1995 Buick Riviera Start Up, Exhaust, Test Drive, and In Depth Review

[@dougclark9710]

The finest KZbin presentation of a vehicle I have ever seen. I am the original owner of a 1995 Buick Riviera (White) Supercharged. I have 95,000 miles on the Riv. I consider the car a work of art. Not many were produced and sadly young men are getting their hands on the 95-99 Rivs and converting them into racing machines. I'm glad to see you appreciate the car and its history. Thank You !

[@dirtyred9376]

The best Riviera is the 1983,84,85 convertible anything else is just a regular car.

[@bernieschiff5919]

I agree, the Riviera is a future classic design. I have a 97 supercharged Riviera with 98,000 miles. No real issues, very reliable. Average 35 mpg on highway with premium fuel. Plenty of power-I never need more than 2500 rpm for acceleration. (I notice he was flooring it from a standing start, probably showing off for the video). I never had to pull 5000 rpm. Passing on highway is easy, you can quickly go way past the speed limit. Agree, very quiet, no wind noise, great all around visibility, excellent seating design. The low profile battery is expensive to replace, at least 2x over the standard.

[@calvin4319]

@@dirtyred9376 I wouldnt say that, most people I know love this body style in the video the most out of all the rivieras becuase of its somewhat futuristic design, nice ride, comfortable interior, and smooth supercharged power delivery.

[@bluwng]

​@@calvin4319agree

[@bradygarber8757]

My grandfather has a 1996 Supercharged one. He loves it and so do I. It is very nice and relaxing to ride in, but when you need to get somewhere quick, the car can handle it well. It is a beautiful car and compared to other 90's cars, this looks like a concept car.

[@buqwik525]

I fell in love with that car when I first laid eyes on it. I finally bought a 1995 Supercharged Riviera in 2005. It was a very early production as the build date was August 2, 1994 It was Adriatic Blue and had every possible option available. Very quiet and smooth.

[@orasis]

What's sad is that this Buick looks better than the forgettable things they're selling in 2017.

[@haasman100]

orasis yup. I have the same car and color but with a supercharged engine.

[@jamesb8305]

This could pass as a 2018 model.

[@grantyazel3375]

Buying one today as my daily driver! They drive incredibly well for that era of GM.

[@bradyg499]

me. i really think a new Riviera would bring a lot of people back to Buick

[@42luke93]

orasis Yeah the last good cars they made were the Buick Terraza and Buick Rendezvous

[@orasis]

These cars still sell for like 5k ... that's not bad for a car made in 1995. I'm amazed at how many still work.

[@milemoule]

Definitely saabkyle04's video that deserves most views!! Because it's a complete video showing one of the best car ever made. I live in China, I own a Buick, make videos of it and I'm proud. Great vid!.

[@gustavokennedy213]

what a beautiful car

[@Medal6]

Gustavo Kennedy said no one

[@frazzledwizard3595]

I think it's beautiful. I love this generation.

[@Cino777]

This one looks like its released before, or after the Lincoln Mark series from 1995.

[@carwhiz90]

@@Cino777 the Mark 8 was one of its competitors along with the Lexus SC

[@ajm849]

Before watching this, I never realized how nice these Riviera's actually are! You are so lucky to own one in that great of shape...I'm jealous!!

[@Froboy1100]

This is my car atm. and is my first car. A wonderful piece of machinery. Awesome car to have at my age.

[@zenythgaming6705]

same here man! 95 buick riviera, mines needs a little fixing up to do but its amazing! you got the supercharger to ?

[@ninamoon4381]

My first car was a 98 lesabre. It was dark blue had the biggest and most comfortable backseat of any car I’ve sat in even had more leg room than my grandparents crown Vic. Blue leather seat, super smooth ride quality. It had 210k miles and the 3.8 still purred. I was always easy on the throttle because you hit rod then around like a race car and they won’t last long. I wanted to take that car to 300k unfortunately it got wrecked about 3 months ago. Wasn’t my fault. But I ultimately decided to get another lesabre and it’s a beauty. This one only has 98k miles, almost perfect light green paint, and everything I wanted to do to the 98 I’ve already done to the 97 because it broke down due to coolant leaks and luckily I already had the parts. I’ve done a tune up, it has an aluminum intake, new hoses, all new gaskets except for the oil pan, transmission filter, etc. It was only about $300 worth of parts off eBay. It took about 10 days but after it was finished it runs so good. After my wreck being without my car for a month and a half sucked. If it ever happens again I want to have a second car. I’m thinking of one of these as a possibility

[@bluerazor7049]

this is the most beautifull 1990s American car ever built aero dynamic little Coupé.

[@Bigbird93]

I have a 2007 Buick lacrosse and it's my first car

[@PapaBear816]

I'm buying one in a couple days. 1995 Buick Riviera. 85k miles on it. I already love the car and with a 3800 Series 2.. just take care of her and she'll run FOREVER :D I can't wait to get her!!!!

[@charleshousman3570]

And yes I bought it, being delivered tomorrow!

[@gunsmokehendrix1503]

Where do you buy them from bro?

[@LolBruhhh]

This video is the reason why I would like to own a Riviera. It looks advanced and comfortable. The seat with the lumbar, dear lord! That must've helped plenty of drivers with one of these vehicles out there and I hope it still is.

[@Underappreciatedclassics]

Landoux3 being its *3800* powered there is plenty left

[@Forge17]

It’s so awesome how the interior was clearly inspired by the 1965 Riviera

[@LonidaLeon]

Love this strange car

[@ranger_who]

You have did a great review with style. Not too familiar with American cars, but to me this Buick Riviera was a love at first sight in that era.

[@revxxxxxxx]

I actually prefer and appreciate your reviews more on a car like this than your reviews on exotics. Keep up the good work. Love the dash in this Riviera.

[@Underappreciatedclassics]

3800's never die!

[@newbielives]

This was one of my dream cars when I was a kid

[@oans84]

I dont know much about this car, but WOW its gorgeus!!!! The styling, the interior is uufff!!!! really nice

[@IveGotNothinToSay]

This is why I like your videos, Kyle. You can review any car on this planet, and you still give equal attention to the older cars like this one. That warrants respect.

[@PSVITAMagister]

This dashboard looks pretty :D

[@bradleymeyer9775]

I like this car. The exterior and interior colors are really nice. A great combination.

[@juelzm149]

Beautiful car in great condition! I love the way pretty much any GM V6 sounds but that 3800 series 2 and 3 has a growl that just cant be beat!!! ....for a V6 anyway :)

[@pineappleoverlord9k462]

i know this is a older video but im getting a beautiful beige one here VERY soon and honestly in 2021 its so cool! its a 1996 model with the supercharger on it making that 240 hrs pwr and nearly 300 twerks!

[@brorowcarwiz]

Sweet car! Really rare to find one of these in this condition. Thanks for all your hard work!

[@mrmountaindewiscool]

I've got a 98 riviera supercharged, and for being only 17 this car is a hell of a car, it will be a sad day to see it go but I'm going to enjoy it now while it's in my drive way

[@Tallerico500]

The has a very cool interior in my opinion.

[@N-Scale]

I am on my second, last series, Riviera and we love them. It was WAY ahead of it's time with the tech thought that went into it but no one who has not owned one never sees. They are the most comfortable and smoothest road cars ever. Mike

[@thatcatrudy9709]

The vibration is due to the engine being a 90 degree V6.

[@7Jayday365]

I liked the vibration the only thing I could remember. Made the engine feel powerful.

[@omegarugal9283]

the 3800 is very smooth for a v6, the vibration musy come from somewhere else

[@nfullenwider]

Edit: I bought one! 1995 Series I Supercharged! 12:24 was particularly helpful. Great review as always. You mention how the dashboard takes inspiration from the first generation Riviera, but I honestly think the whole car is a modern reinterpretation. I look at the side profile and especially the front fenders and see some of the same elements present in 1963.

[@accobra4272]

Hi there. If you still have the car how many miles and do you have any problems so far?

[@CasualGamer121]

My uncle had a 1996 riviera supercharged in pearl white with a grey interior. it was a nice car, and very quiet. He got rid of it because the transmission was going on it😔

[@schwenda3727]

How many miles did he put on it? Hopefully these things can pull 200k+ miles out their asses; even moreso if predominantly highway miles...

[@enriqueortiz5440]

If you drive like a grandma and do all the maintenance they'll last that long. If you put your foot down and are constantly peeling tires in it the transmission will fail. They don't take well to abuse. Engines are bulletproof though.

[@charleshousman3570]

Thanks for such a detailed review. I am looking at a '95 Riviera tomorrow and this helped me get sold on the car!

[@eamo_98]

I'm from Guatemala, and I always wanted one of these cars, sadly here we don't see them a lot

[@NatalieRBerg]

buick riviera one of the finest cars ever made!!!!!! its my fav car since 95 when i saw the commercial while watching walker texas ranger.

[@Mynamesalexa]

I painted the wheels on mine the same color as the body. Light Jadestone.Painted lower cladding the color as the interior. Dark Jadestone.Nickels and dimes me to death .Bought it from original owner (worked with her) Have it ten years now.Floats down the highway. Weekend car. Aerodynamically designed. Sold it last year. $3000.00

[@Mynamesalexa]

MiB Agent T Well, I had to spend $700.00 to get it ready for sale. struts, body bushings ABS, etc. I loved it. Had it 11 years.

[@NRP1991]

this is by far my favorite video review on youtube i love the 90s buicks! They are a modern marvel and you do an absolute AMAZING job!!!!!

[@esd5516]

man you always do a good review preciate that

[@Treehousedog2]

Excellent video. Speed was perfect to appreciate what you were showing and saying. Enjoyed the added history and details as to design inspiration from the past to the present. I was an owner of a 1982 Rivera in metallic jade with all the options including a v6. Loved the car but not the greatest in winter snow. Miss that car.

[@peter455sd]

That is a really superb automobile

[@mattg8369]

Stunning design all these years later.

[@AutobahnAddiction]

great car, i would buy it!

[@gli7utubeo]

Great test drive. I had a '94 Olds 98 w/ the same engine (3800 supercharged) and the engine was smooth and the power came on steady and strong and smooth with no vibration that I ever felt. A couple of small issues with the Olds that I see in the Riv: the climate control vents are down too low, so the A/C had problems cooling the top part of the car, and, I believe the temperature control has no stops between 60 and 65 degrees, making it too hot or cold often.

[@saxplayer59]

Great job on car tour. May I ask what would this car be valued today given the same condition and milage as this one? I am a proud '99 Regal GS owner. Thanks

[@MoBawazir]

Check AutoTrader.com

[@Andrija_12345]

Cars like this are the reason I watch your videos, Kyle. So much more interesting than new cars or supercars.

[@ElectraGSX]

I own a 95 Riv and like it a lot! Check out my 1969 Buick Electra GSX. Its more fun!!!

[@scottgregery6145]

Great job on the video review. Partly based on your review, I bought one of these in mint condition, 58,000 miles. Replacement work car. Will upgrade the stereo. Should be a great cruiser. If I can get 100k - 200k miles out of it, will be more than worth it.

[@bobfrutenwheezer3915]

Very cool car!

[@MrExtremeGame]

Excellent condition car! I'm surprised. I drive a 97 Buick Riviera Supercharged in Red. I restored it myself, Absolutely love it. 176k Miles on it! Got it at the age of 16 for 1600 and now im 18. It's been a phenomenal first car.

[@simparker]

This car is ugly as hell but i LOVE it!

[@zkambov]

+simparker Looks like mobsters would drive

[@quadrunner2124]

+simparker I always thought they were beautiful. Its so simple, but intentionally so. The rear end always reminds me of a rocket ready to launch and the body looks so sleek.

[@alexanderdynda4623]

+Quadrunner a propane-fueled rocket?

[@CasualGamer121]

Tbh, it's the rims that are atrocious on this car. Later on in production, they made nicer looking rims

[@pickledickle2510]

I disagree about it being ugly but they will run forever

[@bbb462cid]

My '97 was identical, with the factory supercharged 3800 that barked 3rd gear. Loved it. Good car. Rode like a dream too. It was like driving a tire-squealing living room.

[@bogdanniculescu8505]

looks like a Jaguar

[@georgebelev1900]

But its better than a jag

[@Mynamesalexa]

White Crown Not as expensive to maintain as a Jaguar

[@jonhymarquez8166]

Bogdan Niculescu And more reliable

[@jaydenthompson1747]

Jonhy Marquez and more ugly.

[@Underappreciatedclassics]

Ikr

[@matthughes121]

Beautiful looking car. At least it has unique styling and doesnt look like a clone of every other car!

[@Arguer97]

Kyle, I remember hearing you say something where you started every car in your dealership, about "how every car has something that makes it cool." I always love to hear this "something" in your videos.

[@oinkoinkbacon]

Kyle is a true "car guy". He appreciates all cars for their own individual beauty.. That's one of the reasons I enjoy his channel so much. He treats them all equally.

[@MrRafa1919]

Saabkyle04, I'm from Greece and I watch your videos every day. I love them. You have been doing an excellent job all these years and I'm sure that you will keep up the good work. My grandmother loves buick cars.

[@moparsrock]

Great car Kyle! My mom has a 1990 Riviera, 22 years and 320,000 miles later, the car still runs strong. Only thing she's had to replace has been the Alternator, and regular maintenance. Original Engine, and transmission still. Who said American cars weren't built to last? She also has an 03 Monte Carlo SS. Decided to stick with the 3800 series engine. Hopefully it will last as long as the Buick.

[@TheKwizzleDizzle]

My uncle used to have this car, and I think it was the same year. Me and cousin used to LOVE riding in the Riviera!

[@Jameshe-o5m]

My dad had one of these. Such a masterpiece of a car. Future classic

[@58stevenb]

Now that is a car I can Love. My friend once had a 1963 model that would smoke tires but fuel economy was very low. This 1995 model really improves that. Great video Kyle and great choice in cars.

[@markgreen3888]

I have the exact same car, 1995 in Adriatic Blue, lacks only the sunroof. 155K miles; my family is the original owner. Just got the engine completely rebuilt. Great highway car!

[@AmandaHugenkiss2915]

Beautiful car. That thing could last you decades. I remember when these came out in 95 I was in my 20's and loved them. Old Buicks are a bargain and a half.

[@Spring794]

Thanks Kyle! I've been waiting for this upload for a while (and I understand your reason for the delay). I'm not much of a Buick person, but I enjoy your videos and this car reminds me of my old 89 Buick Regal Custom.

[@knowbodiesfull5768]

This is one car Buick ought to bring back! I love the 1995-1999 Rivieras. The thing I like about it the most is the instrument panel. Those gauges are huge! At least, it went out with a bang in 1999. I heard, about ten years ago, that a rear-drive Buick sedan was coming, and I thought, "great, this is a good time for a Riviera revival!". It was not to be, sadly. Looks like we're stuck with a bunch of SUV's and a pair of sedans, and a convertible, in the Buick line for 2018. It's just not the same anymore.

[@maxus0075]

I had a 1995 Super Charged with 58000 miles. I LOVED IT! it was medium Jade with matching leather. We have the same taste in cars!!! thanks

[@MrHomebwoi]

i respect this guy,he's good at what he does he reviewed just about everything

[@weedmastersr]

Kyle I frickin' love this car man, great choice ! I especially love the gauges ! They're some of the best looking gauges I've ever seen. Don't mind the haters that can't appreciate a nice classic.

[@suse_JZ]

I have a 95 riviera 3.8 supercharged with it's wooden dashboard, I just had the transmission clutches replaced, It's almost done to take it for a ride and then I'll sell it. It was my first car 💪 I put an 18 inches wheels with badass rims and it looks intimidating lol I've been searching for 95's rivieras but I haven't seen any, just 96 and 97 on sale.

[@nzsaltflatsracer8054]

My Red 97 has 290k miles on it now, has all the mods with ported heads & blower & get's with the program when I blow the bugs out of it regularly. These Riv's are a keeper if you treat them right!

[@krisinc3539]

Excellent review, thanks for taking the time for a thorough and well though out review ! The Rivs are just so distinct and there truly is nothing them them on the road. Cheers

[@InvictvsNox]

This is the exact kind of video I want to see on any car I'm looking into getting. Excellent work, sir.

[@Teuboable]

Hey Kyle, it's the first time i post something, and i want to say thanks you man! It's every time a great pleasure to see one of your videos. I remember few times ago when you do some test drive and tour videos at your family's dealership and "All City Auto Sales" and now this is so different ! You are filming like a true professional ! That's awesome, the new format of your videos is very great and very interesting, and the Riviera ... WOW she's so gorgeous .. Congrats from France Kyle.

[@jx906]

A gorgeous GM classic. They ride so nice, have a ton of torque, and the style attracts compliments. Some even say a lot better than what is offered now from some of the foreign manufacturers.

[@Alexn1067]

my mom had the 1999...emerald green.....I loved that car......it will always hold a nostalgic place in my heart....and someday...when I have the disposable income...I think I will buy one

[@IKhanNot]

I love your taste in cars. You drive good old school American cars but you still love to try out all cars from all over the world. You sir are a car god.

[@oreocakester4307]

That license plate holder is so cool! In places where plates are stolen, that makes it very difficult for them to get stolen.

[@theomegasondaryeus]

You know what I don't understand, Kyle give all this love and special reviews about his cars and get rid of them. I'm like dude? Keep em man.

[@hakeemsd70m]

A beautiful late model Riviera, gorgeous and rounded styling and I love the taillights. Perfectly retro while looking totally 90s, a perfect combo. Discontinued after 1999, but they should have kept the Riviera around til 2005. I miss the 100-year era of matching interior and exterior colors. Cost cutting put originality on the back burner throughout the entire industry. I believe the last Buick to offer a blue interior was the 2001 LeSabre. A sad shame.

[@Vecio88C]

Wonderful test! I'm Italian and cars like this one always fascinates me. It's a different way about the concept of the car...

[@ktang85]

Before watching this video I didn't like this car at all and thought it was an old people car but after watching your video, I actually appreciate it and wouldn't mind owning one in the future.

[@johangostasson330]

Fantastic video Kyle. I´m from Sweden and we don´t have a lot of American cars over here so as a car fanatic it´s very interesting to see cars like this. Keep up with the good work.

[@0cv0000]

*Great* video Kyle, was looking forward to this for a long time. I myself discovered the Riviera in 2009 when I saw it parked at McDonald's with the senior citizens' early morning coffee crew there, and *wow*, what a fantastic car. I didn't even know they existed before. I am totally impressed with both the interior build quality and the attention to fine detail -- both things I am actually not seeing in many new cars. Accent lighting in 1995? Come *on*, that's plain awesome.

[@yelp1000]

Jeez Kyle you and I have almost identical tastes. This is one of my favorite cars from the 90's -- I know some won't like it but it sill looks great and will look great for a long, long time. One of the few future classics from the era. Unbelievable condition as well --- congratulations.

[@MrFilthy57]

I have a 2000 Buick Lesabre in Mint condition just like this Riviera. I got lucky and got it at a dealership for super cheap with only 83,000 miles. Buicks are awesome. :)

[@Gurwazer]

This is the third time ive watched this video, and its so indepth im still noticing things i didnt last time!!! Great gob kyle

[@Towert7]

These are getting pretty rare. Hold on to this for another 20 years and it will be a really nice show car that goes up in value. I like it.

[@blkm4n11]

i just found one for sale in my area and im going to check it out. always wanted a coupe that was different and brings me back. My first car was a buick and i also own a rendezvous. im a buick fan withouth even knowing lol

[@fabiomarine]

Phenomenal. Cars like this have history. A car made to last. Thanks man. Always great!

[@bryankburrs]

3 years ago , I purchased a 1998 riviera supercharged with 73,000 miles , I paid 3600.. it is one of the nicest , riding cars I’ve ever owned … it’s very dependable too …

[@bluwng]

This body style still fits in today

[@s0nnyburnett]

From a lotus to an old buick, rockin it grandpa style. Only from saabkyle. Stay classy Kyle and keep up the good work. I actually enjoy the older model walkthroughs more than the new ones.

[@hakeemsd70m]

The last gen Riviera must have served as the inspiration for the last gen LeSabre as well. Both very beautiful and classy autos. I miss these old school Bucks. I hope to find a LeSabre or Riviera in near perfect condition one day.

[@Jimdangello]

You did a really great job with this. You have a natural talent as a presenter. I have only owned 3 vehicles in my life. And all three were Riviera. I never set out looking for them ... in a way ... it's almost like they found me (if you know what i mean). But i am proud to have owned a 6th (83'), 7th (89'), and 8th (98') - generation Riviera. Thank you for doing this Riv-iew, lol. I love these cars.

[@d0ugz24]

Ill be honest, I'm not crazy on the exterior. But the interior is gorgeous and looks really comfortable. Congrats Kyle!

[@CeeStyleDj]

For anyone interested, the 97' model year through 99 had the most significant changes in terms of engineering and a couple of interior styles changes. also the supercharged model is the one you want to get. 96 and up saw more horsepower and torque.

[@iranbass7819]

absolutely beautiful machine. Timeless styling..would love to own one.

[@paintedbird]

Beautiful car! Very very nice Kyle. Buick is one of my favorite brands and I've always liked these Rivieras as well. I think this and the Oldsmobile Aurora were two of the most beautiful cars GM produced in the 90's. Great video, great car!!

[@TheChristianRight09]

This in my opinion was the best car buick ever made, they really should start making these again buick needs it!

[@man_on_wheelz]

I love how the front and back looks just like the 1997 Buick Century but smaller proportionately to the car. They widened it all out when they made the newer Century lol. Love this car though!

[@TheJazzSwings]

If I am in a time crunch I just skip to the part where you say "Steerin' wheel" By far my favorite part of your videos. It's like the sun coming up, you know it's gonna be there.

[@jamelmoore4356]

Another stellar review! I'm not a big fan of these vehicles but your awesome presentation actually makes it appear to be a rather fine-tuned Buick.