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Buick Spezial Rivera (1956)
Buick Special Rivera: Extensive maintenance performed, completely repainted, alternator replaced (1956)
Overview
Manufacturer
Model
Spezial Rivera
Year
1956
Transmission
Automatic
Horsepower
220
Milage
129.000 mi
Not or only partially comprehensible.
Country Version
US
Location
DE-04319 Leipzig
Color
Burgundy/White
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Vehicle description
Kickdown Check
- On-site kickdown assessment completed
- 163 photos
- Video including engine running
- Maintenance and technical upgrades documented with invoices totaling approximately 13,000 euros
Facts & Specifications
- Year of manufacture: 1956
- Original delivery: USA
- Engine: 5.2-liter V8 engine with 220 hp (162 kW)
- Transmission: Automatic
- Exterior color: Wine red/white
- Interior: black-and-white faux leather upholstery
- TÜV: Information to follow, H-license plate
- The following work has been performed:
- Completely repainted
- Chassis overhauled
- Water pump replaced
- Alternator replaced
- Light relay circuit overhauled
- Whitewall tires replaced
- High-Jacker shock absorbers replaced
Condition
Exterior
- Paint job was done in the USA
- Two-tone finish in burgundy/white
- Chrome shows age-related pitting, damage, and rust (Image 37, Image 42, Image 54)
- There are signs of wear on the front right of the hood (Image 43)
- Small rust spot measuring approx. 10 x 10 cm present
- Underbody in honest condition with surface rust (Image 142)
Interior
- Black-and-white faux leather interior in good condition for its age
- Interior shows slight signs of use and minimal wear
- Full-length bench seat present
- The trim on the passenger-side sun visor is coming loose (Image 115)
Mechanics
- The Buick is ready to drive immediately
- No known defects in the chassis or equipment
- Big-block Nailhead V8 with a characteristic deep, bassy sound
- Smooth engine operation without noticeable background noise or heavy smoke
- Smooth idling with a classic, slightly irregular V8 rhythm
History
Ownership history
- First registered in the USA
- Total of 2 owners
Service history
- No service record book available
- Maintenance and servicing performed at the Classic Lounge
Documents
- Inspection report (Image 153)
- TÜV reports (Image 155)
- Vehicle documents (Image 154)
- Invoices (Images 156 to 163)
Summary
The 1956 Buick Coupe Series 40 Special Riviera is a rare US coupe featuring a charismatic two-tone paint job, an original underbody, and classic cruiser appeal. The vehicle has an H-license plate, a current appraisal with a grade of 2-, and documented investments totaling approximately 14,860 euros. The big-block V8, the automatic transmission, and the technical upgrades already performed make this Buick an interesting foundation for enthusiasts of American street cruisers with an authentic look.
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Kickdown check
- Expert report available
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
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