Photo: Craigslist
While models like the Bel Air and the Chevy Impala dominated the late '50s in the United States, Buick's lineup also gained traction thanks to revamped models carrying the Super moniker.
The Super Riviera is one of the models that has since become very desirable in the collectors' world. Buick produced only 13,928 units, and it's unknown how many are still in existence today. The Super Riviera accounted for only 5.76% of the entire Buick production for the 1958 model year.
Customers who walked into a Buick dealership to order a Super Riviera had to have at least $3,644 in their bank accounts to order the base model. All models came with a 364ci Fireball V8 engine that developed 300 horsepower and 400 ft-lbs of torque.
The same engine is allegedly installed under the hood of this Buick Riviera, as the owner claims the original drivetrain is still in charge of propelling this beautiful 1958 example. The car doesn't come in its best shape, albeit this isn't a surprise.
The seller explains on Craigslist that the Super Riviera has struggled to return to the road in the last few decades. It spent years in a garage owned by an old car dealership that has since closed its doors and is no longer in business. The current owner took the Buick home, and they are now searching for someone who can begin a long overdue restoration project.
The original engine and transmission are good news for restorers aiming for an all-original setup on this Buick Super Riviera, albeit it's unclear if the car has been altered in any way throughout the years. It still comes with the original instrument cluster and other factory goodies, and the owner says the interior is in decent shape. The buyer will also get all chrome trim and badges, wipers, and mirrors, and all these parts serve as a good starting point for someone planning to bring this car back to the road.
The car is pictured in what looks like a junkyard sitting on the ground surrounded by vegetation, so it's safe to assume you'll find the typical rust problems under the hood. Potential buyers should put this Super Riviera on a lift and inspect the floors, and the owner says they'll find rust on the rear.
The Super Riviera is still waiting for a new owner, with the owner explaining that anyone willing to pay $4,400 can take it home. You can find the car in Rocky Ford, Colorado, and you'll obviously need a trailer to take it home, considering the engine's condition is unknown. The vehicle is pictured in different locations, which could suggest it rolls freely, although you should ask the owner for additional information before you schedule an in-person inspection.
Customers who walked into a Buick dealership to order a Super Riviera had to have at least $3,644 in their bank accounts to order the base model. All models came with a 364ci Fireball V8 engine that developed 300 horsepower and 400 ft-lbs of torque.
The same engine is allegedly installed under the hood of this Buick Riviera, as the owner claims the original drivetrain is still in charge of propelling this beautiful 1958 example. The car doesn't come in its best shape, albeit this isn't a surprise.
The seller explains on Craigslist that the Super Riviera has struggled to return to the road in the last few decades. It spent years in a garage owned by an old car dealership that has since closed its doors and is no longer in business. The current owner took the Buick home, and they are now searching for someone who can begin a long overdue restoration project.
The original engine and transmission are good news for restorers aiming for an all-original setup on this Buick Super Riviera, albeit it's unclear if the car has been altered in any way throughout the years. It still comes with the original instrument cluster and other factory goodies, and the owner says the interior is in decent shape. The buyer will also get all chrome trim and badges, wipers, and mirrors, and all these parts serve as a good starting point for someone planning to bring this car back to the road.
The car is pictured in what looks like a junkyard sitting on the ground surrounded by vegetation, so it's safe to assume you'll find the typical rust problems under the hood. Potential buyers should put this Super Riviera on a lift and inspect the floors, and the owner says they'll find rust on the rear.
The Super Riviera is still waiting for a new owner, with the owner explaining that anyone willing to pay $4,400 can take it home. You can find the car in Rocky Ford, Colorado, and you'll obviously need a trailer to take it home, considering the engine's condition is unknown. The vehicle is pictured in different locations, which could suggest it rolls freely, although you should ask the owner for additional information before you schedule an in-person inspection.
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