RockinRiviDad Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 (edited) This is my buddy’s 65 Riviera Gran Sport that he has “considered” selling. He did an amazing job building this thing. This is one of two 65 Rivieras he built. The other one is the Champagne Mist 65 Rivi that was featured on Jay Leno’s Garage. There is so much that was done to this car to get it this nice. Too many things to list. The entire process was photographed & he is willing to share those pix with interested members. I am sure there are tons of questions a “serious buyer” will have. My buddy is more than happy to answer any & all questions. BUT, in an effort to not waste anyone’s time, he is asking for calls ONLY from “serious buyers” who are considering buying a beautiful car with a SIX figure price tag. please DO NOT call if you are not a “serious buyer”... His name is Bob & here is his cell phone number 818-391-3126. He is good with calls or texts Just to name a few options this car has: Original Buick tachometer LX425 ci engine (rebuilt by Russ Martin) TH400 transmission Dual quads 3.07 posi-traction Stainless steel exhaust Passenger side view mirror Front & rear sway bars Deluxe interiorPower antennaAM/FM radioFront & rear seat beltsRally wheelsWood grain steering wheelAir conditioning 4-way flashers Vac trunk release Rear window defroster Four note horns - working Dual reservoir master cylinderCar has stock drum brakes but, all valving installed for disk brake conversion. The options this car does NOT have:Power wind wingsCruise controlIt should be noted that many parts have been powder coated. Such as:Frame/chassisControl armsRear endInner fendersAll smaller under carriage partsInsides of doorsFront & rear seat frames exhaust manifolds received a high temp coating The entire underside of car & inside floor pans have been completely undercoated. Then fully Dynamated (underside of roof, doors, front & back, dash & under dash, behind air vents & trunk). A second layer of Dynamat was added from the fire wall to under the front seats. New heater core, all new vacuum lines, all rubber is new, all keys are correct, all locks work correctly & everything locks. All thirteen wiring harnesses were refurbished, fixed or replaced. The car is all original except for some painting options he preferred over stock. The A/C blows cold New three (3) core radiator All electronic gauges along with the original “idiot lights” that work New windshield and new rear window (All windows have the optional green tint.) This is his words from his email: “Please ask that I prefer not to waste my time or theirs if they cannot grasp paying more than six figures for a car, don’t call. As you well know, you cannot build a Riviera to this level anymore for what I am asking. I can move but, very little” I hope u guys like his work as much as I do. He has helped me overcome some hurdles on my own build. The least I can do it post his beauty here & help find her a new home. THANKS FOR THE HELP BOB. Edited March 2, 2019 by RockinRiviDad (see edit history) 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnulfo de l.a. Posted March 3, 2019 Share Posted March 3, 2019 That is a beauty! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DualQuadDave Posted March 3, 2019 Share Posted March 3, 2019 Is that Bob's in CA? I think I spoke to him a few years back. He had 2-3 GS's at that time and had sold a black one. The red one is stunning, very well done. Tell him I said good luck in selling! If he wants action on the car, I would put it in Hemming's and probably consider placing it with a high-end European classic dealer(someone who specializes in Jag, Bentley, etc.), that's your buyer. Also, let him know I would recommend removing the aftermarket gouges. They are functional, but cheapen the overall look of the interior. Take care and have a great one! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockinRiviDad Posted March 5, 2019 Author Share Posted March 5, 2019 On 3/3/2019 at 10:20 AM, DualQuadDave said: Is that Bob's in CA? Tell him I said good luck in selling! If he wants action on the car, I would put it in Hemming's and probably consider placing it with a high-end European classic dealer(someone who specializes in Jag, Bentley, etc.), that's your buyer. Also, let him know I would recommend removing the aftermarket gouges. They are functional, but cheapen the overall look of the interior. Take care and have a great one! Yes. This belongs to Bob in CA. I will pass on your good advice. Thank u sir 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodayguy Posted March 5, 2019 Share Posted March 5, 2019 That’s a dream car for me. Wish I had the bucks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lrlforfun Posted March 5, 2019 Share Posted March 5, 2019 OK Riviera: Looked like Yvonne's old car but hers had power vents. Mitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjp69 Posted March 7, 2019 Share Posted March 7, 2019 On 3/5/2019 at 12:48 PM, lrlforfun said: OK Riviera: Looked like Yvonne's old car but hers had power vents. Mitch no Vinyl top on hers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockinRiviDad Posted March 8, 2019 Author Share Posted March 8, 2019 16 hours ago, cjp69 said: no Vinyl top on hers. Same…but different haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWB Posted March 8, 2019 Share Posted March 8, 2019 (edited) Nirvana. What it must be like to be in that cabin? Makes me want to rip my vinyl out with ill temper and put the original cloth in... like...real badly. Drool. Edited March 8, 2019 by PWB (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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