1971 Buick Riviera GS Gran Sport in Vintage Red & 455 Engine Sound - My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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On "My Car Story" we're in the Northern Suburbs of Chicago on 11-30-16.
We're looking at a 1971 Buick Riviera GS Gran Sport in Vintage Red Paint with a 455 engine.
We’re talking with the Owner Debbie Powless. Debbie shares she became a Buick Fan when her Grandfather gave her his Buick Electra 225 which he kept is excellent condition. Since that gift, she always liked Buicks.
One day at a car show she saw a 1970’s Buick Riviera and thought that is the car she wanted. She searched and found this one and purchased it in 2014. She then restored the car, and now she’s achieved her dream car that she drives with us today.
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[@senorkaboom]

Even 45 years later, that model Riviera still impresses.

[@loucostabile]

Agreed. Thanks for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@homeromaldonado1938]

You ain't lying hell I'm ashamed that I barely found out about this car last week 👀

[@blkpopeye]

Ah but is it realiable

[@philipancell516]

It sure does

[@philipancell516]

@@homeromaldonado1938 omg. Dude. That was the coolest car GM ever made. The 70 and 72 as well. The ones above 72 began to lose their style when plastic started to replace metal. My aunt had the 455 amd posi rear end and I used it a lot. Burned the back tires with ease lol. It would leave everything but a gas station. ⛽

[@scootosan]

Riv's are so under appreciated. Styling was futuristic and still is today.

[@debrapowless6351]

My grandson calls the Boattail the Batmobile! I like the shot that Lou got with the trunk open and it actually looks like an eagle.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Scootosan, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@adriannyasia]

I don't see a car, I see art...

[@loucostabile]

You have perfect vision :-)

[@aayazahmed5389]

I see that too 😏. Bellissimo! Bellissimo! 😘

[@tylorpyke9171]

one of the coolest looking cars of that decade.

[@piotrmigas6706]

Exactly

[@efogg3]

I'm a MOPAR fan but there's always something about those Buicks! I would own this and a few more! love them!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you "love them!" :-)

[@debrapowless6351]

I no longer have the car but I am so thankful that Lou did this video because I enjoy watching him describe the car. The comments are fun to read also! It is the only restoration project I have ever done and I am so proud of how it turned out. FYI I now have a 1964 Jaguar XKE roadster and a 1954 Kaiser Darrin.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Debra, It's my pleasure videoing with you. Let me know if you're ready to share your cars and I'll come by and we can video again, Lou

[@BortzCars]

@@loucostabile give us a call and maybe we can find a mutually convenient time.

[@terribelbliss9646]

Those springs should support that hood. This car was built in the day when gas station attendants put the fuel in, didn't matter to the customer where the filler cap was located. Notice that nowhere on the exterior does it say Buick. That's because Buick referred to this line as Riviera by Buick and it was marketed that way. It is a very cool car and I hope she enjoys it for many years. It looks and sounds like it just left the dealer show from. 👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Terri Bel Bliss, I did not notice that it does not say Buick on the outside. Interesting, thank you for pointing that out, Lou

[@terribelbliss9646]

Lou Costabile By the way, this is true of all the Riviera series, they were always referred to as Riviera by Buick. That was the script on the dash of my 97.

[@debrapowless6351]

Terri, you are correct the emblem on the back above the taillight says "Riviera and in MUCH smaller letters under it "By Buick"...I had never noticed that. The steering wheel has BUICK painted in silver. Interesting catch!!

[@terribelbliss9646]

I think the steering wheel has Buick on it because it may have been used in other models.

[@terribelbliss9646]

BTW I have a 72 Riviera

[@anthonyc1883]

Debbie looks like a woman who is happy with life, and not just happy because her car is being featured by Lou. My compliments on that---and your beautiful ride!

[@loucostabile]

Helps being featured so you can meet her :-)

[@electrichellion5946]

Wow! Truly a dream car for me. 71-72 Riviera GS (Stage 1 a bonus) to have and drive would make for a bigger smile on my already smiling face. She has a keeper with that ride and I love the vintage red color.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gene, Thank you for your wonderful comment on this car :-) Lou

[@chuckhaugan4970]

OH! The sound of that buzzer!!! When she was in the driver's seat.... And, that 455 is such a strong motor. Memories of my childhood. Thanks Lou

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chuck, Happy to read this car brings back memories :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@howabouthetruth2157]

What a gorgeous car. I used to have a '71 too, with factory dual exhaust & factory posi rear end. That was many years ago & sure wish I never sold that car. Thanks Lou and Debbie, I really enjoyed it!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Howabouthetruth, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

[@macphail1964]

Thanks Debbie for sharing your beautiful car with us.I'm glad you appreciate it! Best of luck with it.Thanks for bringing this video to us Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi macphail1964, Glad you enjoyed this one :-) Regarding "bringing this video', it's my pleasure. I hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@macphail1964]

Indeed!

[@michaelr4063]

Gotta be the nicest Boat-tail I've ever seen. Brand new! A hot-rod in a tuxedo. Well done Debbie! Lol, you guys were flying on that little road. Thumbs up.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael R, Yes, a well done restoration, it's like being at the showroom this car is so clean. We make sure when on a drive or ride we stay within the posted speed limit and stay in the legal limits of the law .... :-) Lou

[@debrapowless6351]

Michael R thank you so much the restoration was a lot of work and a bigger project then I ever expected but the guys who did the body and paint were great, also the polisher was an amazingly talented man and made "dinged" up wheel well trim and other trim pieces look like brand new. That boat does look like it was flying but again we were driving the speed limit ;)

[@michaelr4063]

Debbie thank you! I say without apologies that I can spot the "half-baked" restorations rather easily. Many people once they are confronted with the cost of doing it properly will start cutting corners. It's refreshing to see one with no questions, no apologies. Restoring cars correctly is a money losing (usually, lol) exercise in patience , love, pride, respect.... All that. And knowing when to say when. You two could have been talking about the moon landing for all I know, lol. The car speaks for itself. Thanks again, Debbie.

[@TheBrooklynbodine]

How I'd love to have one, jacked in the back with mag wheels. The 71-73 Rivieras were the ONLY bad-ass cars ever made, IMHO.

[@MrMenefrego1]

Another one! I just watched two of your other productions about the truly magnificent '71 bot tail Buick, Riviera GS and this one is a very unique one; being restored back to original condition and all. The brushed aluminum dash is a nice touch for the GS. I need to stop reminiscing, get down to business and find me one of these gems before I die! It's a bit more difficult finding one of these since I live in Europe now, but where there's a will... Thanks, Lou you, these productions have given me the push I needed to make the decision to buy one of these precious ole Buick's and fulfill one of my childhood dreams!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, Happy to read the videos have inspired you :-) Hope you're behind the wheel of the right car for you soon, Lou

[@opera93]

Thanks, great idea…. How is your Car projects,& projected : coming? ?? Interestingly, Lou & his work,always interest me:: my first new car Buy was a 70 CORONET 500/RALLEY RED / Black vinyl/383/4 bb,/ loaded: from Dealer next to Pharmacy I worked at, the cars we did “””NOT “buy “”about as interesting.. e.g.70:CHALLENGER triple/* Green//RT/SE, 4 Speed/ MAGNUM WITH every option Dodge had, most of which we did not want/ & not like Greens etc…interestingly, also, I **test drove overnighted, a 70 Dart/ Greens also/ HI PERF/Disc Brakes/340/ scoops/tach*& Special from Drag/ Police Dealer Add … that was a screamer,, etc…Seemed to be best handling & tightest car ever been in ( We had a **high mileage 1966 GALAXIE 500/XL/4 speed/352 Burgandy ( like JAY LeNO’s You Tube BUILD, only not real expensive add-on, (***e.g. I,had METALLIC Brakes,no 7 LITRE, ORIGINAL DELUXE INT/ Exterior, MOTORCRAFT COOLANT recovery,etc.**). in those budget days!)……. S

[@MH-fb5kr]

While my car was in for repair, I was able to drive a Buick just like this for 2 weeks. Starting the engine, you could watch the gas gauge race towards empty. I couldn’t afford to own this lux beast.

[@loucostabile]

Hi M H, Happy to read you had a fun drive in a Buick like this :-) Lou

[@ericlockard6376]

My dad had a '72 Riviera GS. Amazing power for such a large car.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Eric, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Dads car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@edb.3313]

Absolutely beautiful!!...she was gorgeous then and still is today. Class in everyway!! THX Lou! :-)

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ed B. Well said :-) Lou

[@mr.j2776]

Great car. Great color! My brother worked with a guy who had a Riviera. I dropped him off at work a couple of times, and always admired the "boat tail". Years later, I owned a 71 Toronado and my brother had a 71 T bird. Both were "beak mobiles". Must have been a thing in the early 70s. Hope this Riviera is still going strong!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mr. J, Happy to read this car brings back memories of other cars you remember :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@Chitwn81]

That is a absolute outstanding vehicle. Whomever she let do the complete restoration spared no expense and Im sure it was quite the expense. She is in Chicago with me.

[@loucostabile]

Hi ThaGoat06, High praise for this car :-) I see you like model trains, I think you'll enjoy this playlist. Lou kzbin.info/aero/PLkoIzmOYXcchOyKhEHn_2-NqjpNFq64U3

[@enemyofmyenemy6713]

my Aunt had the same exact car when i was growing up in the 80's, i love riding in the big ol boat cars Buick, Caddy, Lincoln the suspension you feel like your floatin down the road hardly notice bumps or tracks

[@loucostabile]

Hi Enemy of my Enemy, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Aunts car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@JSDesignHK]

A thoroughly delightful video on all counts: Debbie is charming and fun, she knows how to drive her car well and enjoys it. Fabulous car in the right hands!

[@loucostabile]

Hi JSD HK, Glad you enjoyed this one :-) Agreed the right person with the right car, Lou

[@davekostka7151]

I love these Buicks. Even the earlier models were elegant gentlemen's sports cars.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dave, Happy to read "I love these Buicks" :-) Lou

[@DJKhrome]

Lou, tell Deb that is one bad Boattail! There was Riviera styles that always stood out: the ‘63-‘65, the ‘71-‘73 Boattail, and the ‘79-‘85 Riv. My uncle had a ‘72 green Boattail and I had an ‘80 Riviera. Great Buicks!

[@loucostabile]

Hi DJKhrome, Happy to read you enjoy the design of this one :-) Glad to read you're Uncle had a cool 1972 too, Lou

[@AndrewGraham07]

An iconic shape, designed when car companies weren't afraid to step outside the comfort zone in order to produce something truly spectacular. I liked this vintage red Riviera so much I watched the video three times ! Nice to see all that documentation in the trunk, too.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Andrew Graham, Nice to read your thoughts as you share a comment. Glad you enjoyed this one several times :-) Lou

[@Matt_from_Florida]

Good to see someone appreciate it. More than anything though, that *dealer book* (5:04) brought back memories of how the sales process was done for so, so many years. Kind of made me nostalgic.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Matt from Florida, Happy to read this car brings back memories of the former sales process :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@Tech-ez1qj]

This car is just gorgeous. My heart melts every time I see an old Buick Riviera.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tech 13, High praise for the looks of this car :-) If you type into KZbin search "My Car Story with Lou Riviera" I think you'll see many you enjoy. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@tonycox7802]

I have a 1973 Riviera by Buick. It's such a fine automobile. One of my favorite in my collection.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tony, Happy to read you have a cool car too, Lou

[@OliverHoffmannDesign]

I had this EXACT car--colors, GS, options...but sold around 91 in Detroit. This is a beautiful restoration! Mine had about 175,000 miles on it and wasn't nearly this clean at the end. The shape of this trunk made it very difficult to load larger items.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Oliver, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@dontellgucci1117]

What a sweetheart of a Lady. Riviera and Toronado always favorites. Dad bought 79' Riv off the showroom floor. Black with grey velour and grey carpet with white vinyl on panels. So classy it was

[@loucostabile]

Hi Paul Arthur, Glad I videoed a favorite, and thank you for sharing your Dad's 79 Riv story :-) Lou

[@debrapowless6351]

Thanks so much Paul Arthur for the kind comments! That is cool that you remember your dad buying such a great classic off the showroom floor!!

[@rickreid7036]

My first car, '71 Riviera. I had the same color, except the vinyl roof was only the back 1/3 of the roof and it was a maroon paisley print. Wish I had a picture, it may not sound it, but it looked pretty cool. Was able to get it up to 120 a few times. Even some unintentional off-roading. Had a very smooth ride, very solid. Loved watching the sunset bounce off the huge hood of that car.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rick Reid, Good times, good times :-) Lou

[@fabiohaeser8742]

Congratulations to you both, thanks for posting. I just love the 1971-73 Rivieras and it's the first time a GS in such a spectacular condition cames around . Salute from Brazil!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Fabio, You're welcome. Happy to read "I just love the 1971-73 Rivieras" :-) Salute from USA! Lou

[@robertortiz8540]

Lou Costabile Thanks for sharing this video. I was 11 years old in 1971, I like this 71 Buick Riviera GS in Vintage Red the color looks nice I wish General Motors in this generation would bring back this same style of Buick I'd run to the dealership and buy one but they probably would have to modify the specs of this generation to make it work.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Robert, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and you're welcome. I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@billisaacs702]

My goodness. Always been my favorite American car. There is nothing like it.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bill, Happy to read you appreciate this car and glad to read it's a favorite of yours :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@loucostabile]

Good news! Here is one more for you to enjoy. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqHTn4GPl86oqrs

[@albertstelletell53]

My Dad worked 4 Buick we had rivs home from 63 to 74 they were great autos top pf the line Buick GS Gran Sport in 65 to 74 in 65 and 66 had 2 4barrels 425 riv sweet rides

[@loucostabile]

Hi Albert, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Dads cars :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@MensAsses33]

So nice to see a proud car girl for a nice change...awesome car 🚗 😍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Heretic, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Here is one more for you, enjoy. Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYPRZJSfjNFrf5Y

[@loucostabile]

Ohhhh here's one more :-) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHLRdmNmqa-hmdk

[@computerjantje]

One of the most beautiful cars ever build. i love this color on it

[@loucostabile]

Hi computerjantje, High praise :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@Lance2773]

That red with black top, my preference exactly!

[@loucostabile]

Glad this one is a Winner for you Lance2773 :-) Lou

[@oldschoolhiphop2275]

The legend behind why people get these cars is just as important as the car. Her grandfather had an 1966 Electra is lengedary.

[@loucostabile]

HI Oldschoolhiphop, You're right about the "Why?" they have them. I believe you're going to enjoy MANY of the Car stories on the Channel, Lou

[@hbsteve7724]

Almost all I can say, Lou, is "WOW;" but the old Buick's had awesome, trend-setting designs and for many years so iconic. As a kid I remember my Grandfather's 37 Terraplane which he had for many years. Mother's first car was a Ford roadster, then when she married my Father they bought a Chevy, Plymouth, then their first of many Buicks. My Dad took me to the dealer's to see the brand new '59's when they first appeared and I don't think I my jaw relaxed for 2 weeks afterward. I will never forget my Uncle's 65 silver (w/black top) Riviera GS. The Rivieras' were almost orgasmic; no almost for some people, lol. Thanks for all the gr8 videos!

[@loucostabile]

Hi hbsteve77, Glad you like this one :-) Thank you for sharing the story of your families great cars! Lou

[@dougdombeck3776]

I had a 73 Riviera with the same body style. Best car I’ve ever had. The 455 cu. was a great engine.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Doug, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@247jimbo]

Top ten greatest designs of all time! Lucky you getting to see it and go for a ride Lou! That is a sweet car- PERFECT GEM! Expensive to fill up now with about 10 mpg! lol! GM really took risks even as late as '71 with that boat tail! Crazy over- the top- it was all about STYLE! Now it's cool to have a all blacked-out out box, yuk! Hope you are good Lou! Thanks for showing us the amazing brochures and selection charts-- sooooo cool to see them, Love it!

[@loucostabile]

High praise for this design 247jimbo :-)

[@anitabeaton9454]

IN New Zealand I'm well into my project of converting my 72 Riviera to powered convertible top. Flew over to Brisbane Australia to aquire a scissor top assembly and the body/frame that the rear curtain faces up to and includes the trunk hinges. All this from a 72 Eldorado being parted by an old gent who breaks down lots n lots of Cadillacs n Lincolns etc. I already had scissortop windscreen frame which I fitted welded precisely.Just needed the stainless bright moldings n the painted interior ones to complete W/screen job..Also I have lowered the rear hips at the rear side glass both sides.This car is shaping up to be the most beautifull Buick I've ever owned and I've had very many lovely ones, Wildcats,Riviera,Electra,LeSabres.This one will be far more gorgeous than all of them!!!! No BS.!!!!El Raymond's Custom Carriages of Auckland New Zealand.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Anita, Thank you for sharing your ambition project, and I hope it comes out exactly the way you want. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@markdavey2107]

Stunning ..very beautiful sporty and style ..love it

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@markdavey2107]

That dealer book was so cool to own ..

[@loucostabile]

Nice to have it, I agree.

[@eriksossa5297]

Unencumbered design of that era was so beautiful. Brought back memories!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Erik, Happy to read this car brings back memories :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@laserwizard2]

This is the first video I saw of yours. Hooked that moment. What a beautiful car!

[@loucostabile]

Nice! Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)

[@chasl3645]

That would be an awesome car to sit on the road all day.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chas L, Agreed, this is a good car to be in, Lou

[@billmagorian490]

Debbie I hope you still have this magnificent car. You obviously sacrificed to restore this car to its current glory. Other than a SEMA car your car is one of the best. You go girl!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bill, Happy to read you enjoy this Care Taker with her car :-) Lou

[@raymondbogert7880]

MY UNGLE HAD THE SAME ONE IN GOLD WHAT A BOAT BEAUTIFUL BUICK 🇺🇲☝️👍✌️

[@loucostabile]

Hi RAYMOND, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@kingkai4125]

Out of all the "American Muscle" cars, this is my favourite. The lines are just beautiful.

[@loucostabile]

Hi King Kai, We have a Winner! Glad you like the lines on this one :-) Hope you see more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@AJ67901]

Beautiful paint on this one. Had one of these for about 12 years. The cornering lights are hard to come by and look nice. Love the buckets and the console. Lucky owner of a very unique vehicle.

[@loucostabile]

Glad you like this one :-) Thanks for sharing about your 12 year car. Lou

[@nurifidei4056]

you can't imagine how much happy I'm for seeing this beautiful car driven by this classy lady ❤

[@loucostabile]

Hi Noureddine Guenoun, Happy to read you appreciate this Care Taker with her car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@nurifidei4056]

@@loucostabile tremendous channel and great content ❤ petrol heads like me always appreciate the effort made by guys like you. thank you so much 💜

[@richardmoeller759]

I LOVE that car.Always have.

[@loucostabile]

NICE !

[@kmrbsc]

Gorgeous Car! OMG! I remember it well. Gorgeous sound too!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Kelly, High praise for the looks of this car :-) Glad this car brings back memories too, Lou

[@johnadams4938]

I had the 1971 version, 455 engine,canary yellow, black vinyl top I loved it, still do, beautiful car, looks,and performance, don’t make them like this anymore ❤❤

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@BigBoyWoogie]

Amazing vehicle. Love the style and that color looked great.

[@loucostabile]

Hi BigBoyWoogie, Happy to read you appreciate this "Amazing vehicle" :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@craigsmith9843]

Thanks for showing this lou its a car i would love to own.your videos are so informative you obviously realy appreciate these works of art.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Craig, Happy to read you're enjoying the "works of art" with me. Glad to read you're enjoying the episodes with me, and thank you for the kind words, it's appreciated, Lou

[@DavidR-ub2dp]

Even more unique it's a 455 Riviera GS 👍💯💯

[@loucostabile]

Bonus big motor on this one :-)

[@bassbymichele]

this car is freaking amazing

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michele, High praise :-) Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@joseivan61]

En mi hogar hubo uno 1972 de ese color, GS, capota de vinyl blanca, interiores blancos. ¡Hermoso como ese! Adicional, tenía vareta desde el frente hasta atras en el cambio de curvatura arriba, y monitores de las luces en las esquinas frontales del guardalodo. Era posi-traction. Elegante auto, me encantaba. Nunca le tomamos fotos, lamentablemente.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jose, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@SuperBooboo02]

BEAUTIFUL RIVIERA! BUICK NEEDS TO BRING THIS BACK, SCREW ALL THESE SUVS!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Scott Walper, Glad you enjoyed this one :-) Lou

[@craigjorgensen4637]

Now THIS is the one to have! Right options, right color and interior even the 1971 dual stripe whitewalls! What a beautiful car! Shows pride of ownership! I’ve owned two 65’s and a 69 and I would love to own this one !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Craig Jorgensen , Happy to read you enjoy this Riviera :-) Reading you're a former Riviera Owner I hope you're behind the wheel of one like this soon, Lou

[@anandmorris]

Watching re-runs of Due South brought me here!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Anand Morris, Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@arnepianocanada]

A truly classy lady with a truly classy Buick - one of my all-time fave Buicks, '71 best of this era (what a colour!🤩) And Lou, a classy presenter; who could ask for anything more?

[@loucostabile]

Hi Arne, Win / Win :-) Appreciate the kind words, Lou

[@DaveonTap]

I grew up loving the Buick Riviera. Remember them quite well growing up.Nice to see someone else s experience driving around. Thanks.

[@loucostabile]

Hi David Thourogood, Glad you see one you loved :-) Thank you for your comment and sharing, Lou

[@brahilly]

I had this exact model, except it was gold with a white vinyl roof. One day I was visiting a client and when we were done he accompanied me outside where I had the car parked in front of his bakery. As he was a South African immigrant, he knew nothing about American cars. He sort of gasped when he saw it and asked what it was. After I told him he said, "IT LOOKS LIKE A ROCKET !!! Well I don't think it does, but like the boat-tail Corvette from the same designer, it does look like it's moving fast, even when standing still.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brian, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@philipancell516]

That was the coolest car GM ever made!!❤ the 70 and 72 as well. My Aunt had a 70 that was gold with the brown vinyl top and a light brown leather interior with the Buick mags. She lent it to me a lot and asked me why the back tires were always the ones needing to be replaced lol.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Philip, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Aunts car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@philipancell516]

@@loucostabile thx Lou!! Will do!

[@DavidR-ub2dp]

This year Riviera has rust issues and they were not well ventilated but love it no matter what thanks lou for another amazing video 👍💯💯

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge.

[@majorpayne5289]

Simply beautiful! It emits such great class when you open the door. Love this BUICK! Todays plastic cars 😞 ….what have we done to ourselves?! Thx Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Major Payne, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Good news! All those "metal" cars are still featured on this KZbin Channel for you to enjoy. You're welcome, Lou

[@BlutoBlutarsky]

One of the last artistically designed cars drawn by hand, the console and shifter so rare and so unique. The sights and sounds of the drive reminded me what it was like to drive these big boats years ago. I could almost smell the vinyl and carpets. Truly stunning. And the owner is so nice!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bluto Blutarsky, Glad you enjoyed the design of this one :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@user-xk3ip6wd1z]

My first car was a '71 Riviera and I still love them. This one is spectacular and that's a great owner!

[@loucostabile]

Hi 1776, Happy to read this car / video brings back memories of your 1st car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@trillrifaxegrindor4411]

wow,that riv is stunning from every angle

[@loucostabile]

Hi trillrif axegrindor, Happy to read you enjoy the design of this car :-) Lou

[@J._Campbell]

Потрясающий авто! Спасибо из России! Great car! Thanks a lot from Russia!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Music of Nature, Glad you enjoyed this one :-) Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@daimlerv122]

Dr. Campbell Music of Nature Одна из самых красивых машин за всю историю, часами можно любоваться ею! One of the most beautiful cars in history!

[@DavidR-ub2dp]

Love the boatail Riviera buicks engine colors were in red till the mid 70s they were corporate blue

[@loucostabile]

Hi David R, Happy to read you enjoy the design of this car :-) Lou

[@francoismontresmecaniques7082]

Reviewing this one years after, what a beauty is the boattail, one of my favourite, the face, that Boattail, and beautiful documentation, the lady made things right. A pleasure to watch this video.

[@loucostabile]

Glad this car video brought you pleasure :-)

[@donfronterhouse4759]

I'm jealous. It doesn't get any better than a 71 GS That is the car that got away. My uncle had one and back in 81, I was a junior in HS, and I thought I was going to buy it but he let a salesman talk him into trading it in on a new Regal. It was gold and that color isn't my favorite but it was beautiful and the interior was like new and we were a Buick family. Other guys liked sports cars,to me THAT was a sports car. ☹️ I'm still pissed about it. Finding a 71 GS is impossible.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Don, Happy to share this "sports car" with you :-) Think you'll enjoy this video too, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/fam8Xop8p7Zkjs0

[@geoffreydavisiii7678]

This was during the last of Bill Mitchell's Design era. You can see his influence here.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Geoffrey Davis, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge, Lou

[@johnbeer5242]

Geoffrey Davis he did a great job 🤔

[@rickeyb.9072]

Good point! When Lou had his camera position taking a shot from the right side pointing towards the front hood area, it looked exactly like a 1963 Buick Rivera front end at that point. Nice!

[@marcfredo8273]

I owned a '73 about 30 years ago. Still hate myself for selling it. In my opinion the Boattail was the highlight of 70's GM styling.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Marc Fredo, Why don't you make it a goal to search and get yourself that car again? Just a thought, Lou

[@1955mouse]

Wow, love this one too, Lou, to me it's one of the last awesome classics!! I honestly believe that the "early" 70's was the end of an era for classic cars, and they seemed to make the most of it, too! I remember as a kid I used to go to the car dealers and get these brochures on the new models coming out, I think sometime in the mid 60's when I did this, (I'm getting too old to remember much anymore LOL) it was fun and got to see an awful lot of beautiful brand new vehicles too! It, indeed was a fun hobby I really enjoyed!

[@loucostabile]

Hi mouse lee, High praise for this classic :-) Lou

[@knowbodiesfull5768]

Let's hear it for Debbie! She is living proof that ladies love vintage cars too! Her '71 Riviera is a beauty.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Geminisixtyfour, Happy to read you appreciate this Care Taker & her 71 Riviera :-) Lou

[@Get7Out7ofthe7Boat]

She's a Sweetheart. Nice car too !

[@loucostabile]

NICE :-)

[@covfefebigly768]

She's a beauty. The car too.

[@loucostabile]

Win / Win :-)

[@pauldulworth2768]

Wow. What a machine.

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@painterdood2484]

I know this is a few months old but I just wanted to offer my compliments; Debbie, you are my kinda girl. Great job! I Still love this car. You have really done it right. Not sure why the few of these remaining are not more valued. The 71-72 were truly unique cars. I bought one with low miles way back in 1977 when I was just a kid. When I saw a $1500 price tag, I knew I had to have it. With something like 24k on the odometer, the car drove and looked like new. I didn't care if was a "Doctors" car. To me it looked like nothing else on the road and that was cool. It still is. Most of my friends drove Camaro's and Mustang's so it was a bit of an odd choice to them.That is until our first ROAD TRIP! For a big car, it handled really good. It wasn't a GS but it did have the special order heavy duty suspension option and a bench seat up front. It could seat three couples nicely. No, it wasn't as roomy as a mini van but it was a lot more fun to drive. It was such a blast to cruise in that my friends would argue over who was driving. By the way, The deck lid louvers were a great custom look but yes, you are right. they were part of what GM touted as "Flow Through" ventilation and while sitting at a long red light you would smell the exhaust fumes. Which is why the louvers were gone in 1972. I plugged mine off while upgrading the factory stereo. I hope your guy did the same. It's good to see someone doing justice to one of the few real classic cars from the 70's. The 71 Riviera made a brief appearance on the New "Top Gear" now known as the Grand Tour. In a segment about the "beautiful cars Americans used to make" the Boat Tail got ooo's and aaah's. I Hope you saw it! I also hope your enjoying your Riviera as much as I did mine. Sorry Lou, I guess I had a car story I forgot all about. Thanks for posting this.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Painter Dood, Glad you like this one :-) I enjoyed reading your story of yours, thank you for sharing, Lou

[@gojoe2833]

Hi Lou I always enjoy your videos! I'm not the biggest fan of the Boattail Riviera but I admit it looks very muscular, especially at the rear fenders. I do like the 1963-65 Rivs but my favorite Buick of all time is the 1966 Skylark GS. Keep up the good work Lou!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi gojoe283, Thanks for viewing and sharing the cars you enjoy. Appreciate the kind words :-) Lou

[@srercrcr]

One of my all-time favorites....plush, powerful, but the buying public wasn't crazy about the boat-tail rear. (GM always seems to get scolded for innovating). Doesnt that rear glass remind you of the original Sting Ray?

[@loucostabile]

Hi srercrcr, I can see why you'd say that about the back glass. Thank you for pointing that out, Lou

[@Snake-ms7sj]

Should. It was designed by Bill Mitchell that also did the 63-67 Corvettes.

[@dave1956]

I owned a virtual twin to this car back in the mid-seventies. I traded a 69 Riviera for it. They were like two totally different cars. I owned a 66 years later and liked that one the best of all three.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dave, Happy to read you had one like this too :-) Lou

[@user-ox8fw3cm8m]

Необыкновенно красивый,роскошный автомобиль,это просто шедевр автомобилестроения! звук двигателя ошеломляет,чувствуешь мощь,скрытую под капотом, аутентичный стиль- это мечта.

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for viewing & sharing.

[@tscooter22]

I remember seeing these on the roads as a kid. I thought the design was really weird at the time. My initial impression was you didn't know if it was coming or going. Now, looking back, I see this automobile as a beautiful piece of art. I loved cars back then, but I was still a bit young to understand the reality of how cool cars were back then. Sure I had favorites, like my Father's '69 428 cj Mustang, but I was too young to really appreciate the amazing time and effort that went into designing some of the truly amazing cars of the day. Great video!! :thumbs up:

[@loucostabile]

Hi tscooter22, Amazing thing about cars is they seem to get better looking with age, Lou

[@bry4950]

These were solid cars.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce Bryant, Yes they are :-) Rides like your floating with smooth acceleration on an open highway. Lou

[@auaiao9]

Such a drastic change in styling from '70 to '71. Both beautiful cars.

[@loucostabile]

Yes, good points on styling and beauty.

[@brandond5209]

This was the same year and model car my parents had when Im was born. I was brought home the hospital in one of these!

[@loucostabile]

Hi brandon D , Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Parents car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@billmagorian490]

Debbie you have a beautiful GS Riv. Love the color. I love the boat tail Rivs. I almost bought one years ago. I have a 2019 Corvette GS. I know this is an older video so you probably wont see my comment. You have an amazing car that you have done right by. Love your car. You go Girl!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bill Magorian,High praise for Debbie's car :-) Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@kensherwood4866]

lovely car great restoration, nice back story and a lovely lady kind e nought to share her car passion with us Thanks

[@loucostabile]

Well said. Thank you for viewing and commenting, Lou

[@debrapowless6351]

Thanks Ken! It was a lot of fun having Lou Costabile do the video!!!

[@rueben44]

Amazing car. I used to see one sitting in a neighbors yard growing up and I used to fawn over that rear end and window. Still love the design to this day.

[@loucostabile]

Hi RayJ-HT , Happy to read this car brings back memories of your neighbors car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@JakeTheMuss10454]

TRUELY A BEAUTIFUL CAR..

[@loucostabile]

Hi LAMLM23/7/365, Glad you enjoyed this one :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@mordechailevinson8646]

....WOW...thanks for posting this...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mordechai Levinson, Thank you for the awesome comment :-) You're welcome & I hope you see many more on the Channel that "wow" you, Lou

[@JackF99]

Love the women enthusiasts! Someday Lou should put together a collection of past episodes which feature cars owned by women.

[@loucostabile]

Hi JackF, I enjoy the women enthusiast too. The Ladies are definitely on this Channel sharing their love for their cars :-) Lou

[@rajeewananayakkara7577]

Very beautiful car. Thanks lou.👍👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rajeewa, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@ronbianca1975]

I had a 71 Riviera new in back in 71. It was driven from MA. to CA. over 3000 mi. It took only 3 days, I think I may have set a record but that was unimportant to me. What I enjoyed the most was the way it flattened the mountains as I traveled across the country. It was like sitting in y living room!

[@loucostabile]

Good times, good times :-)

[@Hamad-re9vr]

The best car maded in 70s 👍🏻

[@loucostabile]

High praise.