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| Hand built in Lansing, MI, the Buick Reatta
saw production from 1988 to 1991. In all, only 21,751 cars were ever
produced, 2,437 of them convertible models. Reattas stood as the most
expensive car Buick offered at the time, setting the average buyer back
a good $28,000, and up to 35,000 for a '91 convertible. (An average
Corvette ran around $40,000, a Camaro $16,000, and $55,000 for its
sibling, the Cadillac Allante) Equipped with four wheel independent
suspension, disc brakes, and Buick’s Grand Touring package, the Reatta
could take a corner up to .83 G’s, better than many BMW’s of the
same year. The first two years saw a 5" touch-screen CRT monitor
which displayed the radio controls, climate controls, fuel usage,
gauges, and even onboard diagnostics. In ’90, a slight redesign
dropped the touch screen but kept many of its features.
The 170HP 3.8L V6 propels the 3,500Lb car 0-60 in about 8 seconds,
runs 1/4 mile in 17, and easily carries itself to its electronically
controlled top speed of 125MPH. The Reatta combined ultra modern
underpinnings, a luxurious ride, and a sleek exterior that still turns
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The body is in very good shape. The paint is bright and shiny with just a few chips and surface scratches from normal road use. The plastic grid located behind and to the left of the front license plate is broken and the far left vent hole is cracked at the bottom edge. The actual body damage is minimal and easily repaired. The grill is replaceable. This slight damage occurred while parked at the grocery store and not the result of collision. |
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| This particular Buick Reatta is a 1989 and is offered by the original owner. It has new tires and was equipped at the factory with a sun roof, lumbar seats and leather interior along with the regular features mentioned above. The dealer price in 1989 was $36,000. Its' value has appreciated greatly since then and the above average rate of appreciation confirms the grace, style, craftsmanship and quality of this true classic. Buick fan, Reatta Fan or just a car fan you must appreciate this truly unique American automobile. One of General Motors' best efforts! | |
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| All of the leather is soft and supple and retains it's rich color and texture. The interior is very good condition with the center console needing some minor hinge repair and small patches of split leather on the driver's and passenger arm rests. | |
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Behind the seats are storage compartments recessed into the floor with locking tops and ample room for just about everything. There is also a access door to the trunk that allows for the storage of oversized items. Audio system speakers are located in this area which helps that, sound from everywhere affect. |
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This fuel injected power plant can whisk you away at an alarming rate. Feel the acceleration, sink into the seat, capture the power of the pedal, see the heads turn, feel the envy.......... This might be a good time to cool down a bit. Open the sun roof! |
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This Reatta is currently undergoing a tune-up, a good cleaning and regular maintenance and will be ready for the market soon. Until then the owner is entertaining serious and reasonable offers from potential buyers. |
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Posted / Modified: August 15, 2007 |
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