1981 Buick Riviera

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

In 1979, the sixth-generation Buick Riviera joined forces with the Cadillac Eldorado and Oldsmobile Toronado in adopting shorter, front-wheel-drive platforms. Despite its smaller stature, the Riviera’s interior remained as luxurious and spacious as ever, with available electronic climate control and a Concert Sound six-speaker audio system. Power came from a standard 252 cu-in V6 beginning in 1981, while a V8 remained optional in the form of a 5.0-liter Oldsmobile-built unit. Named Motor Trend’s “Car of the Year” in 1979, the sixth-generation Riviera remains the best-selling iteration ever. 

Highlights

• First model year to feature a revised egg-crate grille, available electronic climate control, and a Concert Sound six-speaker audio system 

• Powered by 4.1-liter (252 cu-in) V6 mated to a three-speed automatic transmission

• Finished in Dark Maple with matching Dark Maple vinyl top over Maple velour cloth upholstery

• Rides on 15-inch wheels wearing wire wheel covers and wrapped in wide whitewall tires

• Vehicle was undercoated when new and reportedly not driven during the winter months 

• Please note that while the odometer displays just under 73,500 miles, the true mileage of this Riviera is unknown

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Features

• Chrome bumpers 

• Chrome exterior trim

• Protective side molding

• Exterior pinstriping 

• Automatic climate control

• Concert Sound cassette stereo

• Cruise control

• Electric clock

• Front center armrest 

• Two-spoke wood-trimmed steering wheel

• Wood trim accents 

• Power-adjustable bucket seats

• Power windows, mirrors, locks

• Column-mounted shifter

• Automatic level control

• Four-wheel independent suspension

Known Imperfections 

• Front and rear plastic fillers behind bumpers need replacing

Included

• Two keys 

• Owner’s manual

Ownership History

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report begins with a registration entry in Michigan in 2007, where the vehicle has remained up to today. The current owner reportedly inherited the vehicle from a family member in 2023.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.

Contact: Craig Zimmerman Phone: 586.707.5811 email: craig.zimmerman@broadarrowgroup.com

Optional vehicle service contract available for $975. Learn more about the program here.