Proud Newbie

Subject: Proud Newbie Wed Aug 19, 2009 7:21 pm

Hello all riviera owners! Happy owner of a 99 pearl white s/c Riviera that I purchased abought 7 months ago from original owner!, and with only 70,000 miles on the clock!. Car is in Excellent condition with only slight signs of wear on the driver's side seat and steering wheel. Shocked and very happy to see that they're is actually an enthusiest site for these cars. I have always liked the modern look of these cars and even with 10 years under it's belt the Riviera still fits in perfectly with today's new cars. Truly a design that was ahead of it's time. I live in a small town in central Texas(so any TX Riviera car clubs or owners feel free to let me know you're out there)and trying to find a good source of mechanical knowledge and expertise is not exactly easy. Very glad to have found this. Will post pics soon.

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Wed Aug 19, 2009 7:24 pm

You've come to a great site Mike. Everyone is more than willing to help out here. Just a bunch of cool dudes on this site.

Also, welcome!

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Wed Aug 19, 2009 7:44 pm

even some of us dont even own Rivs.... well anymore. but welcome to the site. if you have any questions i will be more then willing to help

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Wed Aug 19, 2009 7:44 pm

Welcome!
Thats my favorite color Riv. clap

Bert

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Wed Aug 19, 2009 9:52 pm

Welcome! You found a nice car and a nice site!

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Wed Aug 19, 2009 10:31 pm

Welcome sir!

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hey-hey Supernatural Asperations welcome here

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Thu Aug 20, 2009 12:00 am

welcome and good luck with ya new riv!!!

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Thu Aug 20, 2009 2:16 am

Dude, I really hope that you like this car!!!!

There are various levels of religion/boost/modification on this site, and I think that if you read carefully, you will find a lot of valuable information here...

Welcome the the world of the last, greatest, and unfortunately limited Buick Riviera

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Thu Aug 20, 2009 11:42 am

Welcome!!

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Thu Aug 20, 2009 11:45 am

Welcome, and you win the title of member having the longest username!

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'05 GTO 6.0L • 6-spd • 95k miles • 0-60: 4.8s • 16.9 avg MPG • Nelson Ledges Lap: 1:26

'95 Celica GT 2.2L • 5-spd • 165k miles • 0-60: yes

'98 SC Riviera • 281k miles • 298 HP/370 TQ • 0-60: 5.79s • ET: 13.97 @ 99.28 • 4087 lb • 20.1 avg MPG • Nelson Ledges Lap: 1:30
3.4" pulley • AL104 plugs • 180º t-stat • FWI w/K&N • 1.9:1 rockers • OR pushrods • LS6 valve springs • SLP headers • ZZP fuel rails
KYB GR2 struts • MaxAir shocks • Addco sway bars • UMI bushings • GM STB • Enkei 18" EV5s w/ Dunlop DZ101s • F-body calipers
EBC bluestuff/Hawk HP plus • SS lines • Brembo slotted discs • DHP tuned • Aeroforce • Hidden Hitch
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'70 Ninety-Eight Holiday Coupe 455cid • 116k miles
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Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Thu Aug 20, 2009 12:02 pm

welcome, Supernatural Asperations is your riv supercharged or Supernaturally Assperated?

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Thu Aug 20, 2009 5:16 pm

Welcome to the site, Mike! cheers

Watch your paint, mine on my '98' is starting to chip a little. I wonder if it's a little brittle or just
not proper undercoat primer prep. I live in Michigan with extreme temp differences over the year
too which might contribute to the problem....
Best of luck with your Riv and enjoy it, best of both worlds, luxury and sportiness..

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Thu Aug 20, 2009 7:33 pm

WOW! what a welcome! Thanx! is it just me or are Riv owners just naturally awsome! (ok so I'm a little bias) Longest user name huh? SWEET! And to answer Paul's ?, O yea she's BOOSTED! I believe that all 99's are since this was the last of the breed. and Mark, absolutely right man, love this car, has recently developed some electrical issues but I think I have already solved the biggest just from reading the right posts. A GOLD MINE of information! really helps since the nearest dealership is abought 50 miles away and just like everyone else in this bad economy, money is a little tight for now. James, if your paint is origonal the chipping could just be the clear coat pealing off. In wich case a body shop might be able to simply buff off the old clear coat and re-shoot it with a fresh coat of clear. had this done to a previous car, a great CHEAP way to salvage old paint. If it is the actual paint, I would still have a body shop check it out sometimes they can point out options that you may not know abought.

Subject: Re: Proud Newbie Thu Aug 20, 2009 8:06 pm

Welcome SA. What you're lookin for... you found it here....