Vehicle Description
The Buick Reatta convertible is was such an expensively crafted car
that we likely will never see one like it again. It took the
powerful motor shared with the Riviera, wrapped it around a sleek
body, and then gave it a European-inspired fully independent
suspension. So when you can find a loaded example of the ultra-rare
drop-top version, well then, the value goes well beyond
affordability.
The Reatta might as well have been a marque all its own above
Cadillac. General Motor set up a special factory that specifically
built these cars in the kind of low-batch, high-quality assembly
you'd expect from a Mercedes. In fact, the car comes with a
Craftsman's Log within the owner's manual with signatures of the
people who hand-assembled this example. They can be this
individualized, because there were less than 2,500 Reatta
convertibles made during the car's entire run. More than just
rarity, this also has distinct beauty. The swoopy design with
folding headlights and a very cool wrap-around taillight panel
continue to make these cars memorable today. The red paint has a
great luster that loves the sunshine, and it has a hint of a deeper
tone that gives this the right amount of sophistication. Plus, it
goes well with the coordinated darker elements of the black folding
roof and upgraded American Racing Special Edition Torq Thrust
wheels.
While we love a convertible for being open to the world, the
condition of the leather interior really lets you know it was never
left out in the sun for very long. Instead, this car has been
babied all its life. These great-looking bucket seats are power
adjustable so you can make them armchair comfortable. Almost
everything was standard in the Reatta, including power windows,
power locks, keyless entry, driver airbag, and the factory
AM/FM/cassette stereo with CD player. Plus, you get a very cool
electro-luminescent gauge panel that offers all the right info,
while also retaining the car's retro-futuristic style. And because
you're going to love taking the top down and showing off the
interior, you'll be glad the automatic A/C climate control keeps
everything nice and cool.
When you open the hood, you're treated to more of the original
style that you've seen in the interior and exterior. This 3.8-liter
V6 has been the backbone of Buick during this era because it
provides fuel-injected power that remains quiet and reliable. It's
believed to be the original motor, and it shows all signs of proper
maintenance. The Reatta was meant to be Buick's Mercedes SL
competitor, so out on the road it feels confident with the right
hint of nimbleness. The four-speed automatic transmission
w/overdrive, fully independent suspension, cruise control, and
four-wheel power disc brakes makes this a great car for long hauls
or fun weekends on the backroads.
Craftsmanship, distinction, and rarity are everlasting qualities of
this convertible. So at this price, this drop-top Reatta is going
fast. Call today!!!