Chimera Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 (edited) THE SPEED ALERT!!! Option K3 on the 68 Riviera for $8.42 Got to love that sound... https://youtu.be/NNo4RJMcrg8 Edited May 5, 2017 by Chimera (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Don't you just love it when guys video their speedometer but don't bother to watch the road? YIkes!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimera Posted May 5, 2017 Author Share Posted May 5, 2017 I had assistance... Safety First! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jframe Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 GOT to love the sound of these! Can't tell you how many I have scared back into their driving lane and out of mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Oh yeah. But I wasn't driving mine in the days of the "I can multitask and drive and text at the same time" driver's. When she was 16, my younger daughter drove my 63 to summer school. Many times she'd honk at kids causing them drop their books and scatter. "That's what they get for walking down the middle of the parking lot" was her reasoning. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KongaMan Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 1 hour ago, RivNut said: Oh yeah. But I wasn't driving mine in the days of the "I can multitask and drive and text at the same time" driver's. Yeah, but you were driving in the days of "I can drive with my knee while I open a beer" drivers. BTW, I've got another car with an auxiliary air compressor and a set of (IIRC) Greyhound bus horns. You send 100psi through them and you get people's attention. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alini Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 How about the built in feature on the first gens. you can not lock your keys in the car. You have to use your key to lock the door. If you push the door lock down and shut the door it unlocks itself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seafoam65 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 (edited) Chris I believe that if you push in the outside door handle push button while closing the door with the inside lock button down that it will lock when you shut the door. That is my recollection anyway.....I never lock the doors on my car. Edited May 5, 2017 by Seafoam65 (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KongaMan Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 8 minutes ago, alini said: How about the built in feature on the first gens. you can not lock your keys in the car. You have to use your key to lock the door. If you push the door lock down and shut the door it unlocks itself My car doesn't work like that. You have to hold the button in when you close the door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 17 minutes ago, Seafoam65 said: Chris I believe that if you push in the outside door handle push button while closing the door with the inside lock button down that it will lock when you shut the door. That is my recollection anyway.....I never lock the doors on my car. You are correct. Isn't the Riviera a car that you can also start and drive the car without the key. Just turn the ignition switch to off rather than lock and then the ignition switch can be turned with your thumb and forefinger. I know that I've had Buicks like this in the past, but not sure which years. My little brother drove our 50 Special through the garage door because of this feature. He was "playing like he was driving." Sat down, turned on the switch, then stepped on the accelerator pedal. The car was in 1st gear and the starter motor engaged with the accelerator start and the car went through the garage door. Of course you know who got blamed for not locking the ignition. Mom took my side but dad swore that he didn't leave it like that (like he always did.) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KongaMan Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 If you leave the switch in OFF instead of LOCK, you can start it without a key. I usually keep my cars like that -- in the garage, anyway. I guess that's why it's marked LOCK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Curran Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Positraction on my 64 because it put a smile on my face every time I put my foot into it and left many a so called muscle car in full view in my rear view mirror! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWB Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 18 hours ago, Chimera said: THE SPEED ALERT!!! Option K3 on the 68 Riviera for $8.42 Got to love that sound... Speed alert? Is that what it is? I thought the plant left a Philips shaver in there. bzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodneybeauchamp Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 It's the interior lighting that does it for me. It looks like a Christmas tree when opening the door, as all six lights come on!???????????????????????????????? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JZRIV Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Of the gadget/accessory type options on 60s cars, my favorite 2 are the 4 notes and AM/FM Stereo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 16 hours ago, RivNut said: Isn't the Riviera a car that you can also start and drive the car without the key. You bet! I lost my ignition key sometime around 1996. I need to re-key that unlocked switch some time. Time goes by fast, that was 20 years ago. Bernie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
68RIVGS Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 . . . my most little or no fun option was vacuum anything - '68s and '69s were full of them !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lrlforfun Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 OK Riviera People: I played a game in my head while working out. This game really took the sting out of some tough exercising. I'd take one of my cars...or a car i knew of and would imagine Just 3 or fewer added options. I could add to give any particular car the extra something I'd like to see. BTW, with First-Gen Rivz....Full tint, a/c and power windows is almost everything. Example: A stock 64 Riv. Beige/saddle Custom, power windows, a/c. What 3 options would i add? In this case nothing. Example: A stock 65 Riv White/blue, Standard, no power windows, a/c. I'd just add power windows. Example: A 60 Le Sabre 4 door post silver, Power steering, automatic, music-n-heat. I'd add Full tint, a/c, power brakes Get the jist? Mitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black River Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 I know its not an option, but hideaway headlights on any of them is the coolest feature of a Riv to me..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black River Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Well, that and the dual 4 barrels Super Wildcat option. I'd say that's the best option to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Mckenzie Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 (edited) The Twilight Sentinel,Wonder bar radio foot switch,Ya the buzzer is cool too . The rear center armrest. Clam shell headlights ..I bought a `64 with almost none of the cool stuff. I happened upon a `63 that had the deluxe interior . I bought it all for $200 (that`s $146 in US funds) I now have Tilt wheel, dual paddle handles,wonder bar radio with foot switch, power seat ,remote drivers mirror. I couldn`t pass it up. Can`t say I`m all that keen on a purse hook though. Purists may see the changes but what the heck. Edited May 7, 2017 by Scott Mckenzie (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmTee Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Pleasur-Lift (air shocks) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWB Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 HIS and HERS ashtrays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimera Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 5 minutes ago, EmTee said: Pleasur-Lift (air shocks) What vehicle are these air shocks on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimera Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 (edited) Nice dual ashtrays, here is the tissue dispenser going in my 66 (or can this not be mounted with center console shifter interior?). Edited May 8, 2017 by Chimera (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KongaMan Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 What happened to that tissue dispenser? It looks like somebody cut a chunk out of the middle. It also looks like you're missing the mounting bracket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimera Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 Thats where the tissue comes out...Im thinking. I'm pretty sure this is the mounting bracket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KongaMan Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 (edited) Now I get it. When I looked at the earlier picture, it wasn't immediately obvious that the velour was pulled up through the opening. Instead, it looked like a piece had been cut out. Edited May 8, 2017 by KongaMan (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimera Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 (edited) Or how about the ruby bejeweled hazard warning flasher accessory?! Thats going in the 66 Riv. Edited May 8, 2017 by Chimera (see edit history) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaRiviera Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 Here are some my favorite options, not mentioned above... Reverb Purse hook Vacuum trunk release Cornering lights Rear seat arm rest Dinsmore compass, (the angular one). Turbine wheels Rear window defroster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimera Posted May 9, 2017 Author Share Posted May 9, 2017 (edited) Honestly, I do think the vacuum trunk release takes the cake. So simple...so pure...There is just something so satisfying about hitting that red button and hearing the vacuum...then trunk release. Thats the sound of technology. Edited May 10, 2017 by Chimera (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1965rivgs Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 8 hours ago, VillaRiviera said: Here are some my favorite options, not mentioned above... Reverb Purse hook Vacuum trunk release Cornering lights Rear seat arm rest Dinsmore compass, (the angular one). Turbine wheels Rear window defroster This compass is `63 only, very rocket age and seldom seen...except on the dash of Villa Riviera! Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmTee Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 On 5/7/2017 at 10:17 PM, Chimera said: What vehicle are these air shocks on? They're on my 1967 Riviera - and they still work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWB Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 14 hours ago, Chimera said: Or how about the ruby bejeweled hazard warning flasher accessory?! Thats going in the 66 Riv. What the?! Never seen that one. NIce. Need a video of that in action Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 I don't know about the sticker in the picture, but my 63 had these on it when I bought it back in 82. The original owner had them "dealer installed." The Schrader valve is on the top of the tub for the right rear tire. The little paste on sticker is right beside it. No clue as to how EmTee's is set up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnrex Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 My 1964 came with this GM sun visor mirror that has places to record the dates of servicing: battery, change oil, lubrication, spark plugs, tune motor and mileage. Was this a Riviera option? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Curran Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 This looks like a vintage piece based on the style of the GM logo. They offered generic units as well as brand specific ones over the years. In most cases they were a dealer accessory bought over the counter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimera Posted May 9, 2017 Author Share Posted May 9, 2017 Buick Auto Clothes Rod and Trash Bin!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1965rivgs Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 8 hours ago, PWB said: What the?! Never seen that one. NIce. Need a video of that in action Paul, These frequently appear on Ebay. There may be one on there now and I recall the price was reasonable compared to others I have seen. Tom Mooney Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimera Posted May 9, 2017 Author Share Posted May 9, 2017 (edited) I don't personally see them that often (hazard flasher), and I think this is the one you viewed most recently on eBay Tom. Just got it. Edited May 9, 2017 by Chimera (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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