Vehicle Description
This 1985 Buick Riviera is a nicely preserved reminder of why we
love individual luxury cruisers. With V8 power, a luxury A/C
interior, overdrive transmission, and a fully independent
suspension, you can cruise in vintage style and comfort for quite
an affordable price.
We believe the white paint to be original to the car, and that
kicks off a full survivor-style package. The body has been well
cared for over the decades, and you can tell by how the pinstripe
runs the length of the car like an uninterrupted line. This also
serves to highlight gentle curves that Buick gave this personal
luxury machine. The full package looks quite complete with bright
bumpers, matching headlight bezels, and all the Riviera-specific
badging that's seen everywhere. In fact, this one is complete right
down to the original dealer badge that's still on the trunk. Of
course, there is one obvious upgrade. The 20-inch American Racing
alloys give this vintage Buick some cool modern flair.
Luxury means a loaded and well-coordinated interior. The original
taupe feels supple on the seats and the front ones individually
power adjust for the ultimate in comfort. It nicely matches with
the door panels, carpeting, and dash for an unmistakable
well-preserved factory appearance. This is joined with the burled
walnut on all of these surfaces to create one of the most handsome
interiors of the era. There are fold down armrests in each row, so
you can choose to carry up to five family and friends with you, or
go for more individualized comfort. You get to grab the three-spoke
factory wheel that matches this taupe and wood motif, and gaze at
the extra wide speedometer. From this command position you have an
easy reach to all the features such as the power windows, power
locks, tilt wheel, cruise control, and factory AM/FM/cassette
stereo. Plus, the factory air conditioning has been upgraded to
R134a to keep you cool while cruising.
The engine bay continues this well preserved and maintained
presentation. The correct 307 cubic-inch V8 is a wonderful power
plant to have, and it was shared with luxury machines like the
Oldsmobile Toronado and the Cadillac Brougham. Topped with a
four-barrel carburetor, it has the right kind of torque to move
this Riviera around with authority. Buick wanted to make sure this
has true grand touring comfort, it has features like the fully
independent suspension and a four-speed overdrive automatic
transmission. This is the kind of classic that's easy to take on
the long trips thanks to power steering, modern low-profile tires,
and front disc brakes.
Complete with owner's manual, this Riviera is luxurious, preserved,
and above all, quite interesting. Don't miss out on this one. Call
now!
