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1965 Buick Riviera on 2040-cars

Year:1965 Mileage:66666 Color: Black /
 Black
Location:

Long Beach, California, United States

Long Beach, California, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:6.6L 6572CC 401Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
For Sale By:Private Seller
Body Type:Hardtop
Fuel Type:GAS
VIN: 494475H935975 Year: 1965
Make: Buick
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Model: Riviera
Trim: Base Hardtop 2-Door
Power Options: Power Windows, Power Seats
Drive Type: U/K
Mileage: 66,666
Number of Cylinders: 8
Exterior Color: Black
Interior Color: Black
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

Here She is 1965 Buick Riviera!  I have owned a bunch of these and they are my favorite Riviera by Far.  The true factory custom.  I am selling this one to help get a bigger house for my family no other reason.  I really want to keep this car but its time to move on.   It is a great car and I have put a lot of time and money into it.  But time for someone else to finish it and enjoy it.  Here's a description of it, if there is any other info you would like or to see the car locally (which I prefer) feel free to contact me.  


Body:  Car was painted Black Single Stage when I got it.  It had sat outside at the painters so needed a little love.  I have had it buffed once but could use a good cut and polish from a professional.  It is deff driver condition.  There is a typical spot on the rear window on the drivers side (typical for this car) I have posted a picture below.  Other than that there are no dents or big scratches.  It looks beautiful from 5 feet.  Car has the gravel guard bottom trim in great shape also.

Motor:  401 Nailhead with a Edelbrock 4 barrel carb.  It runs like a top.  I have installed Pertronix, a new water pump, A new fan clutch and an aftermarket fan shroud keeps these motors super cool.  It also has brand new glass pack exhaust that are tucked up under the rear quarter panels and is quiet not loud at all  I did a compression check when I got the car and it was fine.  It has no blow by so I would say its in good condition.  That being said I do not know if the motor has been rebuilt, but I have never had a problem its just needs to be cleaned and painted.  

Trans:  The transmission is the ST 400 and I just had it rebuilt about 50 miles ago.  Trans was done, torque converter was rebuilt, driveshaft was rebuilt and new center support bearing and all, also brand new hard cooling hard lines installed. I paid over 2k to have it done by a friend of mine who is an awesome transmission guy.  Like I said I wanted to keep it.  

Floor Pan:  Pan is in great shape no rust and is the cleanest I have ever had.  

Chassis:  THe brakes are newer probably have 2000 miles on them.  Stops great.  Front suspension could deff use a freshen up, complete rebuild kits are not that expensive.  Tracks fine.  Car is super LOW springs are heated but ride fine.  I have a brand new set of front shocks to go with the car, I was going to go through the front end next.  

Interior:  It needs the interior done.  I am in the process of doing it now.  No Carpet.  Headlined spears are there.  Seats are deluxe pattern and are not that bad but need a redo.  Dash is cracked.  I have every item for the interior to redo.  I just chromed all of the interior trim along the inside including the back inside window trim, I paid $500 to chrome it all.  I have extra trim because I bought extra so I would have perfect ones.  NO rear speaker tray cover, the ones from Clarks Corvairs are the BEST.  The center console is perfect NO broken tabs like all the rest.   With a new interior this would be an awesome car.  

Headlights:  Headlights are complete and open and close (manually).  All the arms are there as is the motor.  I am not sure of the condition of the motor it is not hooked up, may work or may need a rebuild.  One of the clams hangs up a little so that might be why I got it unconnected.  

Bumpers:  I just re-chromed the front top bumper and it looks great. I installed a super nice lower front bumper the old one was bent.   I have the plate mount and plate side covers in great shape.  Rear bumper is in decent shape could use a re-chrome.  

I know I am forgetting somethings and you guys are welcome to ask.  I am not trying to hide anything.  Car is in decent shape.  These cars are going up in value as we all know so my reserve is more that fair.  I would really like to sell the car locally so the buyer can check it out.  I am willing to help with shipping all I can.  I do NOT have a car shipper you will have to handle that part.  Car is for Sale locally so I reserve the right to end the auction early.  Now do NOT bid on the car if you are not serious.  You did not talk to your wife, do not have all the money whatever! I really want this car to go to a great home so lets get this thing sold to a true Riviera guy!  Good luck


On May-27-13 at 23:30:21 PDT, seller added the following information:

I will not accept bids from people with NO feedback unless you contact me.  I will remove your bid.  

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