jimmiboots Posted March 21, 2022 Share Posted March 21, 2022 (edited) First, thanks for having me, this is my first post here (hopefully not my last). I don't know how often this happens, but I'm here looking for my family's old Riviera. My grandfather worked for Buick for a while in the sixties, and ordered himself a Riviera GS. It was a 1965 in Turquoise Mist (I think), with the 2x4bbl Super Wildcat, white leather seats, and a plaque on the center console that said "Built for Warren K. Shelley (etc.)". He rarely drove it, kept it in his barn, and we all called her "Supercar". It was sold in Orange Park, Florida around 1983-84 with a dent in the left rear quarter panel. My father and I had just rebuilt the engine, and a family friend got hit from behind while borrowing the car. My dad didn't feel like getting into the body work, so sold the car. Needless to say, 14 year old me was devastated, and have wanted her back ever since. I am now finally in a position to possibly do something to that end, so here we are. Thanks for any help y'all may offer, and for having me. Enjoying looking around so far. We had a lot of old Buicks growing up.... Oh, yeah: if, by chance, you DO have her, but aren't trying to part ways, please don't be shy! I'm not out to pressure or guilt anyone into anything, and would love to hear about her, see pics, etc. 🙂 Cheers! Edited March 21, 2022 by jimmiboots Missing unfo (see edit history) 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seafoam65 Posted March 21, 2022 Share Posted March 21, 2022 Can you come up with the VIN number?........not likely you will ever find it without that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmiboots Posted March 23, 2022 Author Share Posted March 23, 2022 On 3/21/2022 at 2:58 PM, Seafoam65 said: Can you come up with the VIN number?........not likely you will ever find it without that. I wish I had more to go by. I know it's a Longshot, but I have to try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lrlforfun Posted March 23, 2022 Share Posted March 23, 2022 Jim: Yes, the vin is the definitive and final piece of proof but.....as much recollection as possible about the car and it's color, options, anything . The guys here are dialed in better than anyone on the planet and if there's anything that resembles the car you're hunting for it conceivably could surface on this forum. Keep us updated with any clues that might come to mind or tangible something and if it's kicking around......WE'LL FIND IT !! Mitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
71GS Posted March 23, 2022 Share Posted March 23, 2022 Welcome and best of luck with your search. Turquoise mist and white interior would be a beautiful and pretty rare color combo. 😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul K. Posted March 23, 2022 Share Posted March 23, 2022 Jimmiboots, As suggested, find the VIN. Since it was in your family, you may be able to find an old insurance policy or card with this information. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmiboots Posted March 24, 2022 Author Share Posted March 24, 2022 On 3/22/2022 at 11:54 PM, 71GS said: Welcome and best of luck with your search. Turquoise mist and white interior would be a beautiful and pretty rare color combo. 😎 Yeah, it had a lot of unique stuff, the color combo, the dual AFBs, the build plaque....I'm hoping someone remembers a really cool Riviera from Florida... 🤞 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_S_in_Penna Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 The fact that your Riviera made it to 1983 or 1984, when it was already collectible, leaves a good chance that it is still around and cared for. It was no longer just an old used car at that point. So there's some hope for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 I would suspect that "Warren P. Shelley" plaque would have stuck with it. If it had been "Mary" someone may have been encouraged to Rat Road it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 1 hour ago, 60FlatTop said: I would suspect that "Warren P. Shelley" plaque would have stuck with it. If it had been "Mary" someone may have been encouraged to Rat Road it. Or created a Frankenbuick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmiboots Posted March 29, 2022 Author Share Posted March 29, 2022 1 hour ago, RivNut said: Or created a Frankenbuick. Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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