Positive Review
I purchased this car new and added the few options available, diamond white paint, chrome wheels, moon roof, and the supercharged motor. It has seen two winters and has spent most of it's time in heated storage since. It has all kinds of power, rides smoothly with no rattles or outside noises. A big bonus is that it gets 28MPG on the highway One of the best ever made! Too bad Buick doesn't make them anymore.
Critical Review
Replaced in 14 months and 15k miles April 2001-Feburary 2003: 125K-140k miles Engine overhaul, Transmission, Supercharger x 2( used 60K and brand new),pcv valve, fuel filter, air filter, front struts ,7 oil/filter changes,3 transmission flushes and filters, rear shocks, suspension air compressor, plugs wires, climate control module, blower motor, radiator, rack and pinion, headlights, spark plugs and wires, harmonic balancer, engine belts. It was in the GM dealership for repairs consistently every week for approximately $25,000 in repair bills/ maint. costs. Bought from GM dealership for $7300 sold for $3800 This car cost me over 30k dollars to drive for 1/2 the year since it was being repaired half the time.
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This car is a keeper, were I to only have one car.
We want a car to easly tow a tear-drop trailer.
Single owner, 1997 Buick Riviera Excellent Condition, easily passed smog test, 4-brand new tires. Interior shows little wear, no sents on body. Runs great, smooth handling.
Style, comfort and power
Big car
We bought our Riv on ebay in 2007 from Texas with only 33,000 miles. We have owned it for 14 years with only a water pump to repair. Best car ever with all the options, sun roof, heated seats, steering wheel controls, supercharger and great gas mileage. The Riviera is a true highway star - you can float along for hours in great comfort. Our "Last Riv" has a timeless style and will become a classic. With the stealth nameplates and badges, people often look at the car and I know what they will ask "What kind of car is this? Its a great car !
Great looking, Unique appearance and fun to drive.
Factory alarm system can be problematic.
I am amazed at how well these Buick Rivs age when taken care of. Great leather, beautiful paint and just a rock-solid car to buy. I love the fact that the styling is a combination of retro and futuristic! I have always loved them back when they were new and I finally found the right one after all these years.
Power, Luxury and Economical
Hard to gauge where front bumper is!
I love this car. My friend originally bought this car in Florida. It has a sun roof and is extremely comfortable on long trips. I love that this car is built extremely well. it is solid and rides like a dream. At 6,600 pounds it is also a safe car that would fair well in accident, luckily we never had to find out. It has cruise control and radio selection buttons on the steering wheel which are convenient. The supercharger gives it that get up and go you need for highway driving and the V6 is quite fuel efficient if you do not have a lead foot! We have had this car for about fifteen years and plan on keeping for another fifteen at least. It does need some cosmetic work and a few mechanical issues that can be easily resolved with a little TLC this car will last a very long time!
Fun to drive
No cup holders...yeah, that's it.
Comfortable, good driver, good power, and stylish. Very reliable.
Luxury car smooth quiet ride
some parts are exspensive.
it listed for 34000 new. it goes threw front rotors . headlight switch was replaced ,the belt are a pain to change you have to unbolt a motor mount ,I put some money into the motor at 90000 gaskets . Great car ahead of its time ,great looking lines. It will be a classic . never sell mine.
fun to drive, comfortable, built to last!
could always use more horsepower
i bought this garage kept beauty from the original owner. it's diamond pearl white paint is gorgeous and goes well with the tan leather interior. the riviera is loaded with features like auto leveling, 4 wheel ABS disk brakes, traction control, heated leather power seats, climate control, supercharged, wood grain dash. it is an awesome super luxury coupe. i think i want to be buried in this car because these days it's cheaper than a casket!! lol
Very comfortable ride
Hard to find replacement parts
LOVE this 1995 Rivieria! Wish Buick would come out with a new version. Ride is still comfortable, and though the vehicle now has a few quirks (after 200,000+ miles), it has lasted longer than the 7 vehicles my husband has had during the same time period!