JohnD1956

It really irks me that this was sunk!

I have to wonder how well this concept worked?

The first step I recommend is to loosen and retighten the bolts that hold the motor to the car. It may not help but is just a few moments and restores the ground connection. This did seem to be a common issue on the 1977-1980 cars so dont know if it is the same for 60s.

The proportions on those convertibles is just right! That includes the car's proportions.

A silly question but was the key way groove checked for debris? It looks to me like the key is not fully set into the groove

Yes, @Centurion Congrats on your retirement! And, no doubt, adding to that fellow's happy Holidays...

That plastic lens came out great! I wonder how long it will last.

Yes. Still available.

It also works if you tap on the window, although I can only guarantee it to work once.

Thinking about the problem, and not having had such an issue myself, may I ask if there is a spring that goes on the pivot bar for the float? If so I wonder if that is broken, or weak, or installed backwards, or maybe missing?

I missed Jims ( @Machine Gun )comment about no annual inspection for 1995 and earlier years cars in New Jersey. It sounds marvelous, until the reality of what some people will actually drive appears. Those with little concern for their own life, and none for others, who drive unsafe vehicles because of ignorance, poverty, or lack of consciousness are a real threat to innocent populations. It is most unfortunate that those who do play by the rules are forced to prove it with an annual inspection. But I can only hope that inspection process can, and does, remove some of the unsafe vehicles from my intended path. This in no way condones what Rodney has been forced to endure with this Riviera. From my experience with my 95 Riv, and what I have seen on period Buicks, his inspection should focus on questionable brake lines and frame to body mounts.

I keep hoping his son @MEI will post an update on the family, but I know how difficult that may be. DEI was a good guy, and I miss him.

Or, it was named a "Buick" because calling it what it is, "Better", sounded too showy! 😄

Gorgeous view Steve! I am a bit envious...

Damn @g-g-g0! This is heartbreaking! Other than seeing you in Strongsville there is very little to "like" here. But I am glad we will see you in Strongsville.

Welcome to the site. Sweet Buick. I didn't know that there was a 4dr sedan Invicta. Love the color combo. Have you joined the Buick Club yet?

Looks like a happy place to work on the 55. Congratulations on a wonderful build!

Hey, can I do that too? Id even pay for the gas if its one of the 65's with a 4 speed...😁

Interesting info in the Renault. I understand the Renaults of the early 1900's had a good reputation but I can't say that with any authority. Had good news today. The 92 Wagon was sold. I probably should have asked a higher price? 😁😄 I hope the new owner gets a lot of good miles out of it.

I don't know if you knew this model, but here in France there was no Buick Park Avenue in the 90s (only imported), but Renault had made the Renault Laguna. And the Laguna was the great French Sedan of the 90s. I do not know that model. Do you know if any were exported to the USA? What does the rest of it look like? It is similar to GM sedans of the 1991 and up vintage. Looks like a nice vehicle. How reliable were they? My impression of the Renaults from the 70's was likely tainted by the dreams of owning an American muscle car. And without any evidence of their faults I just had a bad impression of the brand.

The interested buyer is also looking for a winter car. So, no, I don't think it will be saved. But he did say it will be needed 3 days a week and will be garaged when not in use. Thats a better track record than what I put it through. 😗

This is an exciting car! Top of the line with the right accessories. Also a very popular year for Buick and a timeless & iconic design. The good news is the wiring isn't usually a problem in the 55 on up. Unless something is not working just leave that alone. How about a picture under the hood? I am thinking it will need spark plugs and spark plug wires. I would do that and other tune up items before messing with or blaming the carburator. Leave that for the last item in case you can leave it alone too. Did it come with a factory service manual? If not I strongly suggest getting one. And if you've never driven a Dynaflow transmission you may find it very odd. Of note is the single speed Drive gear, where you will never feel it shift. It throws a lot of people off. But it is the normal program for a Dynaflow and nothing to be concerned about. Good luck with this car. Hope you get to enjoy it

@sebastienbuick that full sized wagon is very different from mine. They were not that rare in my area of the States. But I suspect many have not survived the decades. Mine is the much smaller Century. A V6, 3300 with front wheel drive. These were not rare either and I have seen two others in the vicinity of my home. But again, not many survived the decades.

Leaning towards