Ford’s Thunderbird kicked off the personal luxury car craze, also known as the Grand Tourer. Buick jumped on the bandwagon with the Riviera in 1963. Named after the picturesque French Riviera, the nameplate would see a run until 1993, with a short resurrection from 1995 to 1999. The first-generation Riviera has also been the subject of the 2008 Croatian film Buick Riviera, about a Bosnian man and his connection with his Riviera. If you’re after a first-generation Riviera, this 1964 Buick Riviera Sport Coupe is a fine choice, as it appears to be in great condition inside and out.
Exterior and Interior
Penned by GM’s Bill Mitchell, Buick’s personal luxury car had to stand out, and stand out it did. Coke bottle styling, flowing lines, white-striped tires, and chrome wire-wheel style hubcaps all add to its timeless allure. The pale blue color further accentuates its stateliness, and for a Sixties car, the Riviera packs less chrome than you’d expect. Up front, quad headlamps are framed by buttress-esque front wings, and the Riviera emblem stands tall on the long hood. The emblem is also visible on the wheel centers, as well as in the tail lamp lenses. A plaque on the side sill informs that the coachwork, or body was done by Fisher, one of the renown names of the Sixties for coachbuilding. The interior of this 1964 Buick Riviera Sport Coupe features low-back seats for four occupants trimmed in white leather, wood trim and a metal-effect dash. The two-spoke steering wheel features the Riviera emblem on it, and it is present across other areas of the interior as well. A plaque on the center console informs that the first owner of this car was a Mr. E. Walton. The Riviera comes with period luxury features such as climate control, cruise control and a push-button radio.
Engine
Although the Riviera was nearly 4,000lbs in weight, it was 10% lighter than the competition, hence the 465ci (7.0L) Nailhead V8 under the hood of this 1964 Buick Riviera Sport Coupe was sufficient for some sprightly performance when new. With a reported 340hp of power, the performance figures were an impressive 8 seconds to sixty from rest, and a top speed of 115mph as tested by Motor Trend. Automatic transmission, power steering and power drum brakes were standard equipment.
For many enthusiasts, the 1967 Buick Riviera represents the pinnacle of Buick's personal luxury era. Widely regarded as one of Bill Mitchell's finest designs, the second-generation Riviera combined razor-sharp styling with effortless V8 performance, creating a grand touring coupe that could comfortably compete with the Ford Thunderbird while maintaining a character all its own. Beneath its sculpted sheet metal lies Buick's legendary 430ci Nailhead successor, an engine celebrated for its immense torque delivery and smooth highway manners. Showing 19,594 miles, this Riviera is finished in elegant Goldmist Metallic over a Black interior with a Black vinyl roof, presenting a timeless combination on one of GM's most iconic personal luxury cars.
The first-generation Buick Riviera remains one of the most elegant American personal luxury coupes ever produced, and the 1967 model represents the final and most refined year of the original design. Penned under the direction of Bill Mitchell, the Riviera combined dramatic proportions, hidden headlights, and unmistakable GM styling with serious big-block performance, creating a uniquely sophisticated grand touring machine. This 1967 Buick Riviera, showing just 3,059 miles, presents as a beautifully restored and tastefully upgraded example finished in striking Blue over a Blue and White interior. Powered by Buick’s formidable 430ci V8 and enhanced with select performance and cosmetic upgrades, this Riviera offers the ideal blend of classic luxury, vintage American muscle, and effortless cruising presence.
Personal Luxury Cars have been a mainstay of much of our automotive culture, competing in the luxury space before everything went down the SUV route. This 1977 Buick Riviera was one of the formidable contenders for your money in the 70s, if you were seeking one of these machines. Coming from the fifth generation of Riviera, this car boasts a Blue Firemist Metallic paint job, a 350ci V8, and a 3-speed automatic transmission. On the inside, it offers a white four-seat interior and has received a Kenwood head unit plus a Garmin navigation display as upgrades. With just 88,711 miles on the clock, this car is currently up for grabs in Brooksville, Florida. Contact us if you’d like to purchase it.
The 1968 Buick Skylark Custom Coupe represents Buick’s approach to combining V8 performance with refined styling and comfort during the classic American coupe era. Showing 116,588 miles, this example is powered by a 350ci V8 paired with a 2-Speed Super Turbine automatic transmission and features desirable equipment including power steering, and a classic two-tone hardtop roof. Finished in Blue Mist Metallic with a matching Blue interior, this Skylark Custom retains its period-correct character with chrome exterior trim, deluxe wheel covers, and Buick’s signature blend of style and drivability.
For many enthusiasts, the 1967 Buick Riviera represents the pinnacle of Buick's personal luxury era. Widely regarded as one of Bill Mitchell's finest designs, the second-generation Riviera combined razor-sharp styling with effortless V8 performance, creating a grand touring coupe that could comfortably compete with the Ford Thunderbird while maintaining a character all its own. Beneath its sculpted sheet metal lies Buick's legendary 430ci Nailhead successor, an engine celebrated for its immense torque delivery and smooth highway manners. Showing 19,594 miles, this Riviera is finished in elegant Goldmist Metallic over a Black interior with a Black vinyl roof, presenting a timeless combination on one of GM's most iconic personal luxury cars.
The 1987 Buick Regal Grand National is one of the most recognizable American performance cars of the 1980s, combining stealthy styling with groundbreaking turbocharged power. Finished in the iconic black exterior, this Grand National represents Buick’s legendary approach to performance, using a 3.8L turbocharged and intercooled V6 to deliver impressive torque and acceleration that challenged traditional V8 muscle cars of its era. With its rear-wheel-drive layout, factory turbo technology, and unmistakable Grand National appearance, this example remains a highly collectible piece of American muscle car history. Showing 95,035 miles, it offers the opportunity to own one of Buick’s most celebrated performance icons.
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