1956 Buick Century RivieraIntroducing this 1956 Buick Century
Riviera finished in Seminole Red and Dover White over a Red
Cordaveen and black interior. This example represents Buick's
mid-1950s styling and engineering, combining distinctive design
elements with comfortable cruising manners typical of the brand
during that era.Highlights:- California Car- Long-Term Ownership-
Two-Tone Color Scheme: Seminole Red and Dover White- "Nailhead" V8
Engine- Automatic Transmission- Whitewall Tires- Chrome Bumpers-
Sonomatic Radio- Jack and Spare IncludedPower comes from Buick's
well-known "Nailhead" V8 paired with an automatic transmission.
Additional equipment includes chrome bumpers, the signature
Sweepspear side molding, dual exhaust outlets, chrome hubcaps, and
wide whitewall tires. Inside, the cabin features front and rear
bench seating upholstered in Red Cordaveen, a three-spoke steering
wheel with horn ring, vent windows, an analog clock, glove box, and
a Sonomatic push-button radio. The trunk houses a jack along with a
full-size spare tire.The 1956 Century was positioned between
Buick's Special and Roadmaster models and was known for pairing a
relatively lighter body with a powerful V8, giving it better
performance than many other Buicks of the period. This combination
helped the Century earn a reputation as one of the more spirited
full-size American cars of the mid-1950s.Presented with classic
two-tone styling and period-correct features, this Buick Century
Riviera is a straightforward example from the mid-century era that
is mechanically sound. For $19,750
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