Rare W15 Real Wood, Suede And Leather Option Package, 1 Of 647, Low Mileage on 2040-cars

Year:1985 Mileage:74237 Color:

Location:

Seabrook, Texas, United States

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Up for auction a garage-kept 1985 Riviera in very good condition. This car has the rare real wood option package, including leather seats with suede inserts, and wood and leather steering wheel. Of the 65,305 Rivieras sold in 1985, only 647 had this option.

Exterior: The original sandstone paint is in very good condition, and is very presentable despite showing its age in a few spots, which have been touched up over the years. The dark brown vinyl half-roof is still soft and supple. Coach lamps are intact, but no longer illuminate. Bumper fillers have been replaced within the last two years, so they should have another 30+ years of life. Locking wire wheel covers have a few small dings, but still look very nice. The chrome "R" symbol is missing from the left taillight (Replacements are widely available, as 1979-1985 will fit). Glass and chrome are excellent all around, and tires have 90% tread life left. There is a small spot of rust on the bottom of the right rear bumper extension, otherwise, exterior is rust-free.

Interior: Very good overall condition - seats are still soft, and dash has no cracks. Power seats work great, including the optional right front seat power recliner. Burled walnut dash and door trim are also in excellent condition, and retain their original luster. Wool carpeting is in good shape. The headliner was apparently replaced by a previous owner, and looks OK, but for some reason the visor clip and coat hangers are missing. I'm currently using an improvised clip to hold up the visors.

Mechanical: I've scrupulously maintained the vehicle by performing regular fluid changes, and addressing repairs as they are needed. Parts are still widely available for this car due to the large number of GM E-Body cars produced over a seven year period. Work done over the last year and a half include:

New A/C compressor and accumulator - blows ice cold and the R-12 refrigerant was retained to ensure maximum, as-designed cooling.
New battery
Throttle position sensor
Full tune up
Front crank seal, oil pan gasket, timing cover gasket, and transmission seal replaced
New vacuum hoses and belts
Complete brake job

Car starts right up, and runs and drives well. There are no fluid leaks. Engine runs strong with no unusual noises, and transmission is solid and shifts properly. All power accessories are fully functional, with the exception of the power antenna (Motor runs continuously, so it is currently disconnected - antenna works fine in "manual override" mode). The original radio works, but cassette player and right front speaker are inop. All interior and exterior lighting works properly. Car has current registration and state safety inspection. Depicted manuals will be included in sale.

I have described the car to the best of my ability, please message me with any questions. I currently drive the car locally on weekends, but I have not taken it on any extended road trips, so I would recommend shipping if you need to transport a significant distance. Shipping is at buyer's expense, but I will fully cooperate in any way I can. Car is listed with low reserve. A $500 deposit is required within 24 hours of auction close, with the balance due within seven days in cash or certified funds. I have the car listed for sale locally as well, so I reserve the right to end the auction early. Thanks and happy bidding!

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