Vehicle Description
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional
example of this original southern California with desirable
original 'Black California License plates' 1967 Buick Riviera 2
Door Hardtop 430/360HP V8 2 Door Hardtop in very striking all Black
color paint with a matching Hardtop and original 'Black' (Trim code
618) vinyl interior and with it's original steel wheels and with
believed to be 75K original miles!A mostly completely unmolested
all original and stock rust free survivor example apart from one
recent professional repaint and loaded with factory options
including:430 cu in High Performance V8 engine with 4 BBL
CarburetorAir Conditioner ($437)AM/FM Radio with Electric Antenna
($175)Rear Seat Speaker ($16)CA Smog Device ($50)Cornering
LightsSoft-Ray Tinted Glass ($42)Six-Way Power Seat ($94)Power
Windows ($105)Chrome Plated Wheels ($89)White wall tires
($42)Remote mirror ($7)Custom Notch Back Interior ($168)Custom
Vinyl Roof ($115)Custom Trim Strato Bench Seats in VinylTilt
Steering Wheel CarpetingCustom Padded CushionsSuper Turbine
TransmissionPower SteeringPower BrakesElectric ClockTrunk LightDual
ExhaustsSeat BeltsThis is a previously one southern California
owner true survivor from the 1960s with one professional repaint in
Black from its original 'Sapphire Blue'; and an otherwise all
original pristine luxury muscle car. Never smoked in, always
garaged, no rust. This car was ordered through the 'Avalon Motor
Company', the Buick dealership in Wilmington, CA and delivered on
4/28/1967 to its original and local San Pedro, CA owner and that is
where it resided until sold in late 2021 to the original owners
long time local mechanic from whom we acquired the car. The car has
never been damaged and is believed to be 100% original apart from
its one repaint in Black. The car wears all 4 of it's original
chrome plated wheels and hubs and the car was recently fully
serviced at its long time mechanic previous to our acquiring it and
boasts the following recent work and improvements and it is
consequently in excellent running condition. Likely one of the
finest original unmolested examples of its kind.Recent service
history at 75,124 miles includes: Front Disc Brake
ConversionReplacement of all fuel lines and fuel pumpNew water
pumpNew AC compressorRecharge with R12 FreonNew rear brake shoes
amp; wheel cylindersNew gas tankAll fluids replacedRadiator
serviced with new radiator coreReplace complete exhaust system from
header pipe to tail pipeTotal service costs: $7,207.44Recent
service at 75,131 miles includes:Mount amp; Balance 4 new 225/75 15
classic tires Check all lights and replace 5 bulbsReplace AC blower
motorService headlight retractors amp; replace relayNew
batteryTotal service cost: $3,042.67It is a superbly striking
example in all Black with its original factory 'Black color seats
interior. Obviously always garaged with no accidents or rust
whatsoever! The floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone
areas are completely solid and rust-free - obviously an always
garaged and cherished car since new!The car looks extremely
impressive and both the car's repaint and the interior are in quite
exceptional and extraordinary condition throughout! All the
chrome-work is also in exceptional condition and the original spare
wheel and jack are located in their rightful compartment
undisturbed in the trunk. The original and matching # legendary
430/360HP with 465 lb ft of torque Wildcat 'Nailhead' V8 engine is
extremely strong and powerful and this particular car drives
absolutely magnificently - must be driven to be believed - drives
straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or
rattles - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern
day sports car a run for it's money! The transmission shifts
smoothly through all the gears, there are no noticeable oil leaks
and the temperature always remains cool!It is rare that Detroit
followed one design triumph with another but such was the case with
the second generation (1966-70) Buick Riviera in 1966! Larger than
the original 1963-65 series, it was nevertheless beautifully
designed with flowing lines that managed to also incorporate the
traditional 'razor edge' look exemplified by Hooper bodied Rolls
Royce's and was shared by the Oldsmobile Toronado and used by
Cadillac for the Eldorado the following year! A new 425 cid V8 was
added under the hood to further enhance the cars reputation as a
high end powerhouse. The dual headlights reverted to a horizontal
arrangement and now retracted above the grille when not in use and
the rear styling featured full width tail lamps. The body's clean
lines were enhanced by the lack of vent windows and inside a new
instrument panel was to be found. It incorporated a unique vertical
drum type speedometer and a full compliment of gauges.A design that
has since received the coveted certified 'Milestone Car' status
recognition by the 'Milestone Car Society' of post war cars
(1945-72) who judged their cars in five categories; styling,
engineering, roadability, performance and innovation and
craftsmanship. A Milestone car had to be superior to its
contemporaries in at least two of these categories. Definitely one
very rare and highly desirable and collectible original example of
one of the outstanding GM designs of the sixties, which has high
repute amongst collectors for both it's beautiful lines and smooth
and high power performance for a luxury coupe. In 1968 the model
had larger reshaped front and rear loop-type bumpers that encased
both the grille and tail lamps.The original Riviera was marketed
and aimed at being the ultimate gentleman's muscle car, an
executive express that offered luxury, high style, room for four,
and power enough to embarrass many a performance car. The
second-generation Rivieras that arrived in 1966 are considered by
many to be the ultimate expression of the design theme even though
their values have until recently generally lagged behind those of
the first-generation 1963-'65 cars. GM's design staff sure
surpassed themselves in the creation of this personal luxury coupe.
Bill Mitchell wanted something like a cross between a Rolls-Royce
and a Ferrari; what he got was one of the best-looking cars of
post-war America. The question was, which division would produce
it? Cadillac wanted no part of the new car--its production lines
were already humming at full capacity. Chevrolet, too, said thanks,
but no thanks. GM's management decided to stage a contest among
Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac, giving the divisions 60 days to make
their pitches. Oldsmobile and Pontiac both wanted to make the car
more sports-oriented, while Buick saw the car's potential for
adding prestige and performance to its lineup, and promised to
produce it unchanged. That was just what Mitchell wanted to
hear.The success of the GTO in 1964 ignited the horsepower race,
prompting Buick to offer a Gran Sport option in 1965. "The Riviera
with muscles on its muscles," Buick called it. In 1965 included in
the package were a 360hp, 425-cu.in. Super Wildcat V-8, a Super
Turbine 400 transmission recalibrated for higher shift speeds and a
3.42:1 axle ratio; available was a handling package that included
stiffer, heavy-duty springs and shocks and faster steering. The
second-generation Riviera that debuted in 1966 was completely
restyled, even cleaner and more chrome-free than the original. The
elimination of front vent windows and the reshaping of the roofline
into a graceful fastback produced a pure hardtop look. The
headlamps were tucked up under the overhanging hood, descending
when needed, eliminating the previous car's troublesome
power-operated fender-front grilles that had concealed the
headlamps. Delicately framed bumpers fitted nearly flus...for more
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