Selling deceased uncle's beloved '91 coupe

Hello everyone,

My uncle passed away in January and has been a Reatta enthusiast since he bought his '91 brand new **EDIT, after speaking with my uncle's mechanic, I found out he had bought an earlier model Reatta new and didn't like the electronic brake system, so bought this car used, from a Dr. who had put about 50,000 miles on it**.

It is now time to sell his car, and the acquired parts he thought would be important to have knowing their limited availability and didn't want to be left in the future with a repair that he couldn't quickly get resolved. His car was a daily driver 140,xxx miles, and meticulously maintained by the same Buick dealer's mechanic for years. He only put OEM quality parts on this car, and kept it in great condition.

I've downloaded the "Selling your Reatta" checklist, and need help determining if his car indeed has 16 way seats-the driver's possibly, the passenger's I think not. I live out of state, away from the car. But I took some photos of the car, and wonder if the door and seat pictures will clue you in on what type of seats he has. Any help is appreciated.

I'm going through the parts that he has, the larger ticket items that stand out to me are:

NEW:

brake booster, exhaust: muffler, pipes and catalytic converter, front bumper cover, grill, struts, mounts, weatherstrip, side marker lights, foglights, trunk struts, L&R mirror brackets, hood emblems.

USED/REFURBISHED:

Refurbished 16" rims and centercaps (at least 3 rims and 8 caps), headlight assemblies, and taillights, bumper covers and trim, electric seat bottoms w/ 3 or 5 motors, many switches and more.

May sell some of the parts separate from the car, may include some or all with the car, but would like to find an enthusiast who appreciates the car like my uncle Bill did. Also, any suggestions of other enthusiast sites to post the car/parts for sale ad?

Thanks in advance for any help you can offer.

Rob

They are 16 way seats. Good luck

Also, any suggestions of other enthusiast sites to post the car/parts for sale ad?

Rob,

You can post on the Reatta Owners Journal as well.

John F.

i should be put on craigslist too if not already.

Asking price?

Can you let m know if it's still available and what your asking price is.

Reply to efendizil@gmail.com. Craigslist and eBay will not get you results. Tried it and had "tire kickers" respond.

I'll make it a cash transaction and am flying into Sarasota or Tampa to see family in a couple of weeks.

Thanks. Aram

Thanks everyone for the replies and help. I've started talking to everyone who's inquired about the car, so I need to put the information up here. I'm including the "selling your Reatta" questionnaire. The car basically needs nothing, the only things we can find on the car that aren't perfect are a 1/4" crack on the driver armrest and the outside driver seat bolster looks a little soft. EVERYTHING else on the car is in excellent shape. This was my uncle's baby and he was meticulous with his maintenance, and kept a detailed inventory of the spare used parts and NLA parts he acquired to keep his Reatta on the road.

We are asking for $4300 for the car + $1500 for the parts. You can contact me for more pictures, inventory list, etc.[h=1][/h][h=1]Selling your Reatta?

1991 Buick Reatta Coupe

Mileage:__ 140,981 __

Considered Correct? Yes

Location:___Dunedin, FL____

VIN:__1g4ec13L6MB901338______

Title: Clear_X__ Salvage____ Other___

Any Accident History? (No, from records, and mechanic, it’s been in no accidents)

Asking Price: $4300

Willing to take trade (N)

Exterior Color: White

Interior Color: Grey

Paint Original? (N) Buick Dealer repainted about 8 years ago, front and rear glass replaced with weatherstripping at that time

Paint Condition? (Excellent)

Belt & Bumper Molding Color: (White)

Body Dents: (N)

Body Rust: (N)

Windshield Chipped or Cracked? (N)

Vent Glass Intact? (Y)

Rubber surround molding for windshield condition? (Excellent)

(Coupe only) Rubber surround molding for rear window condition? (Excellent)

Out Side Mirrors Intact? (Y)

Headlight Motors Function Correctly? (Y)

Tail Light Lens: (Clear, not foggy or dull)

(Interior Original? (Y)

16 Way Seats? (Y)

Works (Y)

Suede bolsters? (88 only) (N)

Seat Condition? (Excellent/Good) driver outside bolster a little soft/worn, see picture

Drivers interior door panel condition? (Good) Tiny ¼” crack: see pics

Passengers interior door panel condition? (Excellent)

Center console top armrest condition? (Excellent)

Door weather stripping condition? (Excellent)

Headliner Condition? (Excellent)

Carpet Condition? (Excellent)

Original Floor Mats: (Y)

Floor Mat Condition: (Excellent)

Condition of Steering Wheel Leather: (Excellent)

Sun Roof? (N)

Functional Keyless Entry? (Y)

Both Remotes? (**Edit, found both, one has never been used)

Problems with Electronic Dash items? (N)

Power Windows Work Correctly? (Y)

Power Seats Work Correctly? (Y)

Power Door Locks Work Correctly? (Y)

Power Antenna Work Correctly? (Y)

Original Sound System? (Y)

Factory CD Player? (90-91 only) (Y)

Sound System Fully Functional? (Y)

If N what are the problems (i.e. tape player, CD, speakers, noise):

Aftermarket Sound System Equipment? (N)

If Y describe:

A/C Functional? (Y)

[/h][h=1]Has the A/C been converted from R12 to R134A? (N)

Does the suspension require any attention? (N)

If Y describe what is needed

Tire Brand: MICHELIN DEFENDER 215/60/16

Remaining Tread: Very Good, fronts put on at 139,720 miles 7/6/13

Are All Tires Matched? (Y) toy tire spare

Factory Wheels? (Y)

Factory Wheel Center Caps Condition: (Excellent)

Any Brake Components Replaced? (Y)

If Y describe the part(s) replaced and when? 127,191 miles 1/27/11: front and rear pads and rotors

Last Time Brake System Was Flushed?

136325 miles 5/21/12

Original Engine? (Y)

If N when replaced and how many miles on replacement?

Original Engine Rebuilt? (N)

If Y when and how many miles ago?

Does Engine require attention? (N)

If Y what needs to be done.

When was last tune up?

132,801 miles 11/7/11 Spark plugs

136,325 miles 5/21/12 Plug Wires

Does the engine, cooling system, power steering, or brake system leak any fluids? (N)

If Y describe in detail what is leaking, to what extent.

How often do you change the oil? 3,000 miles

Original Transmission? (Y)

If N when replaced and how many miles on replacement?

Original Transmission Rebuilt? (N)

If Y when and how many miles ago?

Does Transmission require attention? (N)

If Y what needs to be done?

When was last Transmission Service?

Last serviced at 127,808 miles-1/25/12

Any Transmission Leaks? (N)

If Y to what extent?

Have CV joints been replaced? (N)

If Y when and how many miles ago?

I have (most/all) receipts for service for the last ___ years and ___approx 90,000__ miles) My brother WILL find all receipts for the car, just haven’t found them yet. I do have last 5 years of repair history, printed out from the Dealership that has done all work on the car since my Uncle bought the car.

**EDIT I have all receipts for service since my uncle owned the car. **

Does the car have the owners manual portfolio? (No)

In General, What items need attention? Nothing

All maintanence is current: see repair summary. Only things we can find are ¼” crack on driver’s arm rest, and driver’s side bolster looks a little soft/cracked from use.

My Reatta Drives: (Excellent-Good) I drove it, smooth, well running car.

I am (my uncle) the __2nd____owner of this Reatta.

Bought from a doctor when it had 50,000 miles or so.

Contact Me at 916-342-6740 or email me at

robherdman AT sbcglobal dot net

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I didn't know that original '91 floor mats were made different from other Reatta floor mats.