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Buick Riviera (1973)

Buick Riviera "Boat-Tail" restored with appraisal from 2024 with a grade of 1.5 (1973)
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Ends at
24.11.2024 19:45
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Highest bid
14.500 €
Ended
Open to offers
Price
33.333 €
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Constantin von der Recke
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Overview

Manufacturer Buick
Model Riviera
Year 1973
TransmissionAutomatic
Horsepower246
Milage
54550 mi
Not or only partially comprehensible.
Country VersionUS
Location DE-59505 Bad Sassendorf
Color Brown

Vehicle description

Highlights and general information

For sale is a 1973 Buick Riviera in the color brown with a white leatherette interior.

Highlights:

  • Approved and immediately ready to drive
  • H license plate available
  • Valuation report from 2024 with a grade of 1.5 available
  • Very good overall condition
  • The seller has invested around €1,500 in the vehicle
  • The following equipment is available: Power steering, central locking, electric windows, radio, air conditioning

General information about the vehicle

  • Year of construction: 1973
  • First registration: USA, 1973
  • Location: 59505 Bad Sassendorf, Germany
  • Number of owners: unknown (owned by the seller since 2021)
  • Accident-free in current ownership
  • H license plate
  • Duty paid
  • TÜV until 04/2026
  • Restored
  • Licensed
  • Immediately ready to drive

Model history

The third generation of the Buick Riviera, which was built from 1971 to 1973, is particularly impressive with its striking "boat tail" rear end, which is reminiscent of classic sports cars from the 1930s. Under the hood, a powerful 7.5-liter V8 engine with up to 250 hp provided superior power reserves and relaxed cruising. Thanks to its extravagant design and powerful performance, around 100,000 Riviera vehicles were sold in the three years. The combination of luxury, performance and eye-catching design makes the Buick Riviera a true icon of American automotive history.

The facts

Exterior & Interior:

  • Exterior color: Brown
  • Interior with white leatherette upholstery
  • Repainted (presumably the entire vehicle was repainted in the original color in the past)

Engine and transmission:

  • 7.5-liter V8 engine with 246 hp
  • Automatic gearbox
  • Last maintenance service: 04/2024

Mileage:

  • 54,550 mi (read off)
  • Mileage can be partially traced
  • Checkbook not available

Documentation:

  • Vehicle documents

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

  • Tires: 70-90%
  • Brakes: 70-90%
  • Bodywork: very good condition
  • Underbody: very good condition, rust-free
  • Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects

  • 2 stone chips in the front area of the hood
  • Damage to the headliner in the rear area
  • Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle

Summary of the car

For sale is an exceptional 1973 Buick Riviera "Boat-Tail", a true classic with distinctive styling and luxurious appointments. The car, which gleams in elegant dark brown and has a white leatherette interior, has been lovingly cared for and presents itself in very good condition with an H license plate and MOT until 2026. Powered by a mighty 7.5-liter V8 engine with 246 hp, the Riviera combines superior performance with the charm of American muscle. A rare eye-catcher for lovers of US car icons - immediately ready for the next drive.

Vehicle videos

Kickdown check

  • Expert report available
  • Kickdown photographer was on site
  • Video of the vehicle available
  • Main inspection
  • Matching numbers
  • Current service performed
  • Low milage

Comments of this past auction

  • TomTom1-avatarTomTom1
    Moderator
    16.11.2024 20:35

    Technik: Ende 1970 erschien der dritte Riviera mit spitz zulaufendem „Boattail“-Heck, das an die klassischen Roadster-Modelle der 1930er-Jahre erinnern sollte, aber auf ein zwiespältiges Echo stieß. Angetrieben wurde der Riviera weiterhin vom 7,5-Liter-V8, der auf 315 (Grundmodell) bzw. 330 SAE-PS (Riviera GS) kam (ab 1972: 253 bzw. 264 Netto-PS). Der Boattail-Riviera wurde in drei Jahren 101.618 Mal gebaut. LG Tom

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    The description of this auction has been made to the best of the seller's knowledge. The condition of this vehicle is based on the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. The description and photos are for reference. Kickdown does not guarantee the accuracy of the listing and recommends a viewing. The seller decides whether a viewing can be made. Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description and make all necessary inquiries before placing a bid. For this purpose, please use the comments and questions section for additional information. Please read our terms and conditions for more details.

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