While many people hold up “Christine” as the ultimate Stephen King evil car novel, “From a Buick Eight” is no less gruesome or compelling. It centers around a 1950s Buick that appears to be a portal to another dimension…. more»
Riviera
Feb 15, 2022 • For Sale • 38 Comments
50k Genuine Mile Survivor! 1965 Buick Riviera
When a manufacturer presents a new model to the buying public, there are two approaches they can take. Nowhere is this better demonstrated than with two different vehicles released during the 1960s. When Ford unveiled the Mustang, it saturated… more»
Feb 15, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
No Reserve: 1957 Buick Super Riviera
In keeping with the market trends of the era, Buick’s Super received a completely new body for 1957, replacing one that had only been in production for three model years. Today, it isn’t unusual for manufacturers to extend the… more»
Feb 8, 2022 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Restoration Begun! 1966 Buick Riviera
Every generation of Buick’s unmistakable Riviera brings high style and luxury. This 1966 Buick Riviera in Las Vegas, Nevada represents the debut of the flagship two-door luxury coupe’s second generation. The headlights, visible here, hide behind a handsome horizontal… more»
Dec 23, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
True Survivor: 36k Mile 1976 Buick Riviera
While the late 1970s has been regarded as The Malaise Era, a few good cars emerged from the automotive rubble. This 1976 Buick Riviera could be one of them. It is a one-owner classic that is in remarkable condition… more»
Nov 27, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Basement Survivor: 1971 Buick Riviera
Buick was not afraid of pushing the envelope on styling in the 1960s/1970s. Examples include the “swoopy” looks of the ’68 Skylark, followed by the ’71 “boattail” Riviera, including the seller’s car. Buick had hoped the change in styling… more»
Oct 9, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Boattail Barn Find: 1971 Buick Riviera 455-4
The personal luxury coupe genre is something that doesn’t really exist anymore. Sure, you can get a Bentley Continental or a Rolls-Royce Wraith, but what about us plebeians? Buicks are (very) nice, but they don’t cost as much (or… more»
Oct 7, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Driving 455: 1972 Buick Riviera
The Third Generation Buick Riviera is a range that stands out in the crowd. Colloquially known as the “boat-tail” model, its looks tended to polarize potential buyers. Its radical appearance didn’t help its sales, and the fact that the… more»
Sep 24, 2021 • For Sale • 23 Comments
44k Original Miles: 1963 Buick Riviera
When potential buyers begin their search for a classic car to park in their garage, a vehicle with a long-term ownership history is always reassuring. That generally indicates that the car in question has been treated with respect because… more»
Aug 28, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Original 403: 1978 Buick Riviera
The 1978 model year marked the end of the line for one traditional piece of engineering on the Buick Riviera. Since the badge debuted in the 1963 model year, every Riviera had featured a rear-wheel-drive configuration. From 1979, that… more»
Jul 12, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Supercharged V6: 1998 Buick Riviera
Finding an affordable daily driver that comes with a touch of luxury can be a challenging assignment. However, that appears to be what is on offer with this 1998 Buick Riviera. It presents well, and its supercharged V6 engine… more»
Jun 27, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
25k Original Miles: 1972 Buick Riviera
Some classic cars will blend like a chameleon into the background, while there are others where the styling is so bold and daring that they will stand out a mile away. The 1972 Buick Riviera undoubtedly fits into the… more»
Jun 23, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Sitting Out Back! 1970 Buick Riviera 455
Buick dived into the personal luxury car market in 1963 and immediately struck gold. Perhaps because not only were they luxurious automobiles, but they were also powerful machines with some of the biggest engines that Buick offered. The honeymoon… more»
Jun 17, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Clamshell Barn Find! 1965 Buick Riviera
The Riviera was Buick’s entry into the personal luxury space, something akin to the Ford Thunderbird…but–dare I say–better. It was bigger, had more power, and arguably better styling. The Riviera began as a trim level on Buick’s earlier models… more»
Jun 17, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Boat-tail Field Find: 1972 Buick Riviera
Buick introduced the Riviera as a personal luxury car in 1963 and it remained part of the line-up for the rest of the 20th Century. While most people think of the late 1950s when it comes to unusual styling,… more»
Jun 16, 2021 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Original 425: 1964 Buick Riviera
When Buick decided to dip its toe into the water of the personal luxury car segment, they did it with the Riviera. This experiment was a success, with the Riviera name lingering in the market in various forms until… more»
