Vehicle Description
When most discerning hobbyists begin their search for an old school
muscle car to show and enjoy, they usually have three basic
criteria. First and foremost, they want something that's super
cool. Secondly, they want something that's correct. And last but
not least, they want something that doesn't require a second job to
finance. Fortunately, the gearheads at RK Motors Charlotte pride
themselves on specializing in first rate classics of all kinds, and
they always have cars, like this awesome '67 Buick, that are a
perfect fit for anyone. With a 430 cubic inch Wildcat V8, a stylish
Black interior and striking Plum paint, it's certainly some of the
coolest metal to ever roll out of Detroit. Thanks to years of
meticulous preservation, it can be paraded without worry. And as a
virtually untouched survivor that's priced at only $50K, it's the
bargain of the century! So, if you're in the market for a fully
pedigreed classic that combines tons of character with an
unbeatable price, this unique Riviera is the car of your
dreams!
BODYWORK/TRIM
Inspired by Bill Mitchell's love of hand-built London coaches, the
second generation Riviera features a classy body shell that conveys
a sense of style and sophistication perfectly befitting its exotic
name. And the incredible shell you see here, a stunning Riviera
Plum survivor, wears completely original aesthetics that have been
exceptionally maintained. Consistently providing its various owners
with rock-solid reliability and a sense of custom-tailored comfort,
the car has never been separated from its chassis. Original chrome
and stainless, which exhibit minimal signs of wear, show almost as
well as the day they left the dealership. And presently, this
Buick's desirability as something that's as rare as it is unique is
both genuine and fitting.
ENGINE
While the exterior of this slick E-Body does an excellent job
posing for world-class visuals, the engine compartment is where
Buick purists REALLY start to take notice. And for good reason too,
because the car's original, 360 horsepower Wildcat V8 is the kind
of powerhouse that makes people either put up or shut up. Turn the
key and a big Rochester carburetor mixes wind from a dressed and
decaled air cleaner with fuel from a carefully bent fluid line, and
shoves it in to a correct, cast iron intake. Fire for that air/fuel
mixture is provided by a traditional points distributor, which
shoots spark around red, "430-4" branded valve covers via familiar
Packard TV R Suppression cables. Spent gases from that air/fuel
mixture are jetted through original, cast iron exhaust manifolds.
At the front of the engine, pliable belts and hoses snake around
factory power steering, a Delco-Remy alternator and a correct
Frigidaire AC compressor. Details like a Delco-Remy coil, a blue AC
breather and an even coat of bright red paint appear to keep this
coveted GM, all GM. Oh, and did I mention that the mill centers a
matching partial VIN between a '67-specific "ND" assembly stamp and
correct 1381625 casting number?
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
At the bottom of this survivor a clean undercarriage tells a long
story of excellent maintenance and carefully chosen road time.
Naturally, that hot 430 needed a tough drivetrain to effectively
establish street cred, so Buick opted for GM's rugged
Turbo-Hydramatic 400 3-speed. That proven Super Turbine, branded
with a correct "BT-67" assembly tag, spins a correct, limited-slip
differential around beefy, 3.07 gears. The aforementioned power
steering combines with an original suspension and Buick's familiar
power-assisted drums to provide good stops and competent handling.
Spent gases flow through factory pipes, which employ correct,
GM-stamped mufflers. At the corners of that chassis, polished Buick
Sport wheels spin around stylish Riviera center caps. The car's
straight and solid floorpans still feature 99% of their Satin Black
undercoating. And, based on a quick visual inspection, all of this
Buick's hardware and bushings appear to be in good, road-ready
condition.
INTERIOR
Inside this old school tri-shield you'll find a correct Black
interior that appears to be untouched original equipment. At the
center of the car, vinyl bucket and bench seats ride on clean black
carpet that's protected by Buick-branded mats. In front of those
seats, a warp-free dash hangs a rolling speedometer next to a
premium Sonomatic radio. At the base of that dash, a full console
frames an aircraft-style shifter. Opposite that console, stylish
door panels position chrome handles, small Riviera emblems and
crack-free armrests beneath bright satin trim. In front of the
driver, a large-diameter steering wheel laps an elegant Riviera
logo. And behind the passengers, a matted trunk features plenty of
storage space.
HISTORICAL INFORMATION
This Buick's original Protect-O-Plate, which is included with our
sale, breaks down as follows:
668 - Black vinyl interior
UU - Riviera Plum paint
494877H941624 - The car's VIN
- 4: Buick Motor Division
- 94: Riviera
- 87: 2-door sport coupe hardtop
- 7: 1967 model year
- H: Assembled in Flint, Michigan
- 941624: Production sequence number
D479 - The car's engine stamp
- D: Part of the identifying prefix stamp for a 430 cubic inch
Wildcat V8 assembled in 1967
- 479: Assembled on April 24, 1967
PJ - Riviera axle that's equipped with 3.07 gears and a
limited-slip differential
T - Assembled in June of 1967
BT517 - The car's transmission code
- BT: GM Turbo-Hydramatic 400 that's bolted behind a 430 cubic inch
V8
- 517: Assembled on June 1, 1967
24 - Optional equipment
OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION
The aforementioned Protect-O-Plate
An original Owner's Manual
In summary, this Riviera is a phenomenal classic. Its killer
Wildcat V8 will cruise effortlessly at will, and its slick body and
first class interior are ready to garner serious stares. With the
GS and Grand National casting such long shadows, it seems pretty
hard to find nice Buick muscle cars. When "survivor" is added to
the mix, you're treading pretty deep in to "one-of-a-kind"
territory. And when you debate the merit of "one-of-a-kind" for too
long, it's easy to slip in to "regret". Don't slip in to "regret"
take home this unique and affordable tri-shield today!
SUMMARY
9,133 actual mile survivor
Original 430 cubic inch Wildcat V8 / 360 horsepower
Correct Super Turbine 3-speed automatic transmission
Factory power steering
Factory air conditioning
Our sale includes an original Protect-O-Plate
Correct 10-bolt rear axle / Limited-slip differential / 3.07
gears
Factory power drum brakes
15-inch Buick Sport wheels
Correct Sonomatic radio
