Some cars are born to race down a quarter-mile track, while others
were created solely to carve up canyons and autocross events. But
some cars are neither of those things because they were born to
just cruise. While a 1964 Buick Riviera Super Wildcat might not be
the first car you think of when it comes to cool classics, this one
might just be the last car you'll ever shop for.
The chill Wedgewood Blue repaint gives this car the calming
serenity of the coastal resort destination of its namesake. Kept
mostly to its original outward factory form, this Wildcat is
capable of purring along the interstate at whatever pace you
choose. But, pop the hood and prepare yourself for the snarling
beast that resides beneath the hood. The numbers-matching KX
option-coded V-8, measuring a massive 425 cubic inches, and is fed
by a dual-quad carburetor, making this car just one of 2,122 made
with this engine configuration. The "Super" in Super Wildcat
denotes the incredible power this particular engine is capable of
producing. How does 360 horsepower and locomotive-level 465
pound-feet of torque sound? If you said "super," that's what we
were thinking too.
That power is sent through a three-speed TH400 automatic
transmission and onto a Buick 9.38-inch rear end. Sitting at all
four corners is a set of 17-inch US Mags wheels shod in 215/55R-17
tires, while an independent front and three-link rear suspension
handle handling duties.
Inside, you're greeted by custom white vinyl seats, both front and
rear, that provide a comfortable view of the road for all
passengers involved. The stock dashboard is highlighted by the two
big gauges front and center of the driver, while the woodgrain and
aluminum trim panels keep this car's original appearance and appeal
as a reminder that this car was built for luxurious travel to and
from just about anywhere. Power steering, power brakes, and even
power door locks all complete the package of this Super Wildcat's
vintage appeal, allowing it to do exactly what it was made for...
cruising in style.
*Wedgewood Blue paint
*Numbers matching
*KX coded V8
*Dual quad 425 CID
*360 hp
*465 pound feet
*US Mags wheels
*Power steering
*Power brakes
*Power door locks
*1 of 2122 made