A quick fix was badly needed, and buick gambled that the 1971 boattail was the answer. The main intension with this site is sharing information about various restoration projects on the car, as well as sharing other info and photos about activities associated with the car. Privately, however, he hated the boattail riviera and spent much of the rest of his buick career trying to get rid of it. The 19711973 buick riviera was the manufacturers most controversial piece of styling since the batwing job of 1959. Ride in style in this wonderful 1973 buick riviera boat tail. Stacy lynn and aaron marie, and granddaughters sierra, maya and jordan. With todays go go go world, its hard to hold on to a jewel like this, if it is. This riviera is a twoowner example that spent its life in palm desert, california before being acquired by a friend of ours in georgia in 2012. Engine, horsepower, torque, dimensions and mechanical details for the 1973 buick riviera. Try our auto locator be one of the first to get email notifications when the vehicle you are looking for is added to our inventory.
Dec 20, 20 hagerty classic cars takes a look at the great design of the 1963 buick riviera. Posted by anonymous on thursday, october 6, 2005 3. Last year for boat tail body 455 cid v8 engine automatic transmission. If we are to believe the seller, this original riviera is, well, smooth around the edges except for the dent on the left front fender. It is a very honest and original example with 108,000 miles. Eleanor rooseveltfriedrich nietzschemahatma gandhimaya angelounikola. Mays publicly called it a classic new design that is a triumph of automotive styling. Would you like to sell products for this vehicle on.
Buick riviera in movies and tv series page 125 next display options. Although the front clip of the photo car is from a 1973 riviera, the shape of the rear bumper and taillights and the lack of decklid louvers are definitely those of a 72. Covers all models and years of this iconic coupe, from 1963 to 1973, including the custom and grand sport variations, with originalera photography, technical development history, options year by year, specifications, exterior and interior colors, and more. The 1971 1973 buick riviera has been much maligned over the years, although it has a certain following.
Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1979 buick riviera classics for sale near you. It was again introduced as a concept car in 1963 called the buick riviera silver arrow. The 1971 riviera became even bigger with new styling and by the mid70s horsepower was much reduced. The 1973 riviera had a less peaked tail, with the the tail lamps integrated into the bumper rather than above it. Gateway classic cars is pleased to present this 1964 buick riviera for sale in the milwaukee showroom. Magnum magnus mahadevan mahaney mahmood mahoney mai maia maier. The hagerty classic car valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1970 buick riviera and assess the current state of the classic car market. Sure, this 1973 buick riviera has its original numbersmatching motor, but thats not what first ca. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1983 buick riviera classics for sale near you. Having been recently restored and regularly serviced, our riviera run well, and has plenty of power on tap. Find a profile and pictures of the 1971 1973 buick riviera. Aug 14, 2012 brand new air ride air suspension on the 73 buick riviera, aka geraldo riviera skip navigation sign in.
The crisply styled, groundup design that debuted 1963 was buicks first unique riviera model, and pioneered the gm e platform. Buick riviera, 19631973 classic motorbooks photofacts. Rare bucket seat model with center console 455 v8 excellent original condition runs and drives great factory power windows power locks power seats with factory air condition please call for more info 6316203330 visit hollywood motors online at. This book of road tests, model introductions, comparison tests, specification and performance data tells the story. The seventh generation riviera was launched by buick in 1986 and shared its chassis with the regal model.
Cosmetically, with the exception of some normal cracking on the top of the dash and on the drivers armrest, the car stands tall boasting huge amounts of originality throughout. Named for automotive pioneer david buick, it was among the first american marques of automobiles, and was the company that established general motors in 1908. Far from the maddening crowds of riviera maya but the same distance from new york citylies the yucatan, a tranquil part of mexico that hasnt been trodden by tourists. The vogue sewing book by editors of vogue and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Buick riviera models and generations timeline, specs and. Everyone loves a good boatail, known as the land yatch this car has the buick 455 big block and weighed in at a measly 2 ton. Buick riviera in movies and tv series page 125 next. For 1970 the new 455ci v8 became available but emissions regulations began to take their toll on performance. Check out batcar73 1973 buick riviera in elyria,oh for ride specification, modification info and photos and follow batcar73s 1973 buick riviera for updates at cardomain. The twodoor sporty persona was backed by equally impressive performance, with the stage 1 package receive a 455 cubicinch buick v8 engine and a limited slip rear end. Riviera terrace condominiums beautifully decorated condominium. Our classic cars for sale are unique high quality cars you will be proud to own. Kauffman buick, tom smiths nut shop, singer sewing.
Research all 1973 buick riviera for sale, pricing, parts, installations, modifications and more at cardomain. Get the best deals on seats for buick riviera when you shop the largest online selection at. Brand new air ride air suspension on the 73 buick riviera, aka geraldo riviera skip navigation sign in. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Buick commented that the allnew riviera was a statement in what we think is to come, rather than a wellturned expression of what is already here. Mechanically, the car is excellent in all areas, is a proven driver, reliable and frankly, rides like a buick. You might also try leaving one or more of the search fields blank. Interior parts for 1973 buick riviera for sale ebay. Despite the success of the 1963 riviera, sales had plummeted by 1970.
The riviera name had been used by buick starting with the 1949 model to designate a hardtop body style, right through a large topoftheline sixwindow 1962 electra 225 hardtop. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Buick riviera styling changes the buick riviera styling changes of the late 1960s attempted to dress up earlier models. Designer jock twombley intended and penned the riviera as a cadillac. So fire it up, crank up the air conditioning, and head to the drive in or local car show, either way you are bound to draw a crowd. Buick riviera boattail 1971 1972 1973 roy villarreal 1973. Our 1969 buick riviera gs features the 430 cid v8 which produces 360 horsepower and 475 pounds of torque. But because cadillac was on a hot streak, and perhaps more importantly because buick was becoming a bit staid, the riviera was given the thumbsup as a buick by earls protege and successor bill mitchell. We can understand why the designers who worked on it or saw the original concept might consider it a disappointment, but we find it rather appealing. The design was selected while kessler was general manager, but lee mays was in charge when it was introduced. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Get the best deals on interior parts for 1973 buick riviera when you shop the largest online selection at. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 1 1973 riviera models nationwide. Browse interior and exterior photos for 1970 buick riviera.
Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Jude read books by the score and most of her free time, not involving the kids or. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Rudyard kiplings jungle book 1942 vintage movie ad. Motorcar studio is pleased to offer this beautiful 1973 boat tail buick riviera gs. The way he was recruited for french books and if hes gomg. Initially referred to as the buick lasalle and later buick riviera concept cars, the finished design was adapted to a shortened version of buick s existing cruciform frame.
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