Love those upside down boats! Thank you for sharing this, Lou! I was born in 70 and Grandma Taylor, my momma's momma, drove a green boat tail. I think I received a whoopin with a wooden spoon on the front seat of one of these beautiful Buick's when I was about 4. I'm positive I deserved it because I still love this car!
My folks traded in their 67 Electra 225 2dr hdtp on a 72 Riviera the same color as this with a buckskin color vinyl top. It had front buckets and an AM/FM radio with an 8 track player. They picked it up at the Chicago dealership and I got to drive it home to Peoria. It was one of the few Buicks they had that Mom never wrecked.
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I remember the '69, '70 and '71 Rivieras. The '69 was beautiful, the '70 was a disappointment, then the '71 boattail. I never thought Detroit could make a car that distinctive and sharp. It rivalled my favorite cars at that time, the Toronado and the Thunderbird. The Riviera was in a class by itself with the '71, '72 and '73.
Ive had my 72 for over 20 yrs. I was 4 yrs old when I saw my first one in the small town in Nebraska where we lived. I remember asking my mom if it was a space ship and going out of my way just to look at it. These cars are amazing!!! Thanks for the clip.
I had a 72 Riviera, maroon with a black top. What a great car. It ran about 250,000 miles reliable and comfortable. Along with a few others I have owned I'd love to have it back.
Great job as usual, Lou. I loved this car when I was a kid. My mother's boss owned one, and I remember as an 11 yr old just standing and admiring the car.
I remember being a grade school kid "back in the day" and seeing pencil "spy sketches" in Popular Science magazine of this upcoming model. Back then, there was SO much excitement about the new car models coming out each autumn. Now, it's pretty much- "Eh"...
WOW Lou, does that Riv's vicious 455-ci 4-bbl dual exhaust ever have a menacing GRRROWL to her! I can still recall the very first time I ever saw the magnificent *1971 Buick, Riviera... I was riding in my father's 1970 Winnebago motor home from Illinois to Arizona with my uncle when we rolled up on that awesome boat-tail rear end, what a view I had from up in that Winnebago too! I was awestruck by it's beautiful exotic styling! I announced to my uncle Jim, "Oh my god, THAT'S BEAUTIFUL!... One day I'm gonna get me one of those!"* Here we are over 50 model years later and I still don't have one! Perhaps Mr. Hall will take pity on me and sell me his? 👀 I'd even pay the original sticker price of $6,468.26! Seems more than fair to me. lol. Great stuff, Lou! Thank you.
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Back in 1978 I met a pretty girl in Daytona who drove one of these. She had driven down from Detroit in 20 straight hours. She treated red lights like suggestions. At least there was a lot of steel around us. She called it her "Diamondback".
Rob Mackenzie , We all called them "Diamondbacks". There was a popular R&B song where dude sang about driving one "diamond in the back, sunroof top, diggin' the scene with a gangsta' lean..." Was in the lyrics. Can't remember the song or artist. I wasn't to say "Smoky Robinson", maybe, lDK?
Just be Thankful (for what you'e got) th-cam.com/video/KDTXljIqxRE/w-d-xo.html by William De Vaughn. But the song is not about a Riviera. Just a tricked out big car in the 70s, Mac style. It could have been the after-market stuff some folks did to the back windows of their big cars to create a diamond effect.
My friend had one and we used to car pool together to work. One time he let me drive it the 28 miles to work. Even though the car was very worn, (torn seats, over 120K on the odometer, full of bondo, and paint mostly gone), I was amazed on how comfortable the suspension was. In addition, for a big luxury car, it handled pretty good on the interstate. Great car and very reliable. Would love to own one if I had the money and storage for it.
What a hunk-a- hunk-a burnin Rivi Love it- One of the last over the top designs by Buick. If you had this car in 71 you were very cool. Seems like I saw a lot in this cream yellow.
I am going to have to discontinue watching your show. It's to darn good! You always get the coolest cars and really like the backstories that come from the owners. I have an 1:18 scale diecast version of this car. Nice to see actual one put through its paces. Can't wait to see what else you've got in store on future shows. Keep them coming!
The boattail definitely ranks among the most distinctive cars of all time. Not everyone liked the look at the time, and some Buick dealers weren't thrilled with it either. Sales didn't measure up to their forbears, so the later Rivieras became more conservative, but those didn't sell any better, though that was owed mainly to the fuel crisis. But the boattails are getting more appreciation today, and they definitely reflect the creativity of the great Bill Mitchell. He was a master designer blessed with the gift of creativity like his mentor Harley Earl, and GM and its fans then and now are eternally grateful to have had him. Thanks for spotlighting this fascinating automobile.
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Beautiful car! I have a 1971 Buick Riviera GS in Vintage Red that I did a frame off restoration on. Recently took it to the Fuelfed open at Lake Forest November 6, 2016. I was surprised at how many people like these old boat tails.
Buick was searching for a way to give the riviera a commanding presence, from 1971-73 riviera stood out, not only as a buick, but as a classic as well.
Hailu another great find 1971 riviere what a great car with a very unique and pleasing to the eye design this car was it was a big boat it was a gas burner but I'd love to have it today just to cruise on a weekend
I owned a 65 .I was a kid bought it in late eighties. For 2000. Car was amazing. Dual four Barrels 425. Green, black interior. I wish I would never had sold it. I sold it to a cop. For seven grand. Damn I kick my ass
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Those boat-tail's were squared away. They are really sharp. I had plans to get one when I got discharged, or should I say dreams, but...it didn't work out.I had to wait another 5 years and settle for a deuce and a quarter. I notice that 3ft. Buick radiator hose. LOL. Mine was long like that, but curved down to the bottom. Sweet ride. A lucky man.
I had a 1970 Riv" in 82 when I was stationed at El Toro 3rd MAW( Marine Air Wing), in Santa Ana, Ca.( Really Irvine ). Mine's had the gill slits in the trunk Hood! Talk about fast for a big car! And ride as smooth as a Cadillac.but man did it drink gas! Still wish I had it now.
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$6,468 sticker price. These are beautiful cars, but big... if you like 'em big. The "boat tail" rear reminds me a little bit of the '64 - '67 Corvette ... only bigger. Nice.
Those Rivieras really are cool! I remember only riding in one, it was owned by the local minister up the street, of all people! I guess the parishoners were very generous with the collection plate...The dash is very cool also
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My uncle owned one of these. Bought it new. I remember how much I always liked the looks of that car. It has an ultra smooth ride but was quicker then one might think with that 455 V8. My uncle's car had bucket seats and a console shifter if memory serves. What was funny was that his other car was a VW bug. Go figure.
The "boat tail" rear end looks like a 1964 Corvette. I always thought it was kind of strange that they would graft a Corvette rear onto a big luxury car.
I was only about 9 or 10 years old when these arrived on the streets of Kansas City, MO. and I thought these were the absolute ugliest cars EVER! However, however, I have since way changed my mind and today I absolutely L-O-V-E these particular Rivieras!! What a beautiful and original American classic.
I was born under the 49 star flag and remember when these came out and several were populating the Southern California area where I lived. People loved or hated them. One of the 'Indian Guides' dads in our group (which included James Doohan) bought one new in white with black interior, fully optioned.
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I'm a Buick "believer" Lou ...I own a 2005 Buick Allure ...just over 100, 000 miles ...just gave the "gum out" treatment to fuel injection 💉 system, & fuel line system ...engine sings 🗣 well
LIFE THRU A WINDSHIELD Daniel T. Cheatham Here's some nice ones. www.google.com/search?q=lowrider+boattail+riviera&prmd=isvn&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjexLySn_3ZAhUBFHwKHcYBAv4Q_AUIESgB&biw=360&bih=568
I bought myself a brand new AMC AMX with the 390 big block Go Package when I was discharged from the Marine Corps in 1969 ,my wife wanted a Buick Wildcat instead but i wouldn't budge & bought the AMX, I drove the AMX on weekends until I bought a new Corvette in 1976 when I stored the AMX, the same summer of 76 I bought my wife this Buick used and she drove it until 1980 when she traded it in for an AMC Eagle .
My Grandfathers brother owned Di Bennedetto Buick in Bayside NY. In ‘73 I bought a Grand Prix instead of the Riviera. My mistake. The GP was a great car but this car really had style
Almost 6500 bucks. That's serious dime for 1971. I am in love with the '67 Rivs these days but I'd own a '71 or '72 Riv in a heartbeat. Had a '73 once. Prefer the rear of the two earlier years.
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@@loucostabile thank YOU Lou. I sold my '70 Buick after 31 years of ownership, just this last Fall. Really enjoying seeeing people who keep these cars alive. Keep up the good work.
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Hi Tim & Lou - Go Cubs, from a Tiger fan. One moe cool ride from Buick Town. Flint. Be cool to see the Cubs & Tigers in the World Series. • Cheers from The Detroit & Mackinac Railway 🚂
They called it the boat tail, the auburn, but I didn,t even care the 1971 riviera came out when I was only 11 years old and after and these years that one and it,s brothers 72-73 are my most favorite riv,s.
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i owned two 1971 rivis back in the day, i like that its the first and best looking year of the boat tails and because it has those grills in the trunk lid. the '73 rivi dashboard did not look as good as it did not have that double curvature.
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@@loucostabile Hi! I was subscribed but no bell. I enjoy the car videos as opposed to all the bad new I been getting. I really enjoyed the tour of the car. PS, i clicked the bell this time so I won't miss any more uploads. Thanks!
@@loucostabile I've always been curious. Do the slots on the trunk have a function or are they just cosmetic for a cool look. I know these cars came this way.
@@davidkastin4240 The louvered deck lid was part of a flow through ventilation system. They caused problems when water from rain or washing would accumulate in the space between inner and outer deck lid panels and in fenders to whence they drained.
I had the same car, only with white vinyl top. Tire changing jack fits front bumper; but pick it once and the bumper is bent. Trunk in rear is laughably small; plenty thiirsty engine; to find these type wheels unbent/straight is to buy them new. Now, to look for a rep of my '66 Riv
At a time when american cars were becoming more bland and boxy, Buick had the balls to make a true timeless classic and a true work of art. This is my dream car and one day I hope to own one of these majestic beasts.
In many cases, I agree. However, because this car's sticker is from a Woodstock dealer, it reflects the Zeitgeist of the era. The Woodstock concert was still fairly fresh in the minds of Americans a couple of years after the event. The Woodstock dealer adds to the cool-factor of this car.
I gotta say... They could have made the front end way sharper and better looking... It almost counters the exotic style of the back end with that boring front.... Still a beautiful car tho! The interior is spectacular! I love the look.
Love those upside down boats! Thank you for sharing this, Lou! I was born in 70 and Grandma Taylor, my momma's momma, drove a green boat tail. I think I received a whoopin with a wooden spoon on the front seat of one of these beautiful Buick's when I was about 4. I'm positive I deserved it because I still love this car!
Hi Brett, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Grandma Taylor's car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
My folks traded in their 67 Electra 225 2dr hdtp on a 72 Riviera the same color as this with a buckskin color vinyl top. It had front buckets and an AM/FM radio with an 8 track player. They picked it up at the Chicago dealership and I got to drive it home to Peoria. It was one of the few Buicks they had that Mom never wrecked.
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i saw one of these at a car show and i was stunned at the whole design perspective.
Happy to share this one with you :-)
I just bought this car from Tim over the weekend. It is every bit as gorgeous as what you see in the video. A REAL head turner!
Congratulations Mike Hueter, You've picked a good one :-) Lou
Congratulations!
...how much is it worth now?
What's your gas mileage?
Mike Hunter? Wooh. You are two letters away from being the mythical Mike Hunt.
I remember the '69, '70 and '71 Rivieras. The '69 was beautiful, the '70 was a disappointment, then the '71 boattail. I never thought Detroit could make a car that distinctive and sharp. It rivalled my favorite cars at that time, the Toronado and the Thunderbird. The Riviera was in a class by itself with the '71, '72 and '73.
Hi, Glad you were able to share those memories. Thank you for commenting, Lou
I had a 1 owner '71 Riviera. Most people have no idea of the quality and torque of this monster.
Sounds like you had a great car too :-)
Ive had my 72 for over 20 yrs. I was 4 yrs old when I saw my first one in the small town in Nebraska where we lived. I remember asking my mom if it was a space ship and going out of my way just to look at it. These cars are amazing!!! Thanks for the clip.
At 4 asking your Mom if it's a "space ship", that's a good story :-) Thank you for commenting, and sharing, Lou
I had a 72 Riviera, maroon with a black top. What a great car. It ran about 250,000 miles reliable and comfortable. Along with a few others I have owned I'd love to have it back.
Hi Gary Duff, Sounds like you had a great car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
Great job as usual, Lou. I loved this car when I was a kid. My mother's boss owned one, and I remember as an 11 yr old just standing and admiring the car.
Hi Joseph, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Mothers Bosses car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
I remember these very well, very sculptured car. You have a natural radar for finding the best conditioned classic cars! Thanks for sharing! Byron P.
Hi Byron, My pleasure sharing these cars with you :-) Appreciate your kind words, thank you for sharing, and you're welcome, Lou
I remember being a grade school kid "back in the day" and seeing pencil "spy sketches" in Popular Science magazine of this upcoming model. Back then, there was SO much excitement about the new car models coming out each autumn.
Now, it's pretty much- "Eh"...
Hi Jason Rodgers, Happy to read this car brings back fun memories of the "new car" excitement back in the day :-) Lou
WOW Lou, does that Riv's vicious 455-ci 4-bbl dual exhaust ever have a menacing GRRROWL to her! I can still recall the very first time I ever saw the magnificent *1971 Buick, Riviera... I was riding in my father's 1970 Winnebago motor home from Illinois to Arizona with my uncle when we rolled up on that awesome boat-tail rear end, what a view I had from up in that Winnebago too! I was awestruck by it's beautiful exotic styling! I announced to my uncle Jim, "Oh my god, THAT'S BEAUTIFUL!... One day I'm gonna get me one of those!"* Here we are over 50 model years later and I still don't have one! Perhaps Mr. Hall will take pity on me and sell me his? 👀 I'd even pay the original sticker price of $6,468.26! Seems more than fair to me. lol. Great stuff, Lou! Thank you.
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@@loucostabile Lou, I subscribed a long time ago... and I've told my American car loving friends about your channel as well, it's awesome!
Back in 1978 I met a pretty girl in Daytona who drove one of these. She had driven down from Detroit in 20 straight hours. She treated red lights like suggestions. At least there was a lot of steel around us. She called it her "Diamondback".
Good memories and a nice story. Thanks for sharing! Lou
Rob Mackenzie , We all called them "Diamondbacks". There was a popular R&B song where dude sang about driving one "diamond in the back, sunroof top, diggin' the scene with a gangsta' lean..." Was in the lyrics. Can't remember the song or artist. I wasn't to say "Smoky Robinson", maybe, lDK?
Just be Thankful (for what you'e got) th-cam.com/video/KDTXljIqxRE/w-d-xo.html
by William De Vaughn.
But the song is not about a Riviera. Just a tricked out big car in the 70s, Mac style. It could have been the after-market stuff some folks did to the back windows of their big cars to create a diamond effect.
my First car was a 1973 Riviera boattail. I miss that car . wish I still had it
My friend had one and we used to car pool together to work. One time he let me drive it the 28 miles to work. Even though the car was very worn, (torn seats, over 120K on the odometer, full of bondo, and paint mostly gone), I was amazed on how comfortable the suspension was. In addition, for a big luxury car, it handled pretty good on the interstate. Great car and very reliable. Would love to own one if I had the money and storage for it.
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What a hunk-a- hunk-a burnin Rivi Love it- One of the last over the top designs by Buick. If you had this car in 71 you were very cool. Seems like I saw a lot in this cream yellow.
Hi 247jimbo, Happy to read you enjoy this "hunk-a- hunk-a burnin Rivi" :-) Lou
I am going to have to discontinue watching your show. It's to darn good! You always get the coolest cars and really like the backstories that come from the owners. I have an 1:18 scale diecast version of this car. Nice to see actual one put through its paces. Can't wait to see what else you've got in store on future shows. Keep them coming!
Glad you're along for the ride Frank Lee :-) Lou
The boattail definitely ranks among the most distinctive cars of all time. Not everyone liked the look at the time, and some Buick dealers weren't thrilled with it either. Sales didn't measure up to their forbears, so the later Rivieras became more conservative, but those didn't sell any better, though that was owed mainly to the fuel crisis. But the boattails are getting more appreciation today, and they definitely reflect the creativity of the great Bill Mitchell. He was a master designer blessed with the gift of creativity like his mentor Harley Earl, and GM and its fans then and now are eternally grateful to have had him. Thanks for spotlighting this fascinating automobile.
Hi iswc27, Happy to read you enjoy the design of this car :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou
Now I want one. These cars need more love...they are really cool!
Glad you think this one is cool :-) I think so too.
Cars, cars and more cars! It is indeed great to be able to find them here.
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Beautiful car! I have a 1971 Buick Riviera GS in Vintage Red that I did a frame off restoration on. Recently took it to the Fuelfed open at Lake Forest November 6, 2016. I was surprised at how many people like these old boat tails.
Sounds like you have a great car. If you're in IL too, we should do a "My Car Story" on it. Let me know if you'd like to do that? Lou
Absolutely gorgeous car, the idle sound literally melted my eardrums!
Glad you enjoy the looks and sound of this one Tibb91 :-) Lou
That's such a nice car, that I had to watch this video twice! (4 years apart!)
Hi JON, Happy to read you enjoy this episode again :-) Lou
Born in Woodstock and that tail end of those Riviera has always got me looking to buy one. As soon as I find one, i am on it.
Hi Ricky Reynolds, Happy to read this car is / was close to your birth place :-) Hope you're behind the wheel of your Riviera soon, Lou
another of Lou's beauties!!!
Hi Kelly, I happy to read you enjoy the selection of cars I enjoy sharing with you :-) Lou
Buick was searching for a way to give the riviera a commanding presence, from 1971-73 riviera stood out, not only as a buick, but as a classic as well.
Hi Raymond Haley, Thank you for sharing your knowledge :-) Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou
I once worked for a gentleman named Leo Whitby who had one of these in this same color combination. He had been a saxophone player for Stan Kenton.
Hi -oiiio-, Happy to read this car brings back memories of Leo's car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
Hailu another great find 1971 riviere what a great car with a very unique and pleasing to the eye design this car was it was a big boat it was a gas burner but I'd love to have it today just to cruise on a weekend
Hi Andrew, Happy to read you enjoy this find :-) Lou
I owned a 65 .I was a kid bought it in late eighties. For 2000. Car was amazing. Dual four Barrels 425. Green, black interior. I wish I would never had sold it. I sold it to a cop. For seven grand. Damn I kick my ass
At least you had one for a while :-)
Lou, you find the greatest cars of all the channels on You Tube.
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Those boat-tail's were squared away. They are really sharp. I had plans to get one when I got discharged, or should I say dreams, but...it didn't work out.I had to wait another 5 years and settle for a deuce and a quarter.
I notice that 3ft. Buick radiator hose. LOL. Mine was long like that, but curved down to the bottom.
Sweet ride. A lucky man.
Hi Jo, Thanks for sharing :-) Lou
Beautiful car, I own a 91 Buick Riviera, white with blue leather interior. In great condition. I've owned it for 15 years.
Hi Frank Hubbard, Sounds like you're a wonderful Care Taker for your car :-) Lou
Gosh! It's way too cool. A delight to look at. Breezy boat tail.
Happy to read you enjoy this car :-)
I had a 1970 Riv" in 82 when I was stationed at El Toro 3rd MAW( Marine Air Wing), in Santa Ana, Ca.( Really Irvine ). Mine's had the gill slits in the trunk Hood! Talk about fast for a big car! And ride as smooth as a Cadillac.but man did it drink gas! Still wish I had it now.
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That car is beautiful
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Very very very beautiful Buick Riviera !! I want it !!
Glad you enjoy the look of this car, and I hope you're behind the wheel of yours soon :-)
I had a 73 back in 83 loved my Boat Tail
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I had one EXACTLY like this one! And my dad had a 1972 in the root beer brown. He sold that car to Dan Aykroyd's dad!
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$6,468 sticker price. These are beautiful cars, but big... if you like 'em big. The "boat tail" rear reminds me a little bit of the '64 - '67 Corvette ... only bigger. Nice.
Hi DougCameraman, Glad you enjoyed the design of this one :-) Lou
DougCameraman
Wow, good point on referencing the 64 to 67 Corvette.
same designer as the 60s vette,that's why the window looks so similar
Those Rivieras really are cool! I remember only riding in one, it was owned by the local minister up the street, of all people! I guess the parishoners were very generous with the collection plate...The dash is very cool also
Hi Kramden, Agreed the Riv's are cool, Lou
A very interesting styling, entire boat shape was literally embossed over the hood 2:55 and the boot 1:00.
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Hello from Brazil! Keep doing this wonderfull job!
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What a beast! The engine sounds great.
Your comment made me laugh "a beast', good one. Lou
More then he knew huh? CUBBIES WON!!!!! LOVE IT LOVE IT!AWESOME LOU!!!
Hi Philip settimi, It was a great prediction :-)
Nice Car. I remember when I was a kid in my Neighborhood there was one of this.
Hi Oscar Utrera, Glad you enjoy this car, and sounds like seeing this car brought back nice memories of the old neighborhood :-) Lou
I love that car.. very nice..
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My Uncle had one, which I rode in back in 1970.
Must have been so comfortable in the back seat. Thanks for sharing, Lou
Indeed it was, and roomy.
Gorgeous original car
Glad you enjoy the design of this car :-)
0:56 Cadillac has always been the "High End" line for GM.
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Man, thats a beaut!
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What a nice example. Very lucky find.
Agreed, so clean. Thank you for viewing and commenting, Lou
Thats a great car the 71 was the first but the 72 did it for me outta all three years of production
Hi baltazar diaz, Glad to read you enjoy this car :-) Hope you see many more cars on this TH-cam Channel you'll enjoy, Lou
True classic from the 70's.
Well said.
Buyer at dealership to salesman: "I don't want black or red or blue, it's GOTTA be beige!"
:-)
Gotta love car shows you can hear the people hot rodding down the street and Tim acts like its nothing
Hi Michael, Good times, good times :-) Hope you see many more cars on this TH-cam Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this TH-cam Channel, Lou
My uncle owned one of these. Bought it new. I remember how much I always
liked the looks of that car. It has an ultra smooth ride but was quicker
then one might think with that 455 V8. My uncle's car had bucket seats and
a console shifter if memory serves. What was funny was that his other car was a VW bug.
Go figure.
Thank you for viewing and sharing your Uncles car story :-) Lou
It's a Dream! Very beautyfull Car!!!
Glad this car is a Winner for you :-)
Look at Buick right now oh god!
:-)
Pontiac and Oldsmobile are dead.
Unique looking car! Nice.
You're right, such a different design.
The "boat tail" rear end looks like a 1964 Corvette. I always thought it was kind of strange that they would graft a Corvette rear onto a big luxury car.
Hi Jude F., Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou
Bill Mitchell's idea.
I was only about 9 or 10 years old when these arrived on the streets of Kansas City, MO. and I thought these were the absolute ugliest cars EVER! However, however, I have since way changed my mind and today I absolutely L-O-V-E these particular Rivieras!! What a beautiful and original American classic.
Hi Rusty, Cars have an amazing way to look better with age, Lou
I was born under the 49 star flag and remember when these came out and several were populating the Southern California area where I lived.
People loved or hated them.
One of the 'Indian Guides' dads in our group (which included James Doohan) bought one new in white with black interior, fully optioned.
This guy lou is one bossy character. In every one of his videos he makes all kinds of demands. Director Lou, the next George Lucas
Hi JT Leon, When you Host, Produce, & Direct, sometimes...yes, I do Direct. Hopefully more of the Host comes out in the video. Hope you're having fun on the Channel. Enjoy the cars and pay no attention to the Guy behind the camera, Lou
Lou Costabile ...just some light banter on my end. Your camera work id excellent and the info I gather from videos is top notch.
Hi JT Leon, Glad you're enjoying the Channel :-) Thank you for the compliments, Lou
JT go stuff a turkey.
Love this car and this video. The interior is the same as mine. Such a great car 👍
Hi V8Adam, Happy to read you enjoy this episode :-) Hope you see many more episodes on this TH-cam Channel you enjoy, Lou
Styling sold that car. Still looks great today
Hi Ken K, Glad you enjoy the design of this one :-) Hope you see many more on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou
I'm a Buick "believer" Lou ...I own a 2005 Buick Allure ...just over 100, 000 miles ...just gave the "gum out" treatment to fuel injection 💉 system, & fuel line system ...engine sings 🗣 well
Hi Vincent, Happy to read you're a Happy Buick Owner :-) Lou
@@loucostabile thanks Lou
I always loved the lines on this car. Curiously, I've not seen many of these turned into a lowrider car. It's readymade for that
LIFE THRU A WINDSHIELD Daniel T. Cheatham
Here's some nice ones.
www.google.com/search?q=lowrider+boattail+riviera&prmd=isvn&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjexLySn_3ZAhUBFHwKHcYBAv4Q_AUIESgB&biw=360&bih=568
Hi LIFE THRU A WINDSHIELD Daniel T. Cheatham, Happy to read you enjoy the design of this car :-) Not sure why not lowriders? Lou
I bought myself a brand new AMC AMX with the 390 big block Go Package when I was discharged from the Marine Corps in 1969 ,my wife wanted a Buick Wildcat instead but i wouldn't budge & bought the AMX, I drove the AMX on weekends until I bought a new Corvette in 1976 when I stored the AMX, the same summer of 76 I bought my wife this Buick used and she drove it until 1980 when she traded it in for an AMC Eagle .
Clearly some fun cars :-) Thank you for sharing, Lou
The Eagle was a very capable, yet utilitarian car.
They are underrated by almost everyone but their owners.
My Grandfathers brother owned Di Bennedetto Buick in Bayside NY. In ‘73 I bought a Grand Prix instead of the Riviera. My mistake.
The GP was a great car but this car really had style
Thank you for viewing and sharing your experience with a Riviera :-)
Almost 6500 bucks. That's serious dime for 1971. I am in love with the '67 Rivs these days but I'd own a '71 or '72 Riv in a heartbeat. Had a '73 once. Prefer the rear of the two earlier years.
Hi Mr. Blutarsky, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this TH-cam Channel, Lou
@@loucostabile thank YOU Lou. I sold my '70 Buick after 31 years of ownership, just this last Fall. Really enjoying seeeing people who keep these cars alive. Keep up the good work.
Always seemed like nobody liked these cars but me. I knew an old lady with one in baby blue. Pretty car!
Everyone has different tastes, so as long and you like this one, then you can enjoy this video again and again :-)
71 the only year with the boot lid louvres.
Hi Jim, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. Hope you see many more cars on this TH-cam Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this TH-cam Channel, Lou
This is not only a Boat Tail, it's a Boat. Huge car, I would have a hard time parking it! But it would be fun to try!
Hi welch shahan, I've been fortunate enough to drive one, and it floats on the road so you're right. Feel just like a boat :-) Lou
It was the era of 'land yachts'.
To those of us who grew up then it was quite normal.
@@loucostabile As did my old Cadillacs.
A glorious period in time before the v8s were strangled by emissions
Thank you Ronnie Romero for sharing, Lou
wonderfull car
Happy to you enjoy this car Sai :-)
Beautiful car! 👍👌👏
Agreed. Thank you for commenting, Lou
Lou. Style. & pretty. Color wheels.
True. "POINTS !!!" HA HA HA WOOHAA LOL HA
Hi Andrew, Happy to read you enjoy the style of this car, Lou
Hi Tim & Lou - Go Cubs, from a Tiger fan. One moe cool ride from Buick Town. Flint. Be cool to see the Cubs & Tigers in the World Series.
• Cheers from The Detroit & Mackinac Railway 🚂
Well described, a cool ride. Cubs & Tigers World Series would be good. Lou
They called it the boat tail, the auburn, but I didn,t even care the 1971 riviera came out when I was only 11 years old and after and these years that one and it,s brothers 72-73 are my most favorite riv,s.
Hi Raymond Haley, Thank you for viewing, sharing, and adding to the Channel, Lou
In Russia Love Buick!!!!!
Hi Владимир Рогожкин, 👍😊, Lou
@@loucostabile it Okai!! Gud day mr. LOU!!!!!
8:30 great sound effect to the question asked lol
:-)
Id love to have one but if I'm going to spend big money I'd hold out for the Riveria Gran Sport option.(GS)
Hi Bobby, Hope you're behind the wheel of the right one for you soon, Lou
Sweet car guys
Thank goodness that you don’t have to gas it up every day
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Oh great!
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pretty
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@@loucostabile beautyfull work
That hood looks like a Cadillac.
Glad to see this hod looks familiar to you :-)
The 455 was the king of the highway back then!,. It also came with a 430
Hi Matt, Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
GM BABY!! Great Car
Hi Skyla Jones, Happy to read you like this car :-) Hope you see many more GM's on this TH-cam Channel you'll enjoy. Lou
The Rivera has always been the best GM luxury/sporty coupe.
Glad you enjoy this one Kip Williams :-)
Thanks a bunch.
You're welcome.
A beauty
Hi MarkVL, Glad you like the looks of this one :-) Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll think are beautiful, Lou
Sounds frickin Sweet as👌💯👍
:-)
Красивый дизайн.
Thank you for viewing & sharing.
i owned two 1971 rivis back in the day, i like that its the first and best looking year of the boat tails and because it has those grills in the trunk lid. the '73 rivi dashboard did not look as good as it did not have that double curvature.
Hi JxT1957
, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this TH-cam Channel, Lou
I knew a kid who had one. He called it the "Batmobile"
Hi Christopher Wyller
, Happy to read this car brings back memories of the kid with the "Batmobile" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this TH-cam Channel, Lou
@@loucostabile Hi! I was subscribed but no bell. I enjoy the car videos as opposed to all the bad new I been getting. I really enjoyed the tour of the car. PS, i clicked the bell this time so I won't miss any more uploads. Thanks!
A good year! Before the big bumpers and the smog restrictions and reduced horsepower! Nice car that needs exhaust work!
Hi Craig Jorgensen, Glad you enjoy this design :-) Lou
@@loucostabile I've always been curious. Do the slots on the trunk have a function or are they just cosmetic for a cool look. I know these cars came this way.
@@davidkastin4240 The louvered deck lid was part of a flow through ventilation system.
They caused problems when water from rain or washing would accumulate in the space between inner and outer deck lid panels and in fenders to whence they drained.
i like that exaust note, sounds like the iron lung the previous owner died in...
Hmmm, that's an interesting perspective.
I had the same car, only with white vinyl top. Tire changing jack fits front bumper; but pick it once and the bumper is bent. Trunk in rear is laughably small; plenty thiirsty engine; to find these type wheels unbent/straight is to buy them new. Now, to look for a rep of my '66 Riv
Clearly you remember this one well :-) Here is a 1966 Riv I think you'll enjoy, Lou th-cam.com/video/edUVhVGd8Ss/w-d-xo.html
At a time when american cars were becoming more bland and boxy, Buick had the balls to make a true timeless classic and a true work of art. This is my dream car and one day I hope to own one of these majestic beasts.
Hi BlackBird30x, Glad you enjoy the design of this car :-) Hope you're behind the wheel of your Riviera soon, Lou
I call it defacing if a dealership puts a sticker on a car
I agree, just like the License plate frames. Every time I buy a new car I tell them no Sticker or frames.
Thank you for viewing & sharing.
In many cases, I agree. However, because this car's sticker is from a Woodstock dealer, it reflects the Zeitgeist of the era. The Woodstock concert was still fairly fresh in the minds of Americans a couple of years after the event. The Woodstock dealer adds to the cool-factor of this car.
In 1971 many still installed actual cast metal dealer emblems that were far superior to the plastic 'badges' and decals factory installed today.
Крутая тачка, особенно сзади с с боку. Типа готческий стиль
Hi Fame, I'll need some help with interpretation of this comment, and I hope you enjoy this car :-) Lou
I gotta say... They could have made the front end way sharper and better looking... It almost counters the exotic style of the back end with that boring front.... Still a beautiful car tho!
The interior is spectacular! I love the look.
Hi Kirk 1k, Glad you love the look of this one :-) Hope you see many cars on the Channel you enjoy the front & back of the car :-) Lou
Kirk 1k really you find that front end boring? Wow! It is so classy and prestigious. Such clean lines. GM got it right once again with this MY