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1997 Buick Riviera

Used 1997 Buick Riviera

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1997 Buick Riviera Exterior: 0
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1997
Fuel Economy
19 combined mpg
Horsepower
240 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • V6, 3.8 Liter
  • V6, Supercharged, 3.8L
Cargo Volume
17.4 cu ft
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1997 Buick Riviera Overview

1997 Buick Riviera Pricing

1997 Buick Riviera pricing starts at $2,445 for the Riviera Coupe 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $31,375 when new. The range-topping 1997 Riviera Coupe 2D starts at $2,445 today, originally priced from $31,375.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Coupe 2D
$31,375
$2,445

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1997 Buick Riviera models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Riviera Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Buick Riviera (1995-1999) a 4.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 97% recommend it. These figures are based on 143 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1997 Buick Riviera

"These are awesome cars!!"

"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."

"Best Car I have ever Owned"

"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 !"

"LOVE THIS CAR"

"I loved this car and wanted one forever, but the planets never aligned for me. finally I picked one up, 98 fully optioned 134k. The car has some slight hail damage, some slight interior wear and the infamous paint damage. other than that, the car just glides its as great as I imagined."

Overall 1997 Buick Riviera Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 Buick Riviera is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 Buick Riviera quality a 4.6 out of 5.

1997 Buick Riviera Reliability

The 1997 Buick Riviera receives an average consumer rating of 4.6 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1997 Riviera Features

According to drivers of the 1997 Riviera, here are some of its best features:

  • Great looking, Unique appearance and fun to drive.
  • Style, comfort and power
  • Price, drive, leather, supercharged, sunroof
  • Fun to drive
  • Excellent fun classic buick to drive

1997 Buick Riviera MPG by Trim

1997 Riviera Coupe 2D - city 16 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

1997 Riviera Safety

1997 Buick Riviera Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
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1997 Buick Riviera
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.6
Consumer Rating
Based on 143 Consumer Reviews
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4.6
Performance
4.7
Quality
4.6
Comfort
4.8
Reliability
4.7
Styling
4.7

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1997 Buick Riviera Style

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
Coupe 2D
$2,445
19 MPG
240 @ 5200 RPM
V6, Supercharged, 3.8L
17.4 cu ft
280 lb-ft
3720 lbs
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1997 Buick Riviera Depreciation

A 1997 Buick Riviera has depreciated $199 or 9% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,846 and trade-in value of $918.

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1997 Buick Riviera Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $6
$2,045
$1,221
2023
$57
$1,988
$1,118
2024
$94
$1,894
$981
Now
$48
$1,846
$918
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1997 Buick Riviera Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3720 lbs.
EPA Passenger
99.5 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
116.9 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
20.0 gallons
Front Head Room
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room
42.6 inches
Max Seating Capacity
6
Overall Length
207.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room
57.8 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
17.4 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
39.1 feet
Wheel Base
113.8 inches
Width with mirrors
75.0 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
2 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
16 mpg
Highway
24 mpg
Combined
19 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
240 @ 5200 RPM
Torque
280 @ 3600 rpm
Engine
V6, Supercharged, 3.8L

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

1997 Buick Riviera Safety

1997 Buick Riviera Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors

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Price
$2,445
$2,471
$2,367
$2,198
Consumer Rating
4.6
4.4
4.4
4.4
Fuel Economy
City 16/Hwy 24/Comb 19 MPG
City 25/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG
City 22/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG
City 17/Hwy 28/Comb 21 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity6545
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
240 @ 5200 RPM
111 @ 5500 RPM
124 @ 5600 RPM
200 @ 5200 RPM
Engine
V6, Supercharged, 3.8L
4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.9 Liter
V6, 3.8 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

1997 Buick Riviera Rankings

FAQs

Is 1997 a good year for a Buick Riviera?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.6 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 Riviera is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Buick Riviera 1997 a good Coupe?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.6 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 Riviera is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1997 Buick Riviera?

The 1997 Buick Riviera gets 16 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway.

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