Guest Richard D Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 I found this in Miami, if anyone is interested I will arrange to go look at the car and take pics, drive it, etc. I do not know anything about the seller or car.Hey Padgett, I hear they say 5 is better than 4.Richard.Report Abuse Vehicle Details <SCRIPT type=text/javascript> var vdp_Condition = "Used"; function closeSavePopup() { $get('saveVehiclePopup').style.display = 'none'; } </SCRIPT>1990 Buick Reatta 2dr Convertible <TABLE class="table detailsTable" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_detailsTable style="BORDER-COLLAPSE: collapse" cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD class="tableCell name priceNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_priceNameTableCell>Price</TD><TD class="tableCell value priceValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_priceValueTableCell>$3,300</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell name conditionNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_conditionNameTableCell>Condition</TD><TD class="tableCell value conditionValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_conditionValueTableCell>Used</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell name mileageNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_mileageNameTableCell>Mileage</TD><TD class="tableCell value mileageValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_mileageValueTableCell>56,765</TD></TR><TR id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_TrimRow><TD class="tableCell name trimNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_trimNameTableCell>Trim</TD><TD class="tableCell value trimValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_trimValueTableCell>2dr Convertible</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell name transmissionNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_transmissionNameTableCell>Trans</TD><TD class="tableCell value transmissionValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_transmissionValueTableCell>4 Speed Automatic</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell name doorsNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_doorsNameTableCell>Doors</TD><TD class="tableCell value doorsValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_doorsValueTableCell>NA</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell name fuelNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_fuelNameTableCell>Fuel</TD><TD class="tableCell value fuelValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_fuelValueTableCell>Gas</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell name engineNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_engineNameTableCell>Engine</TD><TD class="tableCell value engineValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_engineValueTableCell>6 Cyl 3.8L Gas</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell name epaNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_epaNameTableCell>MPG<SMALL>*</SMALL></TD><TD class="tableCell value epaValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_epaValueTableCell>NA Cty / NA Hwy</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell name exteriorColorNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_exteriorColorNameTableCell>Exterior Color</TD><TD class="tableCell value exteriorColorValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_exteriorColorValueTableCell>Black</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell name interiorColorNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_interiorColorNameTableCell>Interior Color</TD><TD class="tableCell value interiorColorValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_interiorColorValueTableCell>Burgundy</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell name bodyStyleNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_bodyStyleNameTableCell>Body</TD><TD class="tableCell value bodyStyleValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_bodyStyleValueTableCell>Convertible</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell name vinNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_vinNameTableCell>Vin</TD><TD class="tableCell value vinValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_vinValueTableCell>unknown</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell endorsementsTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_endorsementsTableCell colSpan=2></TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell commentsNameTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_commentsNameTableCell colSpan=2>Seller Comments:</TD></TR><TR><TD class="tableCell commentsValueTableCell" id=ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_vehicleDetails_commentsValueTableCell colSpan=2>All I can say is wow this is a great little convertible and it is in great shape. New brakes tires are all in great shape with these low miles on it this is one you should be looking at if you want a great little car for a great price that won't break your wallet.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><SMALL>*</SMALL>Based on EPA estimate View Disclaimer LOADING...<SCRIPT language=javascript type=text/javascript> var VehixPresentationMediaGrid = null; var VehixPresentationMediaActiveImage = null; var VehixPresentationMediaBrowser = null; var _showException = false; gvx_ApplicationPath= "/" == "/" ? "" : "/"; Sys.Application.add_load(loadMediaPlayer); function loadMediaPlayer() { if(!Sys.WebForms.PageRequestManager.getInstance().get_isInAsyncPostBack()) { try { VehixPresentationMediaGrid = new Vehix.Presentation.MediaGrid(); VehixPresentationMediaGrid.overrideAndLoadSinglePanel = ("False" == "False")?false:true; VehixPresentationMediaActiveImage = new Vehix.Presentation.MediaActiveImage(); VehixPresentationMediaBrowser = new Vehix.Presentation.MediaBrowser(VehixPresentationMediaGrid, VehixPresentationMediaActiveImage); VehixPresentationMediaBrowser.mediaBrowserContainerID = "ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_mediaBrowser_mediaBrowserUserControlPanel"; //Need to implement VehixPresentationMediaBrowser.verticalNavigationContainerID = "ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_mediaBrowser_HorizontalNavigationContainer" VehixPresentationMediaBrowser.ID = "VehixPresentationMediaBrowser"; VehixPresentationMediaBrowser.menuContainerID = "ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_mediaBrowser_Menu"; //Load Grid Values VehixPresentationMediaGrid.gridContainerID = "ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_mediaBrowser_GridContainer"; VehixPresentationMediaGrid.data = [] //Load Active Image Values VehixPresentationMediaActiveImage.activeImageContainer = "ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_mediaBrowser_ActiveContainer" VehixPresentationMediaActiveImage.sold = false VehixPresentationMediaActiveImage.expired = false VehixPresentationMediaActiveImage.defaultImagePath = "http://img.vhx.com/sellers/99/40545926/unknown_f4f942dc-7066-4aa6-8eed-a903b97c7c07.jpg"; VehixPresentationMediaActiveImage.slideShowDimmerClientID = "ctl00_ctl00_pageContent_mediaBrowser_SlideShowDimmer"; //Load Media Browser VehixPresentationMediaBrowser.create(); } catch(err) { displayExceptions(err); } } } function displayExceptions(err) { if(_showException) alert(err); else throw err; }</SCRIPT> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 (edited) Why not ? Wonder where it has been. Cars in Florida do not need front license plates. Is there a top ? Also wonder how they can do a CarFax without a VIN. Might ask if it has a clear Florida title (not salvage or rebuilt). Edited January 24, 2011 by padgett (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Richard D Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 (edited) I called the number and it turns out to be a used car dealer in Hialeah, that is in the north end of town where there are at least 100 buy here, pay here dealers. When I asked when I could come see the car I was told to call back when the owner was there. When I called back I still could not get a straight answer on VIN, when I could see the car and since I was born here 50+ years ago and have never seen a hill or mountian shown in the background I was told that may have been a "beauty" shot of a different car. If any one is still interested he told he would have the VIN and when I could look at it tomorrow. If it looks too good to be true...CHEERSRichardUPDATE 7 PM 1/24I just went back to the site and now it is a Vehix listing and says it is a private seller, not a dealer. Stay tuned for more info. Edited January 25, 2011 by Richard D (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Wonder what they really have... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDirk Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 I predict that it will actually be a rusted out Levi's edition Gremlin hatchback (with the denim upholstered seats). Wait, maybe it's really a LeCar, lavender with the purple rocker graphics.Too much, uh, strangeness about this listing. Do let us know what you find out, I am curious - and no, not because I want to buy it rest assured. KDirk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCReatta Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Google image search for "Buick Reatta Convertible" Turns up the picture.I doubt that's the car at all.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Richard D Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 I received no call or email from the "seller" The phone number has been disconected. Hey, I would like a stock Gremlin with nice paint, no rust, A/C, power brakes, steering and auto. I think my old car illness is getting worse.Richard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Gremlins make great drag cars, if you wanted a Pacer now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juddev Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 6 cyl Gremlin- fantastic gas mileage, fun car as long as the back hatchback window doesn't fall off. Gremlin with 401 V8, almost as much fun as the 69 SC Rambler with the 390 V8.Hp to weight ratio's to die for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 (edited) Always thought they started out to make a real car and suddenly stopped. Of course I also always thought a 65 Rambler American coupe was once of the nicest designs around, almost as nice as a 54 Studebaker Starlight.Just as well it did not pan out, am out of license plates. Edited January 25, 2011 by padgett (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Gotta be a Gremlin X with the 304 V8The other AMC I really would consider adding to the Buick stable would be the Hornet SC/360...of course a SC/Rambler or Rebel Machine would be tempting. My first "old" car was a '74 Javelin AMX with 401 4 speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 I always liked the 70 AMX, if it only had a real dash and sport wheel... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 I guess as long as this post has been hyjacked I will add to it.Back when Gremlins were fairly new I was going to a Western Electric school in Denver and staying at the Holiday Inn on Colorado Blvd.On the driveway coming out of the motel onto Colorado Blvd was a small dip in the edge of the road so rain water could run down the edge of the street. A Gremlin was leaving the motel and stopped with the front tires in that depression waiting for traffic and when it went to leave it couldn't, as the transmission was slipping so bad it couldn't get out of that 6 inch drainway. We had to walk over and give it a push so the owner could continue on his way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nick Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 Is it a convert or a coup?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest steveskyhawk Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 This is one of those times that if it seems too good to be true then it is. Does the picture look like Miami? I have seen this same car with the same photo advertised elsewhere and the price was a more realistic 9,500 or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 One thing to keep in mind...in December I had posted on the Buick General forum after a friend sent me an e-mail. Apparently our '52 Buick Roadmaster was for sale in the Charlotte area. They had grabbed a photo of the car from my personal web site. It made me angry, particularly since they just had to grab a photo with my wife in it. One of the guys on the forum phoned him up, chatted about the car he didn't own, and after a while toying with him, let the guy have it...it didn't seem to faze the guy though...either has a similar car with no photos, or is too stupid to realize that folks were on to him.It is just proof that scam sales appear on the Internet on a regular basis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 Well they do show up occasionally. That is about what I paid for the black/grey 'vert with the usual needs (cosmetics, headlamp motors rebuild, tires, etc) & just over 100k miles (Doug has seen it). Only reason was no need for even a wire brush and rustolium underneath, really better than the white car when I bought it. Problem is insufficient round tuits. Just rebuilding the headlamp motors took four evenings and this morning. Nice part is all headlight motor bolts and headlight rim screws removed easily (and added SilverStars while at it). And now that I understand Jim's method, letting of blood may no longer be necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest squiretom Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 blood is an offering so the Reatta gnomes don't crap or whiz on any of the electronical stuffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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