1985 Buick Riviera for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.2 to 13.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.2 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 1985 Buick Riviera for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1985 Buick Riviera specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 3.8L 6-cylinder turbo | 5.0L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Diesel | Premium gas | Regular gas |
| City | 13.1 L/100 km | 16.3 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.0 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 301 g/km | 325 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.36 | $24.15 | $21.39 |
1985 Buick Riviera: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.7 L | 3.8 L | 5.0 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 15 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 22 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 20 | 20 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,550 | US$4,850 | US$3,950 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,472 | $4,830 | $4,278 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1985 Buick Riviera
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (4) and fuel system (3). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89V102000 | 1989-06-16 | vehicle speed control | A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF). |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1985 Buick Riviera for buyers
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 1985 Buick Riviera for sale by us right now. Buying the 1985 Buick Riviera is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Recalls and complaints
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
Engine and fuel
The 5.7L 8-cylinder is what moves it, with front-wheel drive. It runs on diesel, sold at most highway stations. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
Fuel use is rated 11.2 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 34 litres. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $17.36, and a 300 km weekend about $52.08. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$4,550 a year for 15,000 miles.
Best uses
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
Inside and out
As a mid-size car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. In plain terms, its 453 litres of luggage space hold a family's bags for a long weekend.
A longer test drive
Rent the Riviera first, and buy only if it fits your life. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Choosing the right one
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Running costs
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $17.36 in fuel. The EPA estimates US$4,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
One more step
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1985 Buick Riviera from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1985 Buick Riviera for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1985 Buick Riviera
Does CarmaCars sell the 1985 Buick Riviera?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1985 Buick Riviera before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1985 Buick Riviera have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1985 Buick Riviera cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3472.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.