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Used 1997 Buick Riviera Consumer Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
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4.75 out of 5 stars

Above the trend

turtleman, 06/11/2007
1997 Buick Riviera Supercharged 2dr Coupe
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Got it used with 150k miles - now at 160. It is an excellent car overall. Great power, utility, and exquisite design, in and out. The inside is just pure class and comfort with out the techno junk. Still looks great as far as paint and finish very solid chassis and drivetrain. Easy and effective to modify if your looking to improve performance. Not unreasonably expensive to buy.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Last sharp-looking Buick

LarryMit, 07/18/2005
1997 Buick Riviera Supercharged 2dr Coupe
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I finally got my Riviera since lusting after the 1963 model when it came out. This is the best looking American car since 1963 and the last good-looking one. If only Buick would make another Riviera like this, I'd consider buying another Buick. Oh, well!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Smooth Ride

kjlong, 12/10/2012
1997 Buick Riviera Supercharged 2dr Coupe
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I got this car from a family of 9 so it was pretty rough when I got it. It needed several fixes and replacements before it was back in decent condition. It served me well while I commuted during college, never left me on the side of the road, and has always provided the luxury that has been associated with Buick vehicles. I am currently pushing 18k miles and it has definitely seen better days but I am overall very pleased with this car. The interior is decent besides a missing piece of leather on the console, scratches and dings on the dashboard and steering wheel controls, and a couple of damaged fan covers: these issues were present when I bought it. I love the ride!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Awesome

lisa m, 09/15/2007
1997 Buick Riviera Supercharged 2dr Coupe
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

Great car. I have had this car since 1997. I have driven to date 233,335. Amazing huh? Very roomy and reliable.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love my Riviera

cindy, 03/02/2009
1996 Buick Riviera Supercharged 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I purchased my supercharged Riviera off the show room floor. This is by far the best, most dependable car I have ever owned. I now have 202,232 miles on this vehicle and it still runs like a top. I still get 26 mpg on the highway, and have always changed the oil every 3000 miles. I wish Buick would could back out with this car. Hopefully, I will be able to drive this car for another 100,000 miles.

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