Had one as a demo back when this new bodystyle came out in 1995 until 1999 the 3800 supercharged V6 was incredibly fast then and now... 3800 series II and series III and the buick Name have incredible reliability and stay power
Take good care of it! Keep it well maintained and fix any corrosion immediately with quality repairs and you'll have it another 14 years, because the new GM vehicles are absolutely garbage!
@@gmctech l agree. I just put mine in the shop. It needs breaks lines, rotors, calipers, & pads. I'm investing in it, 3,000. It's worth it to me. It only has 72,000 miles on it. Came from FL, so no rust except break lines & that's my fault for letting it sit.
Have them drop the transmission pan and change the filter and just top up. Don't ever let anyone power-flush your GM transmission. Seen waaaaaaay too many GM cars come back for new transmissions months after a power flush. Also pop one 2oz tube of "Lubegard 19610 Dr. Tranny Instant Shudder Fix" in the new fluid and it'll feel like a new transmission with no adverse effects because GM transmissions are notorious for TCC shudder.
Good looking out on the tranny comment, I'll do that. What about changing the supercharger oil? I've had it checked, but never changed in these 11 years.
Great styling and a supercharged bulletproof 3.8 Buick V6. Sign me up. If i had been able to afford one at the time this would have been my second choice for a car growing up but i had a super soft spot for 80s g body Oldsmobiles.
The 3800 series engines have proven to be very reliable. I still see these cars out on the roads occasionally. There aren't many 90s cars left on the roads here in Michigan.
My great uncle drove a couple Rivieras of this generation. I think the first one was a 95, then his last one was one the few 99 models built. He was in a wheelchair, and it was easier for him to get in and out with a bench seat. The first one had a bench seat, which I believe he had to special order since his dealership (and all others in his area I’m sure) only had those with bucket seats in stock. He wasn’t able to get a bench seat for a 99, so he was able to make do with bucket seats. Then later on, he finally started getting wheel chair vans.
It was: the actual 0 to 60 time was in the early 7 second range, and then dropped down to the late 6 second range when it got the series 2 supercharged engine with the 240 horsepower. The non supercharged model got to 60 in the early second range. Their estimates were kind of off by a bit.
@@rich1223 wow that’s crazy. Lots of miles, bad fluid or sticky valves in the tranny? GM did have some horrible trannys. Not sure which ones were the worse but all makers will have their goods and bads
My good friends father had one of these back in the day, Supercharged of course. We were late for a Hockey game one day. I have never been more scared and comfortable at the same time. That thing pulled like a freight train.
This car looks just like the Aurora love both of these cars not bad looking car sadly was made 4 years wish Buick could had brought it back except turned into sedan.
Stil have my totally restored 96 Riv! It’s in the garage now need an abs pump module and torque converter! These are very troublesome parts from the “90s. It’s custom color and interior!! One of a kind!
I always liked these final Riviera coupes and the related swan song generations of the Park Ave and LeSabre. Buick hasn't built anything interesting since.
These were twice the car the Oldsmobile was for the simple fact it sported the absolutely bulletproof 3800 Series engine. I always liked the exterior styling and conservative interior. They didn't sell well at all at the GM dealer I was a Technician at; likely due to pricing and buyer demographics in my area. My grandfather bought the Park Avenue instead of this because of the 4 doors and sportier gauge cluster and interior ergonomics. What few of these we sold easily held their own for longevity and reliability comparing to the LeSabre/Park Avenue platforms. It saddens me to see the absolute garbage GM is pumping out now, especially the crap dawning the venerable Buick emblem and how in less than a decade they've devalued this brand to virtually extinction in regards to status. ☹️
@@runoflife87 I think he meant the way it carries itself. It's a plus, stately coupe brought neatly into the modern era. The only difference being a (modern) Jaguar hadn't had a V6 at this point like this does.
had one of these back in the 90's loved..now all we get is suv crap with wheezy 4 cylinder engines, and no styling....how times have turned and everyone is dull and boring
Looking back it's kinda odd that Buick went all in on a modern luxury 2dr this late in the game. I don't think the Eldorado or Mark VIII were lighting up the sales charts. This woulda better served Buick as a four-door early redesign of the Park Avenue. But I guess they wanted to give the Aurora breathing room.
These got 30 mpg. They had 280 lbs/ft. torque at lower RPMs as well. Also, their crappy transmissions held them back significantly. Put a modern 10 speed trans in this thing and it would really fly.
I always felt it was too plain, but @ 25 years old mine has held up well with only one button going sticky. I sanded it down and repainted, problem solved. Can't say that for every 90's car.
Always thought these looked like a fish
Had one as a demo back when this new bodystyle came out in 1995 until 1999 the 3800 supercharged V6 was incredibly fast then and now... 3800 series II and series III and the buick Name have incredible reliability and stay power
I love mine, I've had it 11 years. Best investment. Never broke down on the road.
When GM made Reliable Cars
Take good care of it! Keep it well maintained and fix any corrosion immediately with quality repairs and you'll have it another 14 years, because the new GM vehicles are absolutely garbage!
@@gmctech l agree. I just put mine in the shop. It needs breaks lines, rotors, calipers, & pads. I'm investing in it, 3,000. It's worth it to me. It only has 72,000 miles on it. Came from FL, so no rust except break lines & that's my fault for letting it sit.
Have them drop the transmission pan and change the filter and just top up. Don't ever let anyone power-flush your GM transmission. Seen waaaaaaay too many GM cars come back for new transmissions months after a power flush. Also pop one 2oz tube of "Lubegard 19610 Dr. Tranny Instant Shudder Fix" in the new fluid and it'll feel like a new transmission with no adverse effects because GM transmissions are notorious for TCC shudder.
Good looking out on the tranny comment, I'll do that. What about changing the supercharger oil? I've had it checked, but never changed in these 11 years.
One of the nicest Buicks in my generation, these were beautiful cars. The interior could have been better but the body style was outstanding
Shit trash
This car was so far ahead of its time as far as styling.
Always loved the interior design and the butt. Looks great!
Great styling and a supercharged bulletproof 3.8 Buick V6. Sign me up. If i had been able to afford one at the time this would have been my second choice for a car growing up but i had a super soft spot for 80s g body Oldsmobiles.
Very beautiful this Buick Rivieta, i love this classic car. 3.8, solid and durable engine
The 3800 series engines have proven to be very reliable. I still see these cars out on the roads occasionally. There aren't many 90s cars left on the roads here in Michigan.
My great uncle drove a couple Rivieras of this generation. I think the first one was a 95, then his last one was one the few 99 models built. He was in a wheelchair, and it was easier for him to get in and out with a bench seat. The first one had a bench seat, which I believe he had to special order since his dealership (and all others in his area I’m sure) only had those with bucket seats in stock. He wasn’t able to get a bench seat for a 99, so he was able to make do with bucket seats. Then later on, he finally started getting wheel chair vans.
Bench seat Rivs (like the contemporary Eldorado) are fascinating to me, and also hard to find.
Still such a beautiful car.
That supercharged version felt way faster than what they say.
It was: the actual 0 to 60 time was in the early 7 second range, and then dropped down to the late 6 second range when it got the series 2 supercharged engine with the 240 horsepower. The non supercharged model got to 60 in the early second range. Their estimates were kind of off by a bit.
My 99 supercharged Grand Prix had 240 HP! I think it was 96 when they went up to 240 with the 3800!
@@rich1223 the GP with the supercharged engine had some balls. That was a great car. Only downside was all the buttons lol.
@@jimcole2648 That and my Tranny started to go in and out of OD on the Hwy!
@@rich1223 wow that’s crazy. Lots of miles, bad fluid or sticky valves in the tranny? GM did have some horrible trannys. Not sure which ones were the worse but all makers will have their goods and bads
My good friends father had one of these back in the day, Supercharged of course. We were late for a Hockey game one day. I have never been more scared and comfortable at the same time. That thing pulled like a freight train.
This car looks just like the Aurora love both of these cars not bad looking car sadly was made 4 years wish Buick could had brought it back except turned into sedan.
Stil have my totally restored 96 Riv!
It’s in the garage now need an abs pump module and torque converter!
These are very troublesome parts from the “90s.
It’s custom color and interior!!
One of a kind!
The last cool buick
I always liked these final Riviera coupes and the related swan song generations of the Park Ave and LeSabre. Buick hasn't built anything interesting since.
These were twice the car the Oldsmobile was for the simple fact it sported the absolutely bulletproof 3800 Series engine. I always liked the exterior styling and conservative interior. They didn't sell well at all at the GM dealer I was a Technician at; likely due to pricing and buyer demographics in my area. My grandfather bought the Park Avenue instead of this because of the 4 doors and sportier gauge cluster and interior ergonomics. What few of these we sold easily held their own for longevity and reliability comparing to the LeSabre/Park Avenue platforms. It saddens me to see the absolute garbage GM is pumping out now, especially the crap dawning the venerable Buick emblem and how in less than a decade they've devalued this brand to virtually extinction in regards to status. ☹️
Just got a 2003 buick regal 87,000 miles love it maybe drive it in 2030??
The Riviera reminded me of a Jaguar
You must be as blind as Stevie Wonder then.
@@runoflife87 I think he meant the way it carries itself. It's a plus, stately coupe brought neatly into the modern era. The only difference being a (modern) Jaguar hadn't had a V6 at this point like this does.
Meant to be posh, not plus. Haha.
had one of these back in the 90's loved..now all we get is suv crap with wheezy 4 cylinder engines, and no styling....how times have turned and everyone is dull and boring
Looking back it's kinda odd that Buick went all in on a modern luxury 2dr this late in the game. I don't think the Eldorado or Mark VIII were lighting up the sales charts. This woulda better served Buick as a four-door early redesign of the Park Avenue. But I guess they wanted to give the Aurora breathing room.
The only problem is the crappy 4T60/4T60EHD/4T65.....
My '96 had around 86k miles, and the torque converter gave up even with good care.
Same here!
Weak transmission!!
But the engine is awesome!
Looks better than jaguar
#perfection
Any reviews of the 1995 Geo Metro
At the time an old man's sports car. I want one
Goddamn I guess the algorithm assumes I’ll watch anything and here I am
225/275 from a supercharged v6. Today an n/a v6 makes 300/270 on 87 octane, and gets 30mpg
Yea and they crack the block at 86k miles. These things were tanks.
@@CurtisL8.3066 Which one cracks the block at 86k miles?
These got 30 mpg. They had 280 lbs/ft. torque at lower RPMs as well. Also, their crappy transmissions held them back significantly. Put a modern 10 speed trans in this thing and it would really fly.
@@Lucille69caddy Agreed. 4 gears is not enough. At least 6, if not 8 would do it justice.
3800 baby!
That dash design and materials is just laughable
It really is the uninspired height of GM interior garbage. The stereo/AC layout, vents, T-square console-to-dash architecture. Just pure blah.
I always felt it was too plain, but @ 25 years old mine has held up well with only one button going sticky. I sanded it down and repainted, problem solved. Can't say that for every 90's car.
This was the last and the best year made American car 3800 v6 is still best engine GM made should of stayed with it , now GM going to crap
Nice
Going???? No, they're already well established as utter complete shit boxes.
Just plain odd looking. Too many ellipses like the 2nd gen Ford Taurus. And that rear end--ugh!!
Looks like a pinched loaf.
Your face?
Yeah it’s ok, but it never was even close to the 60s rivieras.
What is the point of this channel?