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Used 1998 Buick Riviera Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.13 out of 5 stars

Mostly Pleasant Experiences

Bob Burger, 05/03/2002
1998 Buick Riviera Supercharged 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This car was bought used with 24,000 miles on the odometer. A high mileage '96 Riviera was traded-in for this car. I was attracted to the Riviera by the fabulous exterior design by Bill Porter. It is a very comfortable "road car."; I've taken two 4,000 miles trips in this car. Handling would be much improved with stiffer suspension and "tighter" steering. My purchase of an extended warranty turned out to have been a wise expenditure. Major transmission work at 25,400 miles was necessary and the alternator was replaced at 28,500 miles. All things considered, I still enjoy this car. It's a landmard design.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Good Ride, and Prettay

Nicka, 05/28/2002
1998 Buick Riviera Supercharged 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is an attractive car right out of the factory, but when you play with it right.... Its Beautiful

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4.25 out of 5 stars

An American Classic

cgascoupe, 06/15/2002
1998 Buick Riviera Supercharged 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

We bought the car with 33,500 miles on it, and in excellent condition with almost new tires. We've put almost 1,500 miles on the car, and I can honestly say that the car is a joy to drive. The performance is outstanding. The 3800 Series II supercharged engine provides as much or more torque than several V8s. The car is quiet, the sound system is great; a wonderful highway cruiser.

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5 out of 5 stars

98 99 "Thats all folks"

pketch, 10/14/2007
1998 Buick Riviera Supercharged 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Just plain love it. Easy to work on. 33 mpg on the highway. Drives like a small car even though it is a monster. Bought it for myself but the wife stole it once I got it home. The sloping hood is what sold her. She has always been afraid of a big car. What sold me was the car and its history. I am so happy with this car that I am now buying a 99 which will replace a 2000 Cadillac Eldo.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love my Riviera

gg, 08/17/2005
1998 Buick Riviera Supercharged 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This is one of the best cars! I love to put the sunroof back and ride on sunny days. I chose this car over a 2004 sports car. It had only 29,000 miles when I bought it and was in perfect condition.

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