CNN calls Sky a "Collector's Car"

Showtyme5 · 01-23-2008, 03:58 PM

Saw this article browsing the business section of CNN today. Pretty interesting.

In your garage today, collector's item tomorrow - Saturn Sky (1) - CNNMoney.com

Showtyme5 · 01-23-2008, 05:25 PM

Is anybody collecting their Sky? I'm planning on purchasing one in the next few months, but it's just something to hold me over until the CTS Coupe comes out. It'll be my daily driver......I never thought to "collect" this car, but am curious as to who is doing so.

**RedHeaded RedLine** · 01-23-2008, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Showtyme5

Is anybody collecting their Sky? I'm planning on purchasing one in the next few months, but it's just something to hold me over until the CTS Coupe comes out. It'll be my daily driver......I never thought to "collect" this car, but am curious as to who is doing so.

We do plan on keeping this car a very long time. Mr. Mallett will see that the car runs after its 'natural' life is over. -mk

**Celt03** · 01-23-2008, 06:14 PM

I had to laugh when a friend was talking to me about what I would be looking to get when I "trade-in in the Sky in a couple of years".
I keep my regular cars around for years - my grocery getter is a '99 GTP and it replaced a '88 Camaro - the GTP will probably be replaced in another year or two with a small hybrid SUV.
I bought the '08 Sky as a "toy" and I intend to keep it a very, very long time.
Hey - after all we still driving a '68 Cougar around.

kwayne · 01-23-2008, 07:17 PM

I've always thought it was going to be a collectable
1) my redline is first year production vehicle
2) limited production run, 1st year less than 5K units
3) styling to stop a bus
4) fun as hell to drive.
BUT, I don't baby it; in 8 months I have almost 10K (s)miles.

**stretch246** · 01-23-2008, 07:54 PM

I plan on keeping mine as a collectors item I drive it only in the summer and not more than 5000 per year. I beleive it will be worth something down the road but I still want to enjoy it.

**reedred** · 01-23-2008, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by kwayne

3) styling to stop a bus

Careful. You really don't want to try to stop a bus with your car. Trust me.

Va_Sky · 01-23-2008, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by reedred

Careful. You really don't want to try to stop a bus with your car. Trust me.

Reed you just don't have any luck around big vehicles do you...

**reedred** · 01-23-2008, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Va_Sky

Reed you just don't have any luck around big vehicles do you...

Nope. I don't have pics from Geo Metro vs. power company cable truck, so you'll have to take my word on that one.

Va_Sky · 01-23-2008, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by reedred

Nope. I don't have pics from Geo Metro vs. power company cable truck, so you'll have to take my word on that one.

Do you some times think that these big trucks are out to get you???

stromo · 01-23-2008, 10:07 PM

Points that could turn the Sky into a classic -great performance, kick-ass looks, and not too many on the road.

Points that could turn the Sky into a dud -poor repair record, cheap & uncomfortable interior, and bazillions of them on the road.

ctyankee · 01-23-2008, 10:30 PM

My favorite line: The Saturn Sky and its close cousin the Pontiac Solstice

gadget · 01-23-2008, 10:43 PM

Poor Repair record well I guess that eliminates the 60's E type Jaguar they spent most of the time getting tuned up

Sports cars frequently have somewhat experimental features some good some bad. It's better if there wasn't a zillion of them made though they become worth more faster.
I typicaly keep my cars for 8 years or longer.If I like em much longer and so far I like this one.

Rick Tinley Park · 01-24-2008, 12:45 PM

Remember the 1953 Corvette was way underpowered, only came in Automatic and the first five didn't even have sideview mirrors!

Try to buy one today...

Ohio Sky · 01-24-2008, 01:21 PM

I plan to keep my Sky for at least 10 years! I only put 3000 miles on her in the first year, and she stays in the garage whenever the roads are the least bit wet/muddy/snowy/salty. I've invested in enough microfiber cloths and bottles of detailing spray to keep her shiny for a long time.

My husband and I have owned (and let go of) a couple of collectibles in the past, and wish we'd kept them. Won't have that regret with the Sky!

WOLFSKY · 01-24-2008, 01:47 PM

I onlly buy a car every ten years or so. So I am definitely keeping her.....I only drve her on the weekends. Other than that, she stays in the garage.

ebonysky · 01-24-2008, 05:43 PM

You have to ask yourself what is "collectable". The mentioned 1953 Corvette is VERY collectable, my (purchased new) 1969 Dodge Charger R/T is very collectable, my 1954 BelAir HDTP (rare power seat and door window's) is collectable, my 1999 59,000 mile like new Mustang 5 spd will NEVER be a collectable car in my opinion. Collectability is in the eye's of the beholder I think. If the Sky's & Solstice have a short production life, and if not too many are built, the KAPPA'S may become "collectable" some day. We have a guy in our area that collect's the camper version of the VW Van! Who knows....

**JohnD** · 01-24-2008, 06:55 PM

Every time I do an upgrade I keep all the original parts because I do think these cars will become classics. Even if they live a long life, there is something special about the early first-year jobs. Like a '53 Corvette or a '67 Camaro, or a '65 Mustang...

All of those were fun, not-overly-expensive, sporty cars - and gorgeous for their day, just like the SKY is today.

**RedHeaded RedLine** · 01-24-2008, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by kwayne

BUT, I don't baby it; in 8 months I have almost 10K (s)miles.

We don't think of it as "racing the car." We look at it more as "building provenance." -J

gadget · 01-24-2008, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnD

Every time I do an upgrade I keep all the original parts because I do think these cars will become classics. Even if they live a long life, there is something special about the early first-year jobs. Like a '53 Corvette or a '67 Camaro, or a '65 Mustang...

All of those were fun, not-overly-expensive, sporty cars - and gorgeous for their day, just like the SKY is today.

I try not to do anything that cannot be reversed to the car and I keep all the parts,books,window stickers and paperwork.

01-23-2008, 03:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
Showtyme5 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 111 My Photos: (0)	CNN calls Sky a "Collector's Car" Saw this article browsing the business section of CNN today. Pretty interesting. In your garage today, collector's item tomorrow - Saturn Sky (1) - CNNMoney.com

01-23-2008, 06:14 PM	#4 (permalink)
Celt03 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,574 My Photos: (6)	I had to laugh when a friend was talking to me about what I would be looking to get when I "trade-in in the Sky in a couple of years". I keep my regular cars around for years - my grocery getter is a '99 GTP and it replaced a '88 Camaro - the GTP will probably be replaced in another year or two with a small hybrid SUV. I bought the '08 Sky as a "toy" and I intend to keep it a very, very long time. Hey - after all we still driving a '68 Cougar around. __________________ "Saffyre" 2008 Midnight Blue RL/Black/Black Leather / 5-spd w/Spoiler Magnaflow 3" Quad tip / Chrome Wheels / On Star / 6 CD XM Monsoon / Splash Guards / GT Antenna / WindRestrictor V2 www.imsaturn.com/profile/Celt

01-23-2008, 07:54 PM	#6 (permalink)
stretch246 First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Millers Falls, Ma Posts: 258 My Photos: (0)	I plan on keeping mine as a collectors item I drive it only in the summer and not more than 5000 per year. I beleive it will be worth something down the road but I still want to enjoy it. __________________ MIDNIGHT BLUE 5 sp B on B Leather Sky Cover Locking Gas Cap Mud Flap Wheel Locks All Weather Floor Mats Highway Emergency Kit Spoiler 6 Disk LIL Chrome Cast Chrome Rims UPSHIELD 3" Magnaflow Quad PASPORT SR7 ZR3 LAZERJAMMER Viper alarm w/proxi sensor

01-23-2008, 10:07 PM	#11 (permalink)
stromo Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ellicott City, Maryland Posts: 76 My Photos: (0)	Points that could turn the Sky into a classic -great performance, kick-ass looks, and not too many on the road. Points that could turn the Sky into a dud -poor repair record, cheap & uncomfortable interior, and bazillions of them on the road. __________________ 2007 RL Graphite / Black leather / magnaflow 3" quad

01-23-2008, 10:30 PM	#12 (permalink)
ctyankee First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 892 My Photos: (0)	My favorite line: The Saturn Sky and its close cousin the Pontiac Solstice __________________ Forest Green Snagged August 23, 2006 Spoiler LSD Manual Black leather and top Chrome wheels 6-disc Monsoon

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01-23-2008, 05:25 PM	#2 (permalink)
Showtyme5 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 111 My Photos: (0)	Is anybody collecting their Sky? I'm planning on purchasing one in the next few months, but it's just something to hold me over until the CTS Coupe comes out. It'll be my daily driver......I never thought to "collect" this car, but am curious as to who is doing so.

01-23-2008, 10:43 PM	#13 (permalink)
gadget Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Westminster,Colorado Posts: 579 My Photos: (0)	Poor Repair record well I guess that eliminates the 60's E type Jaguar they spent most of the time getting tuned up Sports cars frequently have somewhat experimental features some good some bad. It's better if there wasn't a zillion of them made though they become worth more faster. I typicaly keep my cars for 8 years or longer.If I like em much longer and so far I like this one. __________________ '07 2.4 Liter Polar White With Tan Trim L.S. Differential B&G Springs and Dampers,Eibach Stabilizers Dual Filter Fugita CAI SMS BBTB, Vector tune Monsoon Stereo,Six disk changer PDA and 350GB hardrive space for audio

01-24-2008, 12:45 PM	#14 (permalink)
Rick Tinley Park Moderator Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: SW Suburbs of Chicago Posts: 4,819 My Photos: (11)	Remember the 1953 Corvette was way underpowered, only came in Automatic and the first five didn't even have sideview mirrors! Try to buy one today... __________________ Find out about my radio show http://www.anj.westpm.net Founder: www.chicagolandroadsters.com Rick Tinley Park Delivered June 15, 2006 VIN - 3099 Sunburst Yellow Name - Sunni1 IL License # - YLO SKY 1

01-24-2008, 01:21 PM	#15 (permalink)
Ohio Sky Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 94 My Photos: (0)	Collectible? You bet! I plan to keep my Sky for at least 10 years! I only put 3000 miles on her in the first year, and she stays in the garage whenever the roads are the least bit wet/muddy/snowy/salty. I've invested in enough microfiber cloths and bottles of detailing spray to keep her shiny for a long time. My husband and I have owned (and let go of) a couple of collectibles in the past, and wish we'd kept them. Won't have that regret with the Sky! __________________ Ohio Sky & Carmen 2007 Black Onyx Redline Red Leather interior Manual transmission LSD - Spoiler - 18" Chrome wheels 6 disc Monsoon - Stubby antenna - Freeway Blaster Horn Delivered 10/27/06 "Strong enough for a man, but made for a woman!"

01-24-2008, 01:47 PM	#16 (permalink)
WOLFSKY Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sherman Oaks, CA Posts: 363 My Photos: (1)	I onlly buy a car every ten years or so. So I am definitely keeping her.....I only drve her on the weekends. Other than that, she stays in the garage. __________________ 2008 Redline Techno Gray - 5 Speed Black/Red Leather 6-CD/MP3 Magna-Flow Chrome Wheels Chromies Stubby Red Calipers REDLINE Brake Light Overlay Tint Plate: WOLFSKY Deposit: 10/02/07 Born: 11/9/07 Shipped: 11/14/07 Arrived: 11/30/07

01-24-2008, 05:43 PM	#17 (permalink)
ebonysky Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Napa, Calif. Posts: 341 My Photos: (0)	Who knows... You have to ask yourself what is "collectable". The mentioned 1953 Corvette is VERY collectable, my (purchased new) 1969 Dodge Charger R/T is very collectable, my 1954 BelAir HDTP (rare power seat and door window's) is collectable, my 1999 59,000 mile like new Mustang 5 spd will NEVER be a collectable car in my opinion. Collectability is in the eye's of the beholder I think. If the Sky's & Solstice have a short production life, and if not too many are built, the KAPPA'S may become "collectable" some day. We have a guy in our area that collect's the camper version of the VW Van! Who knows.... __________________ WCKCC Member West Coast Kappa Car Club 2007 Sky RL triple black, auto, loaded bone stock an lovin' it. Last edited by ebonysky : 01-24-2008 at 05:53 PM.

01-24-2008, 06:55 PM	#18 (permalink)
JohnD First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: SoCal Posts: 3,477 My Photos: (73)	Every time I do an upgrade I keep all the original parts because I do think these cars will become classics. Even if they live a long life, there is something special about the early first-year jobs. Like a '53 Corvette or a '67 Camaro, or a '65 Mustang... All of those were fun, not-overly-expensive, sporty cars - and gorgeous for their day, just like the SKY is today. __________________ First:"BABY"* Silver Pearl 9 May 06* Then:"SPIRIT"* Black Onyx Red Line 25 Oct 06* Check out My Photos!

01-25-2008, 01:10 AM	#21 (permalink)
Lil GTO First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 710 My Photos: (