP3 Monsoon & XM Deposit 7/31/2006 Delivered 5/23/2007 (297 days)

10-24-2006, 12:53 PM	#8 (permalink)
JohnD First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: SoCal Posts: 3,475 My Photos: (73)	Split-window coupe, stylized for the SKY's lines. I think the biggest problem with any hardtop is going to be the unusual profile of the side windows - coming down so low in the front by the windshield. It looks okay with a soft top, but put a hard top on that and you get a funky droppy-lookin' front. Notice that most of the pics of the hardtops - this one included - solve the problem by going with totally different side windows. If the hard top is non-removable then this isn't a problem. But if you plan on popping it off to go with the factory ragtop underneath, I am guessing that you won't want to swap out the side windows... __________________ First:"BABY"* Silver Pearl 9 May 06* Then:"SPIRIT"* Black Onyx Red Line 25 Oct 06* Check out My Photos!

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10-24-2006, 09:56 AM	#2 (permalink)
Kurt First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 96 My Photos: (0)	It looks nice.

10-24-2006, 11:52 AM	#5 (permalink)
wt2ga Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SkyLess in Atlanta Posts: 1,912 My Photos: (13)	I need a better picture to make a decision ..

10-24-2006, 12:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
Slade First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: FL Posts: 411 My Photos: (0)	If The sky had a hardtop, I'd like it to be like the Z4 top. or Viper

10-24-2006, 01:32 PM	#9 (permalink)
Dj Mikey Swift Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Las Vegas! Posts: 290 My Photos: (0)	Barf..... __________________ Mikey Swift Yellow, Stick, Black Interior, CD/MP3/MONSOON 20" AR Rogues / Kappashield / Kappa CAI / Lil Chromies Blacked out tailights, brakelight, & emblems! Magnaflow Quad-tip Exhaust www.djmikeyswift.com www.myspace.com/dj_mikeyswift

10-24-2006, 01:53 PM	#10 (permalink)
Mark in INdiana First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: North Central INdiana Posts: 95 My Photos: (0)	Use both tops.......... My interest in a removable hard top for the SKY is to have the option of using BOTH tops. Hard top on for cold/wet/rainy early spring and late fall then take it off to use the convertable top for the warm part of the year. So the hard top needs to mount easily yet securely. __________________ SKY Driver, R-L SKY Redline, 5 Speed Manual Silver Graphite and Chrome Wheels Black & Red Leather Interior CD/MP3 Monsoon & XM Deposit 7/31/2006 Delivered 5/23/2007 (297 days)

10-24-2006, 02:26 PM	#11 (permalink)
Knightsky First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Miami, Fl Posts: 30 My Photos: (0)	Whatever happened to the Sol coupe concept? That was a nice solution to the b-pillar question. It would be nice seeing a sky coupe. It could have a corvette style removable, transparent roof (targa style). This is a beautiful car as a convertible, I have no doubt that it can be an awesome coupe. Last edited by Knightsky : 10-24-2006 at 02:28 PM.

10-24-2006, 08:25 PM	#12 (permalink)
fkeillor First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Auburn, CA Posts: 589 My Photos: (2)	It looks like they are trying copy a BMW. No thanks, Not for me. Need the wind thru my not so hairy head. __________________ Fred & Jane NO BAD DAYS Sunburst Yellow RedLine First 1000 Redline Roberts Etched Wind Restricter West Coast Kappa Car Club Pics of past WCKCC events. http://flickr.com/photos/18280974@N0...7606423653909/

10-30-2006, 11:32 AM	#13 (permalink)
JP@shearerfab Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 10 My Photos: (0)	It looks interesting. __________________ 708whp Colt 10.5@149 @ 30psi.

11-01-2006, 12:05 PM	#14 (permalink)
Aggie Sky First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: League City, TX Posts: 230 My Photos: (0)	Wow - that is terrible! Why would I buy a beautiful roadster and to turn it into an 80s honda civic hatchback? __________________ Red with Black XM Auto LSD Premium Trim Spolier Deposit 04/07/06 Delivered 08/19/06!!! Sky's name: Cayenne

11-01-2006, 05:58 PM	#17 (permalink)
JRinKY Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 1,437 My Photos: (0)	If my choice is Sky with it, or without it, I would choose without. If my choice is Sky with it, or my SUV, I would choose Sky with it. It is, in my eyes, a nicely done European-style GT conversion, and it is the only style hardtop I would consider for the Sky. __________________ John Lexington, KY VIN 00252 2.4 Manual Midnight Blue

11-14-2006, 05:44 PM	#19 (permalink)
HoldHard Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Motor City 'burbs Posts: 363 My Photos: (0)	It may not be for everyone, but I've actually *SAT IN THE SOLSTICE* prototype with the roof in place. Click Here for my review of the product. HoldHard __________________ '07 Sky RedLine *"Bear"* as in "Strong as a..." 09/21/06-Deposit 12/22/06-Delivered Polar White, Tan/Black, Spoiler, 6 Disc Monsoon, Chromes, Two Pedal, Fujita CAI and Hardpipes

11-16-2006, 08:12 PM	#20 (permalink)
PDLOUNGE Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Just outside of Sacramento, CA Posts: 64 My Photos: (0)	[quote=jdigiant;123377]Split-window coupe, stylized for the SKY's lines. Just design it so my Sky will look like a modernized version of a '63 Vette with split window in the back...that I would consider buying. This top makes my Sky look lke a Mazda 3. PD

07-30-2007, 11:55 AM	#21 (permalink)
Z 32 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Belgium (Liège) Posts: 6 My Photos: (0)	Avalaible next spring... Shot at 2007-07-30 Shot at 2007-07-30

07-30-2007, 12:53 PM	#22 (permalink)
southernSKYS Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 163 My Photos: (0)	Thanks, But no thanks. This would make the Sky look like to many other cars out there right now. __________________ Chili Pepper Red R/L In the garage on 06/22/07 18" Chrome wheels Red Calipers and lettering Upgraded Leather 3" Magnaflow quad tip Pioneer AVIC-D3 Nav Backup cam Bluetooth Stubby antenna

07-30-2007, 02:53 PM	#23 (permalink)
horatio Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 96 My Photos: (0)	just make me a rumble seat for parades and I am happy. I don't like those hard tops.