1985 Buick Riviera

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

“Wouldn’t you really rather have a Buick?” So asked the 1985 Buick Riviera brochure — and for good reason. The Riviera was Buick’s definitive take on the “personal luxury car,” a term often used loosely elsewhere but wholly appropriate here, where the concept was born and perfected. 

In 1979, the sixth-generation Riviera transitioned to a front-wheel-drive platform shared with the Cadillac Eldorado and Oldsmobile Toronado. Though shorter in stature, the Riviera retained its signature spaciousness and luxury, offering amenities like electronic climate control and the rich tones of a Concert Sound six-speaker audio system. For those seeking open-air cruising, a convertible joined the traditional coupe for the first time. 

Under the hood, most models were powered by a 5.0-liter V8 paired with a smooth-shifting four-speed automatic transmission. For the fuel-conscious, a diesel engine was available, while the performance-minded could opt for the sporting T-Type, equipped with a turbocharged V6. 

Named Motor Trend’s Car of the Year in 1979, the sixth-generation Riviera remains the best-selling version of the nameplate — a stylish, comfortable reminder of an era when Buick’s badge meant elegance with a touch of attitude. 

Highlights 

• Finished in Dark Blue (31) paint with vinyl Landau roof over a Blue (28A) cloth interior  

• 5.0-liter V8 rated at 140 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque   

• Four-speed overdrive automatic transmission 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features  

• Front-wheel drive  

• Six-way power driver and passenger seats 

• Delco-Bose Concert Sound AM/FM/Cassette stereo  

• Electric touch automatic climate controls  

• 15-inch steel wheels with custom locking wire wheel covers 

• Toyo Extensa A/S P225/70R15 whitewall tires 

Known Imperfections  

• Minor paint blemishes and road rash 

• Cracked bumper cover under rear license plate 

• Cracked bumper cover under both headlights  

• The radio works however, the display is out 

• Wear on dashboard

Included  

• Spare tire with cover 

• Wire wheel cover locking wrench 

• Floor mats 

• Accessories kit 

• Owner’s manual 

• GM Maintenance info 

• Stereo booklet 

• 1985 Buick Audio Owner’s Guide cassette tape 

• Touch-up paint 

• Service records 

Ownership History  

This 1985 Buick Riviera was most recently titled on 11 January 1989 in Warren, Michigan. The only entry in the accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report states, “Title issued or updated” on 19 April 2017 in Saint Clair Shores, Michigan. 

Additional Notes  

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty. 

Contact: Craig Zimmerman  Phone: 586.707.5811‬  email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com