Car financing: 1985 Buick Riviera
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 11.2 to 13.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.2 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
Rent a 1985 Buick Riviera for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
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.
Buying the 1985 Buick Riviera
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 1985 Buick Riviera for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before you buy the 1985 Buick Riviera, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
What to check on the Riviera
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints on file, mostly about engine and engine cooling and fuel system. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent.
What the specs mean
It runs the 5.7L 8-cylinder, 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.
Expect about 34 litres for every 300 km, going by its 11.2 L/100 km combined rating. For 1,000 km, budget about $173.60 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$4,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
How big it is
As a mid-size car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. The EPA measures its luggage space at 453 litres, roughly a family's bags for a long weekend.
When the Riviera makes sense
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the Riviera for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. A test week in the Riviera tells you more than any review. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$4,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $173.60 at our price setting. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Choosing the right one
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Want a price?
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
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.
Ask us about the 1985 Buick Riviera
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?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one 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.