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makemann1 Member
Name : Max Location : Northville, MI Joined : 2012-11-16 Post Count : 66 Merit : 5
| Subject: New '99 Riviera Mon Nov 19, 2012 8:37 pm | |
| Hello All,
From '03 to '08 I owned a beautiful black/gray '98 Riviera. It was in near perfect shape when I sold it in Aug '08 for an '09 Ford Mustang Bullitt. I love my Mustang, but I missed the comfort and ride of the Riv, so I bought a '99 white/gray this weekend with 46,500 miles.
It is in near perfect shape: a barely noticeable one inch rub on the lower left rear bumper, several tiny paint dings on the door rub strips and some parking block rash on the front air dam. Mechanically, it is perfect. I took it to a Buick dealer for a pre-purchase inspection and the mechanic thought I pulled it off a museum floor! It was never driven in snow, rain or inclement weather. It was owned by a couple of Michigan snow birds.
It pulled annoyingly to the right, so I gave it a Road Force Balance this morning and now it tracks perfectly. I also switched it to Mobil 1.
There is one thing that needs either replacement or repair: the cup holder cover's paint/vinyl covering has bubbled and peeled. Does anyone have a line on where to find a replacement? Or have you tried SEM OEM interior paint?
I also want to modernize the radio, but keep it looking as period correct as possible. I'm not a big fan of touch screens in vehicles, as I like to keep my eyes on the road. But I also want iPhone connectivity. Does this option even exist?
Admins, thanks for maintaining this site and I look forward to contributing positively in the future. | |
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charlieRobinson Expert
Name : Charlie Age : 39 Location : Knoxville, TN Joined : 2011-05-17 Post Count : 3924 Merit : 31
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Mon Nov 19, 2012 10:00 pm | |
| Welcome back! Congratulations on an awesome find too. I sanded my cup cover and repainted it. Looks butter silky smooth now. - Code:
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Admins, thanks for maintaining this site and I look forward to contributing positively in the future. AA's the fuggin' coolest! | |
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deekster_caddy Master
Name : Derek Age : 52 Location : Reading, MA Joined : 2007-01-31 Post Count : 7717 Merit : 109
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Tue Nov 20, 2012 10:16 am | |
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stan Expert
Joined : 2007-07-01 Post Count : 2558 Merit : 12
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Tue Nov 20, 2012 3:13 pm | |
| I love touch screen displays.....hahah...sorry. | |
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charlieRobinson Expert
Name : Charlie Age : 39 Location : Knoxville, TN Joined : 2011-05-17 Post Count : 3924 Merit : 31
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Tue Nov 20, 2012 4:05 pm | |
| I could care less about touch screen receivers but I totally want a bluetooth enabled tablet mounted for my navigation and entertainment needs. Supplemented with an amp, of course. | |
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makemann1 Member
Name : Max Location : Northville, MI Joined : 2012-11-16 Post Count : 66 Merit : 5
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Tue Nov 20, 2012 8:21 pm | |
| - deekster_caddy wrote:
- Welcome!
Here's a thread where I detail replacing my head unit with a Pioneer BHT-8000, a very nice basic stereo with ipod control and bluetooth connectivity etc. It is still a very nice system:
https://rivperformance.editboard.com/t3812-help-me-pick-a-new-head-unit-and-speakers-please?highlight=head+unit
That said, there are newer systems out there today.
I'm with you, I do not like touch screens in car stereos. Thanks for the tip on the Pioneer. That particular model I could only find used or refurbished. I'm checking into a bluetooth adaptor and speaker upgrades while maintaining the factory HU. Is there any way to add an amp to the factory set up? I am clueless when it comes to car audio. | |
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albertj Master
Name : Location : Finger Lakes of New York State Joined : 2007-05-31 Post Count : 8687 Merit : 181
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Wed Nov 21, 2012 7:10 am | |
| - makemann1 wrote:
- deekster_caddy wrote:
- Welcome!
Here's a thread where I detail replacing my head unit with a Pioneer BHT-8000, a very nice basic stereo with ipod control and bluetooth connectivity etc. It is still a very nice system:
https://rivperformance.editboard.com/t3812-help-me-pick-a-new-head-unit-and-speakers-please?highlight=head+unit
That said, there are newer systems out there today.
I'm with you, I do not like touch screens in car stereos. Thanks for the tip on the Pioneer. That particular model I could only find used or refurbished. I'm checking into a bluetooth adaptor and speaker upgrades while maintaining the factory HU. Is there any way to add an amp to the factory set up? I am clueless when it comes to car audio. I took a quick look, Crutchfield seems to ahve what you're looking for including the steering wheel controls adapter. http;//www.crutchfield.com - I bought from them in the past, they are almost never the flat out cheapest but always the **best** value because they give you all the clickety little bits you need to do the install right like wiring harness jumpers. | |
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makemann1 Member
Name : Max Location : Northville, MI Joined : 2012-11-16 Post Count : 66 Merit : 5
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Sun Sep 28, 2014 5:43 pm | |
| I've had my car for nearly two years and haven't done a thing to it until last night. I added a subtle brushed aluminum-look dash, covered the center console and wood with black leather and installed a Momo shift knob. I've always loved the way the early '60's interior looked and used it as a model. Untitled by maxakemann, on Flickr Inspiration:
Last edited by makemann1 on Thu Dec 22, 2016 9:54 pm; edited 1 time in total | |
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stan Expert
Joined : 2007-07-01 Post Count : 2558 Merit : 12
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Sun Sep 28, 2014 6:06 pm | |
| Awesome Max.The LCD head unit looks great. | |
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turtleman Expert
Name : Codith Age : 37 Location : Villa Park, IL Joined : 2007-02-08 Post Count : 3671 Merit : 140
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Sun Sep 28, 2014 6:08 pm | |
| Hmm I'm kinda likin that look | |
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charlieRobinson Expert
Name : Charlie Age : 39 Location : Knoxville, TN Joined : 2011-05-17 Post Count : 3924 Merit : 31
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Sun Sep 28, 2014 6:19 pm | |
| looks awesome! howd you do the aluminum? Can we get some close ups on the leather wrap ?
Sweetness | |
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makemann1 Member
Name : Max Location : Northville, MI Joined : 2012-11-16 Post Count : 66 Merit : 5
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Sun Sep 28, 2014 6:39 pm | |
| Thanks! I ordered the brushed aluminum-look dash from carid.com. The leather is upholstery leather and applied using a spray adhesive. The toughest part was unbolting the faux wood trim from around the radio. I'm pretty happy with the way it turned out. Here are some detail shots. Untitled by maxakemann, on Flickr Untitled by maxakemann, on Flickr Untitled by maxakemann, on Flickr | |
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turtleman Expert
Name : Codith Age : 37 Location : Villa Park, IL Joined : 2007-02-08 Post Count : 3671 Merit : 140
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Sun Sep 28, 2014 6:57 pm | |
| Oh I didn't even realize that was something other than black paint. I wanna do that now. Let us know how it holds up | |
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99Rivman Aficionado
Name : Randall Location : North Carolina Joined : 2007-01-16 Post Count : 2009 Merit : 90
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Sun Sep 28, 2014 8:11 pm | |
| Nice Retro look! I like it!!! | |
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stan Expert
Joined : 2007-07-01 Post Count : 2558 Merit : 12
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Sun Sep 28, 2014 8:35 pm | |
| Max is that Alpine unit a nav. system too?...can u answer your phone by pushing the phone button? | |
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makemann1 Member
Name : Max Location : Northville, MI Joined : 2012-11-16 Post Count : 66 Merit : 5
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Sun Sep 28, 2014 8:39 pm | |
| - stan wrote:
- Max is that Alpine unit a nav. system too?...can u answer your phone by pushing the phone button?
Yes I can. It works great and sounds good on both ends of the call. Highly recommend it. | |
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makemann1 Member
Name : Max Location : Northville, MI Joined : 2012-11-16 Post Count : 66 Merit : 5
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Sun Sep 28, 2014 8:45 pm | |
| - stan wrote:
- Max is that Alpine unit a nav. system too?
It is not a nav unit. However, the iPhone Maps app or Google map app works through the unit. The music fades when verbal directions are given by Siri and I use the phone map. | |
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deekster_caddy Master
Name : Derek Age : 52 Location : Reading, MA Joined : 2007-01-31 Post Count : 7717 Merit : 109
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Mon Sep 29, 2014 9:47 am | |
| It looks great! Nice work. | |
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ghpcnm Aficionado
Name : Dave Age : 72 Location : FLORIDA / The Stand Your Ground State Joined : 2011-02-21 Post Count : 2044 Merit : 23
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Mon Sep 29, 2014 10:43 am | |
| Gorgeous !!! I think the Riv dash and the brushed aluminum is a match made in heaven | |
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makemann1 Member
Name : Max Location : Northville, MI Joined : 2012-11-16 Post Count : 66 Merit : 5
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Mon Sep 29, 2014 10:53 am | |
| - ghpcnm wrote:
- Gorgeous !!!
I think the Riv dash and the brushed aluminum is a match made in heaven Thanks! I used yours as inspiration. How's your real aluminum holding up? | |
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ghpcnm Aficionado
Name : Dave Age : 72 Location : FLORIDA / The Stand Your Ground State Joined : 2011-02-21 Post Count : 2044 Merit : 23
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Rivit Enthusiast
Name : Jim Location : Walla Walla, Washington Joined : 2013-09-22 Post Count : 208 Merit : 22
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Tue Sep 30, 2014 3:34 pm | |
| Great install Max, it looks beautiful, very retro with the supplied comparison pic and very clean. Also noted your alternating rug sweeps, details details Do you have show room pictures up? Love them white Rivs. | |
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makemann1 Member
Name : Max Location : Northville, MI Joined : 2012-11-16 Post Count : 66 Merit : 5
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makemann1 Member
Name : Max Location : Northville, MI Joined : 2012-11-16 Post Count : 66 Merit : 5
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Thu Dec 22, 2016 9:22 pm | |
| - turtleman wrote:
- Oh I didn't even realize that was something other than black paint. I wanna do that now. Let us know how it holds up
It's been over two years and the leather still looks and adheres like the day I installed it. Still loving the look. | |
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98riv Moderator
Location : USA Joined : 2007-01-14 Post Count : 995 Merit : 30
| Subject: Re: New '99 Riviera Fri Dec 23, 2016 7:45 am | |
| - makemann1 wrote:
- turtleman wrote:
- Oh I didn't even realize that was something other than black paint. I wanna do that now. Let us know how it holds up
It's been over two years and the leather still looks and adheres like the day I installed it. Still loving the look. Thanks for the update! How hard was it to wrap the wood around the shifter? Does that piece come off? _________________ 1998 Supercharged Riviera - Custom CAI, Alpine spx-13ref, Infinity 6x9's, Alpine 4 Channel Amp, Kicker KX3, Silverstars, STB, Hawk Brake Pads, Monroe Air Shocks, KYB GR2
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