454-Powered 1956 Buick Super 2-Door Riviera

Description

Introduced for 1956, Buick's redesigned lineup featured updated styling, a wider grille, and the brand's signature VentiPorts, while the Super occupied the middle of the division's range. The two-door Riviera hardtop body style eliminated the B-pillar for a sleek pillarless profile. Today, these mid-century Buicks remain popular among enthusiasts for their substantial road presence, sweeping body lines, and suitability for customization and cruising.

This 1956 Buick Super Riviera is powered by a big-block V8 reported to displace 454ci, which is paired with a Turbo 400 automatic transmission. Refinished in metallic bronze over a custom tan-and-brown interior, the car is equipped with power steering and power brakes, and it a custom stereo. It rides on front 15-inch wire wheels and rear chrome wheels with beauty rings wrapped in whitewall tires and a lowered suspension.

This modified 1956 Buick Super Riviera is now offered by the seller on behalf of the owner with a shop manual, parts catalog, and a clean Oklahoma title in the owner's name.

Highlights

• 454ci V8 paired with a 3-speed Turbo 400 automatic transmission

• Finished in Metallic Bronze over custom tan and brown upholstery

• 15” front wire wheels and rear chrome wheels with beauty rings

• Whitewall tires

• Power steering and brakes

Factory Equipment

• Two-door hardtop configuration

• Front and rear bench seating

• Full-width instrument panel

• Chrome exterior trim

Modifications

• Aluminum radiator

• Chrome valve covers

• Chrome air-cleaner assembly

• Engine dress-up components

• Lowered suspension

• Custom Sony CD stereo console

• Refinished interior chrome trim

• Rechromed upper door-panel trim

• Wolf whistle horn

Servicing

According to the seller, the car underwent general cleanup and service work after a period of long-term storage.

Ownership History

According to the seller, the car was acquired by a Texas collector at the Barrett-Jackson Reno auction in 2014 and remained in that collection until recently.

Known Imperfections

• Cosmetic imperfections consistent with age and use

• Some exterior chrome exhibits pitting and fading

• Some paint chips and cosmetic blemishes

• Crack in the passenger-side window glass

• Wing windows are seized

• Some wear in carpet

• Horn and fuel gauge inoperable

Included Items

• Shop manual and parts catalog

• Spare tire