p47Lucky Posted July 16, 2005 Share Posted July 16, 2005 Hello to all of you. I have a 1990 Buick reatta that has developed a leak around the rear window and I need to replace the moulding around that window. Does anyone know where i might purchase this moulding? Secondly, a fella on e-bay is advertising he can repair the instrument panel on Reattas and Rivieras for $49.00. Does anyone know about this service or the fella who is offering it? Thanks for your help and remember when better cars are built Buick will build them. Was it make or build? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest F14CRAZY Posted July 16, 2005 Share Posted July 16, 2005 Reattas were not built, assembled, or made. They were "Hand Crafted" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Posted July 16, 2005 Share Posted July 16, 2005 Ebay That would be the guy mentioned on this forum and is recommended.If your molding appears to be in ok shape and is leaking I'd take it to a glass shop to see what they recommend, they might be able to fix it for about 50-100 bucks by just sealing it with urethane. The window is encapsulated and the molding cannot be replaced without replacing the window.Jim Finn is a good source for windows or the ipc. jfinn@cpinternet.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p47Lucky Posted July 16, 2005 Author Share Posted July 16, 2005 F14 I stand corrected and they were handcrafted very well. [color:\\"red\\"] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p47Lucky Posted July 16, 2005 Author Share Posted July 16, 2005 [color:\\"red\\"] Bob,The window is actually loose in the mounting. I took it to a local glass guy and that is where he told me bout the moulding. With the galss being encapsulated no wonder he could not find a moulding. Thanks for the other information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Eaton Posted July 17, 2005 Share Posted July 17, 2005 Please direct me to the Ebay item number and I will contact the fellow that does the repairs. A good source for that type of repair could be helpful to all Reatta owners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted July 17, 2005 Share Posted July 17, 2005 Welcome aboard! Just for info, the windshield molding/gasket is just like the rear glass. They are one piece so to speak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p47Lucky Posted July 17, 2005 Author Share Posted July 17, 2005 Barney the link is on one of the replies. The auction has ended but I bet he will still do the work. [color:\\"red\\"] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Posted July 17, 2005 Share Posted July 17, 2005 My "Ebay" link above will take you to the ended auction where you can ask seller a question Reatta Repair on Ebay This link should always find Steve's repair on ebay if he continues to list it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manikmekanik Posted July 18, 2005 Share Posted July 18, 2005 Welcome to "Wonderful world of Reatta"!Please tell us more about your car, and include a photo.Next, consider becoming a member of your nearest BCA chapter and join the Reatta division. You own a rare and unique automobile, maintain & cherish it and it will serve you well. Good choice on your "new" car and style of life.Try to attend a local Buick car show, and you may meet other Reatta owners who share you fine taste in sportscars. No telling, you may even win a trophy, not too many of these cars in any area. Don't ever let anyone convince you that your Reatta is anything but a "fine example of automotive artistry, handcrafted by Buick's finest craftsmen for those with impeccable taste and style." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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