Feb 8, 2023 · A twin-turbocharged Riviera convertible was chosen to be the pace car at the 1983 Indianapolis 500, tuned to produce 410 hp (306 kW). [27] Most convertible Rivieras had the V8 engine, which saw an increase in rated SAE net HP to 150 for both convertibles and coupes fitted with it from 1982 through the 1985 model year.

Oct 15, 2016 · Riviera Owners Association. New Listing: 1963 RIVIERA Heater/Defroster Control Assembly. Has ALL Four Good Levers, including the Water Valve Temp Control and Blower Motor Control.

Jan 5, 2025 · Hello guys, I am in the process to repair some not working parts on my car. Next stop: selecting washer, wipers starts but fluid not. I found out dirt on hose and pump unit was total in rust. Bought same type market replacement pump, repalce 1:1 but nothing changed. Washer start wipers and fluid ...

Mar 5, 2025 · In Canada, vehicle registration and a Bill-of-Sale is all that's required for a used car. For a new car, a NVIS Card and Bill-of-Sale. I've encountered a post on this forum where a newly arrived 1965 Riviera entered a Texas wrecking yard. It couldn't be saved because the Owner gave up the Title. What? Can someone explain? John B.

Feb 18, 2023 · I wonder if this is a car that I rode in when it was only 25 or so years old. It was owned at that time (if indeed it is the same car) by an architect in Milwaukee. As a young guy, I was taken by the sleek design for a town car and by the coach lights. In the late 50's it was original but in much better condition. What a car!!

Dec 15, 2024 · The car looks nice and a 1963 Riviera is a desirable car. It’s hard to make money restoring a car, but some things have a better return than others. A good wash inside and out can help it present better and is likely worth the money even if you have to pay someone else to do it.

May 24, 2022 · I am researching the various indy 500 Pace Cars for an upcoming book and have some more questions on the 1983 Riviera. Buick made three two tone Rivieras for the track. Two had the twin turbo and were the actual pace Car and back up. There was a camera hole in the right taillight for an on board ...

Jan 19, 2025 · In the 1990s, as car show visitors saw the then-new Chrysler concept cars, they were buying them two-three years later in the dealerships! GM, there is a message there, IF you can remember how Chrysler was doing so well, minting golden eggs, as you were straining to keep plants open!

Feb 26, 2025 · Can't forget the "playful", but kind of testing the waters, Pontiac ad that was placed in CAR A ND DRIVER several months ago. THAT that got the YouTubers frothing! But I also remember something C&D did back in the earlier 1990s, which was an alleged BMW innovation that would allow their convertibles to be operated top-down in the rain, on the ...

Feb 4, 2025 · I came across this Interesting video on YouTube, posted about 5 months ago.