For Sale: 1971 Buick Riviera in Rogers, Minnesota

This 1971 Buick Riviera is a beautifully preserved 2 door hardtop with great options and a fantastic story! Compared to the previous year, 1971 was a down year for Buick along with parent company General Motors and even the entire American automotive industry as a whole. Between labor strikes at GM and an overall down economy, Buick's production and sales were down. Nonetheless, when Buick debuted its flagship 1971 Riviera model it had undergone a complete redesign. Sitting on a brand new lengthened chassis, and a special chassis that was not shared with any other GM product, the Riviera sported new 122 inch wheelbase and an overall length topping out at 217.4 inches. Sitting on top of the new chassis was a new-look body, with changes evident from nearly every angle. The front end sported a new raked back look that looked both modern and classy. Down the sides wide-open wheel well openings along with distinctive body lines further added to the overall elegant look of the new '71 Buick Riviera. The biggest update for the '71 Riviera of course happened at the tail end of the car, now outfitted with a massive rear glass window that sloped into a boattail rear end. Under the hood, the 1971 Rivieras kept in place the massive 455 cubic inch Buick big blocks producing over 300 horsepower which was especially tricky given the start of the US government's emissions regulations. The interiors of the '71 Buick Riviera models were especially deluxe! The driver's control panel wraps around the steering wheel giving an aviation-inspired, immersive feel. The L-shaped shifters were also quite futuristic looking, distinct from the traditional "horseshoe" style seen on other Buicks and GM products. Everything from the standard options, to the seats and door panels and to the dash just had a little extra pizazz the elevated the 1971 Riviera to one of the most luxurious GM products of the day and make them marvelous cars to own and enjoy. In total, only 33,810 Buick Rivieras were produced during the 1971 model year which represented just 6% of total Buick models. This particular '71 Riviera comes to us from single family ownership since new where this cherished Buick was passed down through three generations and well taken care of throughout. Under the hood on this '71 Riviera is the numbers matching 455 cubic inch V8 engine fed by a single 4 barrel carburetor that together were said to have produced 310 horsepower when new. The matching numbers 455 V8 is mated to a Turbo-Hydramatic 400 automatic transmission that makes this luxurious cruiser an easy car for anybody to take for a spin around the block. Exhaust exits the over 300 horsepower power plant via a dual exhaust setup that generates a terrific throaty sound out of the tailpipes. This '71 Buick comes absolutely loaded with fantastic options! Maneuvering this 4,000+ pound luxury car in and out of a tight parking spot is a total breeze thanks to it being equipped with silky smooth power steering. Further aiding with parking efforts is the driver's side remote adjustable chrome mirror that helps you see better while parking or even while changing lanes. Additionally, bringing this Buick Riviera to a complete stop is also quite easy since it comes with power front disc brakes. Riding on a set of the optional chrome-plated 5-spoke sport-style wheels, each paired with whitewall radial tires, this 1971 Riviera has a fantastic look and even better ride. The exterior of this 1971 Buick has been correctly refinished in Verdemist Green paint, just how it came off the Flint, Michigan, assembly line back in 1971. The interior of this 1971 Buick Riviera is absolutely stunning. The rear bench seat as well as the front bucket seats are correct wearing black Madrid-grain upholstery. The matching woodgrain-timmed door panels, black carpeting, woodgrain-timmed steering wheel, and the woodgrain-trimmed center console are all in fantastic shape as well and retain a great stock look! You'll be able to stay cool even on the hottest summer days since this Riviera comes outfitted with factory sir conditioning. Furthermore, you can raise and lower all of the power windows with the simple flick of a switch, another great option for a car of the era. Instrumentation includes a 120 MPH speedometer and fuel gauge, along with indicators for engine temperature and oil pressure, and even an electric clock. You can even listen to all of your favorite radio stations since this Riviera comes equipped with an AM/FM radio. Whether you're buying your very first classic car or you're adding to your existing Buick or GM collection, this 1971 Buick Riviera would make an excellent choice. Give Ellingson's a call today at 763-428-7337!

*Numbers Matching 455 Cu. In. V8
*Single 4 Barrel Carburetor
*TH400 Automatic Transmission
*310 Horsepower
*Power Front Disc Brakes & Steering
*Factory Air Conditioning
*Single Family Ownership Since New
*Correct Verdemist Green Exterior
*Correct Black Bucket Seats w/ Center Console
*Power Windows & Tilt Steering Wheel
*Stock Instrumentation & AM/FM Radio
*Odometer Reads: 65,634 Miles