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Painter D · 10-24-2011, 09:16 PM

Gonna be messing with this car for a while since it's probably gonna be some time before I pickup another 67-72 SWB.

I've already bagged this car using the Accuair E-level setup , and I recently had RPL customs install a GEN IV Vintage air setup along with a custom made aluminum radiator and fan shroud and a few other subtle detail items. I'm hoping to get some nice billet wheels for it some time in the next year or so and do alot of cleanup in the engine compartment. (since it badly needs it)

Here's some random pics.

big mike71 · 10-24-2011, 09:38 PM

That's sweet, Roadhouse

Bob 68327 · 10-24-2011, 11:15 PM

Awesome car 63 was the best year for the riv .... Yours is perfect i think i would leave the wheels they look great on there ... Road house was a 65.....

Painter D · 10-31-2011, 11:16 PM

In my attempt to clean up the engine compartment I've been taking random parts to work and painting them satin black. I've also ordered some other stuff for the motor that will contribute to the clean up effort. Here's a few pics.

gearheads78 · 10-31-2011, 11:21 PM

Sweet Rivi. Makes me wish I still had my bagged 65

low'n slow · 11-01-2011, 09:31 PM

My son wrecked my 63 a couple of years ago. We still miss it. Always got looks and comments. Wish we still had it. It was all optioned out. I love them. Good luck with yours.

richards72chevy · 11-01-2011, 11:33 PM

Nice car.These things look kustom all stock.

**special-K** · 11-02-2011, 08:46 AM

Hey,great looking car...nice work so far. I have a soft spot for these '63s. Wish I never sold mine. Mine I bought for my wife. It was a sleeper looking bone stock,except 70 series radials with narrow whites which looked stock just not "correct". I was given a '65 GS that I took the dual quad 425 from,rebuilt it with some spice,and swapped in. That thing was a super sleeper. I can't wait to see more of yours.

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Originally Posted by richards72chevy

Nice car.These things look kustom all stock.

Exactly! These things were the first personal luxury cars from GM that the others,like Monte Carlos followed. The Riviera was put out there to ill the T-Bird and it did! That interior is like straight out of Autorama...4-place seating,cockpit style console,and on...

nicke · 11-03-2011, 02:47 PM

Sick... I love it!

big_al_71 · 11-03-2011, 05:13 PM

That car looks great....

*project 67 sub* · 11-03-2011, 05:41 PM

sweet ride, and my favorite body style rivi to boot

70-Shorty · 11-03-2011, 06:01 PM

He!! Yeah! Awesome ride! I've always wanted a '65 done black on black with some polished Torq-Thrusts and SLAMMED.....dig yours!
Tim

72BlckButy · 11-04-2011, 05:16 PM

Lookin' good!

greystoke · 11-04-2011, 10:15 PM

my favorite riviera, I'm jealous man

Sillyoldman · 11-04-2011, 10:21 PM

Gotta love the Buicks! Your looks great.

VA72C10 · 11-04-2011, 10:45 PM

Love it!....but I really loved the coys on there too

gearys 5600 · 11-06-2011, 12:04 AM

Love the riv !!

Painter D · 11-21-2011, 09:35 PM

Got a little more done. I picked up a finned pushrod cover and painted it black except for the top of the fins. Got my hands on a new PS pump ,painted it black along with an assortment of brackets, pulleys and manifolds. Stainless steel hardware fastened everything back together (so far) and other parts are on the way.

Here's a few pics. Ignore the mismatched valve covers ,finned "BUICK" ones are on the way.

Was a nasty looking green motor

Now it looks a little better

CAL 58 GMC · 11-22-2011, 02:36 AM

Sweet ride! I love the old Riviera's

gearheads78 · 11-22-2011, 12:48 PM

Shroud and brackets look great. Going to look killer with some finned covers>

72BlckButy · 11-22-2011, 02:48 PM

Lookin' good Danny!

How's the wife coming along?

**lolife99** · 07-06-2012, 08:45 PM

Looks like the Riv got new wheels!
Any pics for us Riviera lovers?

(EDIT: I found them on your truck thread)
But could you can post a few here,... if you have time?

72BlckButy · 07-09-2012, 01:17 PM

Heck yeah.... we need to see some pics.

BTW... how's the new addition doing?

Redcap · 07-24-2012, 09:37 PM

69chevyshort, I hate you.

andrewmp6 · 07-30-2012, 06:16 AM

Have you thought about entering it in rod and custom?They do show some 60s cars most are done way up but yours would make the readers rides at least i bet.

10-24-2011, 09:16 PM	#1
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	1963 Buick Riviera Gonna be messing with this car for a while since it's probably gonna be some time before I pickup another 67-72 SWB. I've already bagged this car using the Accuair E-level setup , and I recently had RPL customs install a GEN IV Vintage air setup along with a custom made aluminum radiator and fan shroud and a few other subtle detail items. I'm hoping to get some nice billet wheels for it some time in the next year or so and do alot of cleanup in the engine compartment. (since it badly needs it) Here's some random pics. __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5 Last edited by Painter D; 10-24-2011 at 09:24 PM.

10-24-2011, 09:38 PM	#2
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera That's sweet, Roadhouse __________________ I'm not as good as I once was, But I'm as good once as I ever was.

10-24-2011, 11:15 PM	#3
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Awesome car 63 was the best year for the riv .... Yours is perfect i think i would leave the wheels they look great on there ... Road house was a 65..... __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

10-31-2011, 11:16 PM	#4
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera In my attempt to clean up the engine compartment I've been taking random parts to work and painting them satin black. I've also ordered some other stuff for the motor that will contribute to the clean up effort. Here's a few pics. __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5 Last edited by Painter D; 11-01-2011 at 08:52 AM.

10-31-2011, 11:21 PM	#5
gearheads78 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 563	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Sweet Rivi. Makes me wish I still had my bagged 65

11-01-2011, 09:31 PM	#6
low'n slow Too Dumb To Know Better Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 882	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera My son wrecked my 63 a couple of years ago. We still miss it. Always got looks and comments. Wish we still had it. It was all optioned out. I love them. Good luck with yours.

11-01-2011, 11:33 PM	#7
richards72chevy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: konawa ok/oakdale Ca. Posts: 1,649	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Nice car.These things look kustom all stock.

11-03-2011, 02:47 PM	#9
nicke Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 503	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Sick... I love it! __________________ 1965 Impala SS project Page. My Wheels Classic Nation My classic car videos

11-03-2011, 05:13 PM	#10
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera That car looks great.... __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

11-03-2011, 05:41 PM	#11
project 67 sub Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: san bernardino ca. everywhere Posts: 3,938	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera sweet ride, and my favorite body style rivi to boot

11-03-2011, 06:01 PM	#12
70-Shorty Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Ontario CA Posts: 317	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera He!! Yeah! Awesome ride! I've always wanted a '65 done black on black with some polished Torq-Thrusts and SLAMMED.....dig yours! Tim __________________ Ontario CA•70 Chevy Shortbed Fleetside C-10 71 Chevy Longbed Fleetside C-20 (sold ) 63 Chevy II Nova SS 02 Ford F-150 Harley-Davidson supercharged 5.4 2000 Harley Roadking Hot Bike Baggers Mag Shoot http://s263.photobucket.com/albums/i...oot/?start=all some truck lettering & flame jobs http://www.flickr.com/photos/4950319...7602894916215/

11-04-2011, 05:16 PM	#13
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Lookin' good! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

11-04-2011, 10:15 PM	#14
greystoke Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Buckeye, Arizona Posts: 694	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera my favorite riviera, I'm jealous man __________________ "Fear makes the wolf look bigger" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=305629

11-04-2011, 10:21 PM	#15
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Gotta love the Buicks! Your looks great. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

11-04-2011, 10:45 PM	#16
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Love it!....but I really loved the coys on there too __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.



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11-06-2011, 12:04 AM	#17
gearys 5600 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: tulsa,ok Posts: 1,085	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Love the riv !! __________________ MY BUILD THREAD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=423629 1969 custom/10 swb--SOLD 1968 swb 50th anniv.--SOLD 1967 camaro ss/rs..LS-6-speed, 16-year long project 1956 chevy nomad 1955 chevy 210 2-dr sedan 1978 el-camino ss 1-owner

11-21-2011, 09:35 PM	#18
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Got a little more done. I picked up a finned pushrod cover and painted it black except for the top of the fins. Got my hands on a new PS pump ,painted it black along with an assortment of brackets, pulleys and manifolds. Stainless steel hardware fastened everything back together (so far) and other parts are on the way. Here's a few pics. Ignore the mismatched valve covers ,finned "BUICK" ones are on the way. Was a nasty looking green motor Now it looks a little better __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5 Last edited by Painter D; 11-21-2011 at 09:40 PM.

11-22-2011, 02:36 AM	#19
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Sweet ride! I love the old Riviera's __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

11-22-2011, 12:48 PM	#20
gearheads78 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 563	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Shroud and brackets look great. Going to look killer with some finned covers>

11-22-2011, 02:48 PM	#21
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Lookin' good Danny! How's the wife coming along? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

07-06-2012, 08:45 PM	#22
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,685	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Looks like the Riv got new wheels! Any pics for us Riviera lovers? (EDIT: I found them on your truck thread) But could you can post a few here,... if you have time? __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 Last edited by lolife99; 07-06-2012 at 08:52 PM.

07-09-2012, 01:17 PM	#23
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Heck yeah.... we need to see some pics. BTW... how's the new addition doing? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

07-24-2012, 09:37 PM	#24
Redcap Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lewis County, WA Posts: 1,523	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera 69chevyshort, I hate you.

07-30-2012, 06:16 AM	#25
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: 1963 Buick Riviera Have you thought about entering it in rod and custom?They do show some 60s cars most are done way up but yours would make the readers rides at least i bet.

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