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Wolfmaster579
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 |  Subject: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself  Sun Sep 13, 2009 12:18 am | |
| Hey everyone. I've owned my rivi for a year and a half now. I love the car. when my Olds cutlass died on me I was in need of a car. The rivi was the first I test drove and the first on my list. After the test drive and seeing that the engine was the same as the olds, which meant I knew everything about it for maintenance, I had made my decision. It was $1800 and had my name all over it. Speaking of, name is Ryan, im 21. After getting my first car and feeling the freedom behind the wheel, I became a car enthusiast. Knowing that there are other Rivi owners with just as much pride is awesome. I dont feel alone anymore. A few of my friends make fun of me for caring so much about my car  , but after a few easy street races against them, the respect came around. Haha!  The car's name is Pearl for the white color. Looks standard white in pics, but up close you can see the metallic sheen to it. The wheels were painted to match. The original owner took very good care of it. No leaks, all original, and she came with 120k on her. She is fast and classy and I am proud as hell to own her. I hope to make a few friends on here. And maybe get to meet some Rivi owners to brag about our cars. Peace!
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Jack the R
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| | Subject: Re: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself Sun Sep 13, 2009 2:50 am | |
| Welcome! Sounds like you got a good deal! |
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robotennis61
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| | Subject: Re: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself Sun Sep 13, 2009 3:07 am | |
| welcome! and having a nice car is paramount. i can tell that you love her... and she you...are you sure her name isnt christine?
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95 riviera wht s/c...mods are in the works...mildly ported heads,manifolds and intake manifold. bilstein rear conversion. CCS custom springs.lowered 1". 160 stat.and a whole bunch of other s..t that i have to get out of my brain and onto the car.
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deekster_caddy
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| | Subject: Re: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself Sun Sep 13, 2009 6:56 am | |
| Welcome! We used to have an '86, the touch screen is a hoot! _________________ '98 Buick Riviera; Gen V 3.25 pulley, N*, VS Cam, 180 stat, Custom PCM (Powrtuner), headers & HF cat , 42.5 lb inj. Grant-built/PRJ/Thrasher trans 3.29 gears, 7/8 chain, zzp hardened IS  |
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BMD
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| | Subject: Re: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself Sun Sep 13, 2009 7:27 am | |
| Nice intro, and I admire the pride you take in your ride, welcome! _________________  Modern "Muscle"1996 Supercharged Riviera, Black Cherry Ext., Burgundy Int., over 200K |
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naptown123456
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| | Subject: Re: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself Sun Sep 13, 2009 11:15 am | |
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Wolfmaster579
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| | Subject: Re: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself Sun Sep 13, 2009 1:18 pm | |
| It has a series 1 3800 under the hood I think. It is the same as the Olds Cutlass Ciera, but the coil pack is in the front instead of in the back lke the cutlass was. It is a T-Type, but I wouldnt put a turbo on it just for how old the engine is. Besides, for a turbo, Id like to give it a good cylinder boring and a port and polish for it to use the turbos full potential. A better transmission would be nice too. Aahhh....lottery dreams 
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Ship
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| | Subject: Re: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself Sun Sep 13, 2009 3:58 pm | |
| Ryan, As you can see below, my wife and I own two 1992 Rivieras....same era...1986 to 1993. Welcome to this forum...lots of experienced Riv owners here. What you need to do now is become a member of the Riviera Owners Association. Go to www.rivowners.org and sign up...a number of us on this forum are members....great organization, bimonthly magazine, lots of tips, lots of parts for sale. Also, you're in luck living in PA. The 2010 ROA International meet (4 day event) will be held in Harrisburg, PA from June 21 thru June 24. This gives you a great chance to meet other Riv enthusiasts and show off your car. _________________ Ship ROA New England Region BCA Minuteman Chapter 92 Riv coupe Midnight Blue 92 Riv coupe Ruby Red w/White Interior   |
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Wolfmaster579
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| | Subject: Re: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself Sun Sep 13, 2009 5:05 pm | |
| thanks ill keep that in mind. I am hoping to join the ROA, but i need to get the money for the membership first.
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Rickw
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| | Subject: Re: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself Sun Sep 13, 2009 6:25 pm | |
| Inspiring introduction. I had almost forgotten how excited I was when I found my car. It was a cream puff, one owner, low miles and I was able to negotiate the price for less than I thought I would get one for. Had wanted this generation of Riv since they started making them but couldn't justify the $36,000 in 1998 when I was looking to buy a new car. Ended up with a used Eldorado and a New pick up for less than the cost of a Riviera at the time. But in 2006 I could finally get one supercharged and loaded. Your post has reminded me of all that and more. Thanks and Welcome.
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98 Riv, 102K Miles, EBC, LS1 Ft.Calipers, STB, Addco Rr Sway Bar, 180* stat., SSAC Headers, HF Cat, 1.9's,
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ibmoses
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| | Subject: Re: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself Sun Sep 13, 2009 6:31 pm | |
| Greetings! Bert  _________________ 99 Riviera(on the left) "Cruising Missile" Midnight Blue Pearl 90,000 miles GuttedAirBox  70GS455(on the right) Diplomat Blue "Howitzer with windshield wipers" |
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Wolfmaster579
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| | Subject: Re: 1988 Rivi Owner here, though id Introduce myself Tue Sep 15, 2009 10:14 pm | |
| Glad to be an inspiring voice for ya Rick.
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