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Buick Riviera Boattail, 1971

Buick Riviera III

Buick Riviera III
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Chassis No.: 494871H917311

£20,812 GBP | Sold

  • Odoemeter Reading: 92,024
  • MoT Expiry: 1 March 2021
  • Monstrous 455ci (7462cc) engine
  • Futuristic styling

This rare, first year of production, 3rd generation Buick Riviera features the desirable Boattail styling and louvered boot lid. Retaining its original 455 cubic inch (7,456cc) big block motor with floor shift automatic transmission the car runs and drives very well. Sold new in Texas, USA, where it had 2 owners prior to the current owner. During the enthusiast ownership the car has been stripped, repainted, retrimmed and a new clutch has been installed. Imported into the UK earlier this year the registration application to the DVLA is underway. All UK taxes have been paid. Offered with copy Texas title and two sets of keys. A nicely restored example ready to be enjoyed by the fortunate new owner. Please click the link to view the walkaround video of this lot: click here

Vendor Score Total: 80/100 Bidders should note that the automated 100-point Seller's Assessment is provided by each Seller at the point of consignment using the guidelines below, and is not provided, assessed or verified by Bonhams MPH. Accordingly Customers (Bidders) are on notice that each vehicle is offered "as is / as seen" subject to the Conditions of Sale for the auction, and Customers (Bidders) are strongly recommended to view the Lot(s) being offered, before bidding, in order to satisfy themselves as to their condition; Bonhams MPH will not entertain disputes over Sellers' Assessments. Key for sellers' assessments: 1/5 POOR.

A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing 2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage 3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well 4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout 5/5 EXCELLENT.

Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well EXTERIOR TOTAL: 19/25 Body Work: 4 Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3 Glass: 4 Paint: 4 Wheels/Tyres: 4 INTERIOR TOTAL: 17/20 Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4 Headlining: 4 Seats: 5 Trim: 4 ENGINE TOTAL: 17/20 Mechanical components: 4 Running: 5 Starting: 4 Under Bonnet: 4 RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 16/20 Axles: 4 Brakes: 4 Gearbox/Clutch: 4 Suspension: 4 ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8/10 Ancillary components: 4 Main components: 4 Car History File: 3

https://cars.bonhams.com/auction/26808/lot/82/1971-buick-riviera-boattail-chassis-no-494871h917311/


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