Scratch repair for a Buick Riviera
Scratch repair for the Buick Riviera: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.
- Body
- Midsize Cars

An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired
Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.
Every Buick Riviera year
| Year | Combined use | Powertrains | Canadian trims |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 12.4 L/100 km | 1 (regular gas) | |
| 1998 | 12.4 L/100 km | 1 (regular gas) | |
| 1997 | 11.8 to 12.4 L/100 km | 2 (regular gas) | |
| 1996 | 11.2 to 12.4 L/100 km | 2 (regular gas) | |
| 1995 | 11.8 L/100 km | 1 (regular gas) | |
| 1993 | 11.8 L/100 km | 1 (regular gas) | |
| 1992 | 12.4 L/100 km | 1 (regular gas) | |
| 1991 | 12.4 L/100 km | 1 (regular gas) | |
| 1990 | 12.4 L/100 km | 1 (regular gas) | |
| 1989 | 11.8 L/100 km | 1 (regular gas) | |
| 1988 | 11.8 L/100 km | 1 (regular gas) | |
| 1987 | 12.4 L/100 km | 1 (regular gas) | |
| 1986 | 11.8 L/100 km | 1 (regular gas) | |
| 1985 | 11.2 to 13.8 L/100 km | 7 (diesel, regular gas) | |
| 1984 | 11.2 to 15.7 L/100 km | 11 (diesel, regular gas) | |
| 1983 | Figures by trim | ||
| 1982 | Figures by trim | ||
| 1981 | Figures by trim |
The Buick Riviera for scratch repair
- Body: midsize cars (EPA size class).
Recalls and complaints by year
| Year | Recall campaigns | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 0 | 6 |
| 1998 | 0 | 29 |
| 1997 | 0 | 43 |
| 1996 | 2 | 44 |
| 1995 | 1 | 130 |
| 1993 | 1 | 5 |
| 1992 | 2 | 12 |
| 1991 | 1 | 8 |
| 1990 | 4 | 16 |
| 1989 | 2 | 9 |
| 1988 | 0 | 1 |
| 1987 | 1 | 5 |
| 1986 | 1 | 2 |
| 1985 | 1 | 2 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | 1 | 1 |
| 1982 | 1 | 1 |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA (US) recalls and owner complaints by model year. A recall in the US often has a Canadian twin from Transport Canada.
The Buick Riviera: Scratch repair
CarmaCars takes requests for scratch repair on the Buick Riviera, and rents you a car while yours is in. Light scratches can be polished out; deeper ones are filled and repainted.
What your car means for the work
A car of this size is quick to work on compared with a large SUV. Photos of the car help us quote it accurately. Keep the repair invoice with the car's records.
Getting a price
Ask anything about the work in the request. We confirm the price and the time with you before any work. Send the year, the trim and what you want done; photos make the price more accurate.
Your car is in; you are not stuck
Pick the rental from our fleet; delivery is priced in the offer. Add a rental to your request, and we deliver it to you. Your offer shows any delivery fee before you pay.
What to bring
If you need a rental, add it to the request so it is ready when you arrive. Leave a phone number where we can reach you during the day. Ask any question you have before the work starts.
Timing
Coatings and paint need time to cure, which is part of the schedule. We keep you posted if the timing changes.
Why prices differ
Simple jobs cost less; we tell you if a smaller job would do. The size of the car matters: an SUV or a van has more surface than a compact car. A quote lists what is included, so you can compare it fairly.
Aftercare
Keep a soft cloth in the car for small marks. Regular washes in winter help keep road salt from attacking the paint.
Get an offer
Ready to book? Tell us about the car and when suits you.
Request scratch repair
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Scratch repair: the Buick Riviera
Can I rent a car while my Buick Riviera is in for scratch repair?
Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.
How do I book scratch repair for my Buick Riviera?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.