1965 Buick Riviera

401ci "Nailhead" V8 | Repainted | Afrtermarket Wheels

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LOT #

250839570

Classic Car

Vehicle Price$41,499
Pre-Delivery Service Charge$1,299
Total Price$42,798
Advertised price includes the $1,299 Pre-Delivery Service Charge. Price does not include taxes, tag, registration, or other mandatory government charges.
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Estimated: $429.60/mo
Estimated payment assumes 20% down, 9.5% APR, and 120-month term. Actual rates may vary.
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Make:
Model:
VIN:
494475H927491
Lot Number:
250839570
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
20,446 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
401ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Orange
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Ohio
  • 1965 Buick Riviera
  • 401ci "Nailhead" V8
  • 4-Barrel Carburetor
  • ST-400 3-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Orange Exterior
  • Black Interior
  • Aftermarket Wheels
  • Repainted In Orange
  • Replaced Battery
  • Replaced Carburetor

Overview of 1965 Buick Riviera For Sale by Owner

By 1965, the Buick Riviera had firmly established itself as one of the most striking American personal luxury coupes of its time. Combining Bill Mitchell’s sharp styling with Buick’s refined powertrains, the Riviera delivered both presence and performance in equal measure. This example, a 1965 model, carries the legendary 401 cubic-inch “Nailhead” V8 paired to a smooth-shifting ST-400 3-speed automatic transmission. Showing 20,446 miles on the odometer, it has been repainted in an eye-catching orange finish and fitted with aftermarket wheels, setting it apart while still honoring the car’s bold original character.

Exterior and Interior

The 1965 Buick Riviera marked a styling update with hidden headlamps integrated into clamshell covers, a detail that remains one of its most celebrated features. On this car, the body has been refinished in orange, giving the already dramatic lines even greater impact. Aftermarket wheels add a touch of modern flair to the car’s profile, while chrome accents, trim, and bodywork retain the Riviera’s unmistakable mid-’60s elegance. Inside, the cabin is finished in black, offering a driver-focused yet comfortable environment with Buick’s trademark blend of style and practicality. The interior maintains its period-correct presentation, creating a fitting contrast to the exterior’s updated finish.

Engine

Under the hood lies Buick’s iconic 401ci “Nailhead” V8, fed by a 4-barrel carburetor. This particular example benefits from a replaced carburetor and a recently installed battery, ensuring both reliability and continued usability. The engine is mated to the ST-400 3-speed automatic, delivering torque smoothly to the rear wheels and making the Riviera as comfortable on long cruises as it is around town. With rear-wheel drive and Buick’s suspension tuning of the era, the car blends power with refinement, a hallmark of the Riviera nameplate.

Walk-around Video of this Buick Riviera

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