Buick Riviera Makes North American Debut in Detroit

Rich · 01-10-2008, 01:27 PM

http://www.worldcarfans.com/3070420....iviera-concept

woah. i think its safe to say the production model might be a little different.

Exodus · 01-10-2008, 01:29 PM

Looks more like a Caddy concept

SSRacer · 01-10-2008, 02:43 PM

Side profile reminds me of aston martin. Looks awesome, but will never see the street.

notsoaveragej0e · 01-10-2008, 02:53 PM

Wow, that looks nice. I love the exterior lighting, but I question its legality. Overall, a pretty legit car- I think Buick could do for a 2 door sports car, since a lot of older people are in that brand already, and have money to buy a higher end car (those that don't graduate into a Caddy, that is).

Ajaxus · 01-10-2008, 04:33 PM

Me likey..too bad it will only have about 5% of that concept see the light of day in a production model..

silvergtjrad · 01-10-2008, 04:36 PM

From the rear it looks like an infiniy fx35 with a chopped roof.

timberwoof · 01-10-2008, 04:51 PM

I don't see them using the Gull Wing doors...

stillriza · 01-10-2008, 04:56 PM

if they build this thing true to concept..i gaurantee it will outsell any car that year..hands down. that **** is to sexy to be a buick.

Jake · 01-10-2008, 04:59 PM

Hate it, sorry.

Rich · 01-10-2008, 07:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by notsoaveragej0e

Wow, that looks nice. I love the exterior lighting, but I question its legality. Overall, a pretty legit car- I think Buick could do for a 2 door sports car, since a lot of older people are in that brand already, and have money to buy a higher end car (those that don't graduate into a Caddy, that is).

you think people are looking for a fast buick?

notsoaveragej0e · 01-10-2008, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich

you think people are looking for a fast buick?

I think Buick is trying to slowly position themselves as a brand not only intended for the older crowd; however, they still want to maintain that crowd and offer them something to compete with their fellow demographic in the M's, AMG's, V's, etc offered by other manufacturers. I can see an older male having this as a DD, and a Corvette as his sports car; at the same time, I can see this (depending on the pricing point) as the entry level car for the young executive, who maybe isn't ready for/wants something different than a Cadillac.

SpyhunteR · 01-11-2008, 02:51 AM

not the second coming of the GN who cares.

bigbenSC · 01-11-2008, 01:25 PM

This would only see the light of day in China- their design studio did this for their market. Buick is a hot brand in china right now for some reason.

SpyhunteR · 01-11-2008, 02:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigbengt67

This would only see the light of day in China- their design studio did this for their market. Buick is a hot brand in china right now for some reason.

you make it sound like a bad thing.

DOHC_tuner · 01-11-2008, 04:05 PM

Nice, but too nice for a buick. Well bigbeng is right, it will only be available in china or japan if it makes it with those features.

BlackAttackGA · 01-11-2008, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by timberwoof

I don't see them using the Gull Wing doors...

I don't either, but I like them.

notsoaveragej0e · 01-11-2008, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigbengt67

This would only see the light of day in China- their design studio did this for their market. Buick is a hot brand in china right now for some reason.

Buick is the Cadillac over there.

caraudiodave · 01-11-2008, 06:10 PM

i agree that if its couple buick it needs to be a new GN or bust.

Rich · 01-11-2008, 10:25 PM

http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080111....but-in-detroit

Quote:

Buick gave journalists an early look at the Riviera concept car before its North American debut at the North American International Auto Show later this week. The concept car carries strong hints of a dramatic new look for future Buick products, a plan that was confirmed by Buick executives including Vice President of Global Design Ed Welburn. The return of the Riviera name "signals a new global design direction" for Buick, according to Buick-Pontiac Product Director Dave Smidebush.

Looking at a glance like a hardtop rendition of the Velite showcar of 2004. the Riviera is all about automotive drama. Gullwing doors, blue accent lights under the chrome and a spa-like interior suggest that Buick is planning to inject a dose of serious theatrics into its traditionalist styling language. Designed in Shanghai, the Riviera blends elements of classic Buicks with smooth modern curves. There are subtle Chinese influences as well, like the white jade-inspired texture and color of the headlamp units.

In keeping with Buick's luxury heritage, the Riviera is a full-size 2+2 that's designed for comfort and relaxation rather than performance. The interior is swathed in leather, ultrasuede and brushed metal, with many surfaces backed by cool blue illuminated panels. Passenger space and comfort have been considered to give the Riviera a "day spa" feeling on the inside.

There are no plans to produce the Riviera, but Buick executives confirmed that some of the Riviera's show-car details will turn up on future Buick products aimed at both the U.S. and China.

AaronGTR · 01-12-2008, 08:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Exodus

Looks more like a Caddy concept

Are you crazy? Caddy's are more angular and sharp edged. This is too rounded for a cadilac.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigbengt67

This would only see the light of day in China- their design studio did this for their market. Buick is a hot brand in china right now for some reason.

I was wondering if anyone saw the chinese kanji on the trunk. I have to agree.

Too bad because it's an awesome looking car. I love the interior, the exterior... it's really sharp. Of course all the cool stuff like the headlights, glow lighting, gull wing doors, narrow side mirrors, etc... none of it would ever make it into production and those are some of the coolest features. Wouldn't be the same car without them. This car is far too much of a concept car to ever be considered for production.

01-10-2008, 01:27 PM	#1
Rich Moderator AKA: Rich Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Toledo, OH Age: 36 Posts: 4,513 Vehicle: 2001 2.4 Grand Am	Buick Riviera Makes North American Debut in Detroit http://www.worldcarfans.com/3070420....iviera-concept woah. i think its safe to say the production model might be a little different. __________________ "The news isn't so depressing when you're surrounded by bubbles." fquick

01-10-2008, 01:29 PM	#2
Exodus Down Rodeo AKA: Minchione Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Marlboro/LBI, NJ Age: 39 Posts: 1,734 Vehicle: 12 Altima \| 08 TL/S	Looks more like a Caddy concept __________________ Choices always were a problem for you. What you need is someone strong to guide you. Deaf and blind and dumb and born to follow, What you need is someone strong to use you —Opiate, T O O L

01-10-2008, 02:43 PM	#3
SSRacer Speed Racer AKA: Sean Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere Age: 43 Posts: 1,440 Vehicle: 2002 Grand Am GT Sedan	Side profile reminds me of aston martin. Looks awesome, but will never see the street. __________________ 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 http://cardomain.com/id/ssgohan Don't take life too seriously, you'll never get out alive. If it ain't broke, don't Microsoft it.

01-10-2008, 02:53 PM	#4
notsoaveragej0e Causes a ruckus AKA: Joe Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Detroit, MI Age: 34 Posts: 5,011 Vehicle: Maligoat	Wow, that looks nice. I love the exterior lighting, but I question its legality. Overall, a pretty legit car- I think Buick could do for a 2 door sports car, since a lot of older people are in that brand already, and have money to buy a higher end car (those that don't graduate into a Caddy, that is). __________________

01-10-2008, 04:36 PM	#6
silvergtjrad yargh! AKA: Jared Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Woodridge, IL Age: 34 Posts: 1,633 Vehicle: 06 TBSS	From the rear it looks like an infiniy fx35 with a chopped roof. __________________ 2006 AWD TBSS 11.719

01-10-2008, 04:51 PM	#7
timberwoof Law Dawg AKA: Cody Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Portland Tx Posts: 1,827 Vehicle: 2004 Grand Am SE1	I don't see them using the Gull Wing doors... __________________ Mods: Sways, F-STB, Dr. Speed Stage 2 w/ box, Rear Disk Conversion, drilled rotors, steel braided lines, 180* T-Stat.

01-10-2008, 04:56 PM	#8
stillriza does not compute AKA: Reds Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ajax, Ontario Age: 38 Posts: 2,034 Vehicle: 00110110101	if they build this thing true to concept..i gaurantee it will outsell any car that year..hands down. that **** is to sexy to be a buick. __________________ Why geeks like computers: unzip, strip, touch, finger, grep, mount, fsck, more, yes,fsck,fsck,fsck,umount, sleep. "If the Start Windows Restart when Windows starts check box is checked Windows Restart will start automatically every time Windows is started. - Actual excerpt from a windows program help file"

01-10-2008, 04:59 PM	#9
Jake BRAAAPPP AKA: Jake Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cen Cal Age: 34 Posts: 3,725 Vehicle: Hellcat Challenger	Hate it, sorry.

01-11-2008, 02:51 AM	#12
SpyhunteR #1 hater AKA: Rob Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Las Vegas Age: 38 Posts: 4,968 Vehicle: 01' 2.4T GA / 08 TBSS	not the second coming of the GN who cares. __________________ Hey kids going to Vegas? Let me help you help me help you! Shoot me an email or PM for all your Vegas Night Club bottle hallucinations & strip club desires! FACEBOOKFACE! "Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car and oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car. Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall, torque is how far you take the wall with you."

01-11-2008, 01:25 PM	#13
bigbenSC SC and Loving It! AKA: Ben Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Age: 36 Posts: 1,772 Vehicle: 2005 SRT-6, 2001 GA GT	This would only see the light of day in China- their design studio did this for their market. Buick is a hot brand in china right now for some reason.

01-11-2008, 04:05 PM	#15
DOHC_tuner Quad 4 HIGH OUTPUT!! AKA: Rafael Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Sa Posts: 64 Vehicle: 1999 OLDZ Alero	Nice, but too nice for a buick. Well bigbeng is right, it will only be available in china or japan if it makes it with those features.

01-11-2008, 06:10 PM	#18
caraudiodave Boring old man AKA: Dave Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Wood ranch, ca Age: 41 Posts: 2,172 Vehicle: '13 Camry hybrid	i agree that if its couple buick it needs to be a new GN or bust. __________________ 2013 Toyota Camry hybrid: Pioneer AVIC-8000NEX, Phoenix Gold ZPA0.3 (300 x 2), Phoenix Gold ZPA0.3 (300 x 2), Phoenix Gold ZPA0.5 (1000 x 1), Dynaudio MD100 (1" tweeters), Dynaudio MW160 (6.5" mids), Eclipse SW8812 (12" aluminum cone subwoofer)

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode