1964 BUICK RIVIERA COUPE

OVERVIEW

This 1964 Buick Riviera is powered by a numbers-matching Wildcat 465 425ci V8 mated to a three-speed Super Turbine 400 automatic transmission. Finished in Granada Red over a black vinyl interior, this classic is now offered by the seller with a broadcast sheet, service manual, original owner's guide, and clear title.

Highlights

• Numbers-matching engine 
• Factory air conditioning 
• Custom rear air shock absorbers 

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a dealer
• Current location: Florida 

EXTERIOR

• Granada Red paint 
• Hood with dual vents 
• Side moldings 
• Driver-side chrome mirror 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 15-inch stock wheels 
  • Buick center caps
• 235/75 Mavis All Season radial tires 

INTERIOR

• Black vinyl upholstery
• Woodgrain trim
• Center console with automatic shifter
• Air conditioning  
• Power steering 
• Aftermarket retro-look stereo 
  • AM/FM
  • Bluetooth compatible 

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 140-mph speedometer
  • Clock
  • Fuel
• Odometer shows 46,566 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• Wildcat 465 425ci V8
  • Factory rated at 
    • 340 horsepower at 4,400 rpm
    • 465 lb-ft of torque at 2,800 rpm 
    • 10.25:1 compression ratio 
  • Holley 850 Sniper EFI system

Transmission

• Three-speed Super Turbine 400 automatic 

Service History Highlights

• Holley Sniper EFI system was installed in 2024

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• Custom air shocks on the rear 
• Power drum brakes 
• Dual exhaust system 

TRIM TAG DECODER

• DATE, 05B - Second week of May, 1964
• STYLE, 4747 - Riviera Sport Coupe 
• PLANT, FB - Flint, Michigan 
• TRIM, 628 - Black vinyl upholstery
• PAINT, VV - Granada Red 
• ACC
  • Group 1 
    • W - Tinted windshield
    • X - Power windows 
    • S - Automatic trunk release
  • Group 2
    • K - Factory air conditioning 
  • Group 4
    • F - Outside remote mirror
  • Group 5
    • W - Deluxe front seat belts with retractors

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Minor tear on the driver-seat as shown in the photos 

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Broadcast sheet 
• Service manual
• Original owner's guide 
• New glovebox liner
• New front seat foam