All-Original Buick Riviera Returns From Hiding With Just 21K Miles on the Clock

Buick produced the series between 1971 and 1973, with the Riviera boasting new styling inspired by the 1963 Corvette Sting Ray. The luxury car, therefore, received a sportier stance, though it continued to feature the dimensions of a boat (which was the only way to offer a spacious and exquisite cabin in the first place).

The yearly sales weren't impressive, though Buick managed to keep them at almost the same level throughout the entire generation. In 1972, the parent company sold 33,728 units, while a year later, the numbers increased to a little over 34,000 units.

A 1973 Buick Riviera is looking for a new home on eBay, as the owner has decided to part ways with a car that seems to sport all the major selling points of a classic model.

First and foremost, this Riviera is all-original and unmolested. The car has most likely spent its entire life in a climate-controlled garage because this is the only way to explain its impressive condition. Considering its age, it's not a perfect 10, and you can't expect it to be, but this Riviera looks great, nonetheless.

The paint shows its age, but I couldn't spot any significant metal problems. You should still inspect everything closely, especially under the car, as a car sitting for a long time ends up struggling with the notorious rust. Seller ohhbigmike did not share any information on the car's tenure on the side of the road, but the low mileage indicates this Riviera rarely went out.

The odometer indicates just 21,000 miles (a little over 33,000 km), and all are original. The unmolested state means the owner did not restore the car, so I assume this Riviera didn't receive any modifications to alter its original configuration.

The car rolled off the assembly lines with many options, including power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. The engine under the hood still runs and drives flawlessly, so you could take the car for a spin before committing to a purchase. Considering the low mileage, you should put the car on a trailer when bringing it home.

Aside from the obvious problems, such as the ripped driver's seat and the dings and scratches on the body, I don't expect this Riviera to pose any major challenges during restoration. A complete inspection is still recommended, but as an all-original and unmolested example, this Riviera already checks most boxes for a solid restoration candidate.

The car is ready to go for $10,700, but the seller would also consider other offers. It was born and raised in California, so you can find it today in Riverside.