Ezra Dyer acquired a neglected 2007 Saturn Sky Red Line with 43,000 miles from his father-in-law Roger, who had purchased it new for less than $30,000 after Dyer suggested it offered "80 percent of the performance for 30 percent of the price" compared to a Dodge Viper.
The Sky had sat unused long enough to develop flat tires, a dead battery, and various maintenance issues. Dyer revived it with a jump pack, air compressor, and fresh fuel. The turbo four-cylinder engine started immediately despite months of dormancy. After replacing the tires with Pirelli P Zeros, getting an alignment, changing the oil, and recharging the A/C, Dyer found the car capable and responsive, with the turbo chirping on upshifts and all 260 horsepower ready to engage.
Dyer noted the Sky's agility, low-slung stance, and eager handling make any drive feel playful. He acknowledged the criticisms that dogged the car when new, including a cheap interior, minimal storage, and poor visibility, but argued these matter less now. The car suffered from the infamous GM ignition-switch recall that caused Roger one random engine shutdown on a back road. Roger replaced the battery by removing the right front fender, which he accidentally damaged in the process. Dyer stands by his original assessment that the Sky Red Line is "huge fun" and performs as a discount alternative to the Viper.