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https://www.ebay.com/itm/1990-Buick-Reatta-Convertible/163194236607?hash=item25ff226ebf:g:ltkAAOSwkXRbbFkq Take a look if interested in a red/gray convertible. One owner, 51,300 miles, looks good (don't know about condition of top). Do your homework but at an asking of $8,700, looks like a bargain. It's in a place called Nebraska (I think they are part of the union).

Buy the car as something you will get years and years of enjoyment from. Don't buy it as an investment (assuming the car will appreciate in value).

FWIW...wheels speed sensors are specific for 1991 MY. Don't think you can use 1988-1990 sensors with a 1991 Reatta. And while not mechanical, some IP modules/switches are specific for the 1991 Reatta.

Good to know. I recall first seeing the car listed at the $10K asking price. Nevertheless, it is a SoCal car (I saw the car a few years ago in Palm Springs - wasn't selling then) and was in good shape inside and out the last I saw it. Always tread carefully. Any buyer should ALWAYS see the car first (unless you have discretionary funds). Still worth serious consideration for those who must have a n S60 as its obvious the buyer wants the car out of his life.

THIS AD HAS EXPIRED For those that salivate over a S60, this car has dropped $2,500 from its original asking price. It's been available for 3+ months (maybe longer). A shrewd negotiator should get it for $6,900 (assuming the car is kosher) - https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/cto/d/1990-buick-reatta-select-sixty/6611835137.html

Don't disagree about Reattas leaving California. I've been looking for a rust-free 1988-1989 coupe (not red/tan) the past 18 months and the inventory is practically nil.

Same car listed on CL: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ctd/d/1989-buick-reatta-coupe-42k/6620239174.html Looks like you got the car for a weee bit less then the seller wanted. Enjoy!

Something isn't making sense Barney. Observation: We (the forum) had this conversation 7 1/2 years ago. Back then, the data you supplied said there were 1,435 registered Reattas in California (approx 14,500 registered in the US in 2011). California had the most Reattas registered in the nation. Fast forward 7-8 years later and now its 337 and California is 5th on the list among the states (the ranking isn't my concern). If the Reatta count for California has dropped about 75% over the past 7-8 years, either the number given circa 2011 was incorrect or today's numbers are incorrect. Taking it a step further, I would say today's count (for California) is more accurate then the number given seven years ago. Then again, I think the source of today's data vs 7-8 years ago is the same (correct me if I'm wrong). But with a near 50% drop (based on the enclosed graph) from 8 years ago, Reatta values have changed very little.

For clarification, this will replace a 1991 (and 1990) radio unit using existing OEM harness?

What is the date when the car has to be removed?

Is there a recent photo of the car that can be posted?

Steve Scott's white convertible with white seats (both with 16 way seats), tan carpet/trim along with the 16" white Reatta wheels looked fantastic. In hindsight, if it was an available option back in the day, it would have been a hit. It could (should?) have easily been the S60 layout (looks much better then a typical S60). The white & white/tan mix compliment each other better then the typical white/tan combo we see.

Here's a short video of today's Reatta Rally 2018 in Woodland Hills, CA. Great weather, terrific atmosphere and enthusiastic participants - couldn't ask for anything more. Exceeded expectations! Eight convertibles (all in fantastic, pride-of-ownership condition), two 1989 coupes and two no-shows. Video below:

IMO, assuming the body/paint on both are in great condition and mechanically no major issues, the 1989 is a better value. Everything under the hood could be repaired/replaced for either car. Current resale on both cars will be about the same. I'm not dismissing that convertibles usually command more money. But if the Reatta was to be considered a valued collectible, the CRT in the 1989 better demonstrates (for that era) what tech could be for the future of automobiles. ...and here we are current day where 'tech' has become the selling point for new cars.

For your reading (dis)pleasure. https://jalopnik.com/comment-of-the-day-defender-of-the-buick-reatta-editio-1825969176

The Good: On the one remaining convertible I have, it has held up great! The Bad: In the last five years, I've only driven the car about 1,200 miles.

To concur, over the years I have had several people contact me via e-mail if EastCoastReattaParts.com and BuickReattaParts are the same company (i.e. same company w/ a location on each coast).

If you buy from them (him), make sure the C also stands for C.O.D.

I'm no expert but I was told by my mechanic that kind of tread pattern is great for rain but noisy for spring/summer travels.

What city are you in? That's about what I get in stop-n-go Los Angeles traffic (highway at 28+ mpg).

$480 w/ a front end alignment. But that's an L.A. price. I'd expect 25% less elsewhere..

FWIW...Steve (our beloved SteveSkyhawk) sent me a text that he saw a Reatta on the TV series Young Sheldon (on CBS). Anyone see it (or have it taped)?

Just bumping the thread (see my original post).

My database of Reatta owners became corrupt (including back up copies). This is the database I use to inform Reatta owners throughout the country (and some penguins in Canada) of the upcoming Reatta Rally held each summer. Earlier today I sent out the first e-mail announcement for the upcoming Reatta Rally to about 20% of the database I have been able to reconstruct. If you did not receive the e-mail and want to be included in future mailings (which may also includes select/desirable Reattas I'm privy to), please send your name & e-mail address to Ervin@ReattaRally.com. Thanks! -- Ervin

I know that car! Forget what the odometer says - it's practically new inside and out (as you already know). Enjoy!