1988 Buick Reatta

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Clean history low original mileage

Stock #:

2529-NSH

Exterior Color:

Arctic white

Interior Color:

Burgundy

Body Type:

Coupe

Transmission:

4 Speed Automatic

Drivetrain:

FWD

Engine:

3.8 Liter V6

Mileage:

32,811

Designed as a halo vehicle for the entire Buick lineup, the Reatta is one of the most interesting American cars entering into classic car status. It comes with a strong and reliable powertrain borrowed from the Riviera, an agile all-independent suspension, and a sporty two-seat body full of every luxury option Buick could engineer. It makes for a terrific driver's car, and this 1988 example is a nicely presented coupe from the first year that launched the Reatta.

Workmanship is very good, because it was built at a factory specially set up by GM to build these low volume personal luxury cars. In fact, while General Motors is known for mass production, this Reatta can almost be considered hand-crafted. So something this carefully made looks great in a pristine white. The finish has aged well, because while the age makes it a true vintage coupe, the low mileage (averaging less than 1k annually) shows proper care and respect. So it's attractive and glossy today, and just a professional detail away from being ready for a feature car show tomorrow. And these will really start to get a lot of attention as people re-discover the swoopy hidden headlight design that's almost like Buick gave us what would have happened if the Mazda RX-7 or Porsche 944 were sent to an upper-class finishing school.

The burgundy pinstripe on the exterior is a preview of the full burgundy leather interior. Not only does the deep red have an elite style against the bright white exterior, but also the low mileage means this continues to show exceptionally well. A handcrafted car means exclusive seating for two done in supple leather. And they both power adjust for the ideal individual comfort position. The rear had a carpeted parcel shelf for storage/luggage, and there's even a trunk pass-through for large items. There's a long list of desirable features, including power windows, power locks, a tilt steering column, and cruise control. Your air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette stereo, and information on the car are all controlled through a touchscreen display in the center of the dash. Yes, you can get factory touchscreen controls in a car from 1988!

Under the hood is one of Buick's most durable and well-developed engines. The fuel-injected 3.8-liter V6 is torquey, efficient, and reliable. The motor shows all the right signs of being original and unmodified, so it starts instantly, idles easily, and drives with confidence. The Reatta was meant to be Buick's Mercedes SL competitor, so on the road it feels confident with even a little hint of a sporty exhaust. The four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, fully independent suspension, and four-wheel disc brakes makes this a great car for fun drives or even a daily classic.

This Reatta is a true collectible with less than 22,000 produced in total, and only around 4,700 examples were built in 1988, its inaugural year. So for those looking for a complete classic on a budget, your extraordinary Buick awaits. Call today!!!

Vehicle Description

Designed as a halo vehicle for the entire Buick lineup, the Reatta is one of the most interesting American cars entering into classic car status. It comes with a strong and reliable powertrain borrowed from the Riviera, an agile all-independent suspension, and a sporty two-seat body full of every luxury option Buick could engineer. It makes for a terrific driver's car, and this 1988 example is a nicely presented coupe from the first year that launched the Reatta.

Workmanship is very good, because it was built at a factory specially set up by GM to build these low volume personal luxury cars. In fact, while General Motors is known for mass production, this Reatta can almost be considered hand-crafted. So something this carefully made looks great in a pristine white. The finish has aged well, because while the age makes it a true vintage coupe, the low mileage (averaging less than 1k annually) shows proper care and respect. So it's attractive and glossy today, and just a professional detail away from being ready for a feature car show tomorrow. And these will really start to get a lot of attention as people re-discover the swoopy hidden headlight design that's almost like Buick gave us what would have happened if the Mazda RX-7 or Porsche 944 were sent to an upper-class finishing school.

The burgundy pinstripe on the exterior is a preview of the full burgundy leather interior. Not only does the deep red have an elite style against the bright white exterior, but also the low mileage means this continues to show exceptionally well. A handcrafted car means exclusive seating for two done in supple leather. And they both power adjust for the ideal individual comfort position. The rear had a carpeted parcel shelf for storage/luggage, and there's even a trunk pass-through for large items. There's a long list of desirable features, including power windows, power locks, a tilt steering column, and cruise control. Your air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette stereo, and information on the car are all controlled through a touchscreen display in the center of the dash. Yes, you can get factory touchscreen controls in a car from 1988!

Under the hood is one of Buick's most durable and well-developed engines. The fuel-injected 3.8-liter V6 is torquey, efficient, and reliable. The motor shows all the right signs of being original and unmodified, so it starts instantly, idles easily, and drives with confidence. The Reatta was meant to be Buick's Mercedes SL competitor, so on the road it feels confident with even a little hint of a sporty exhaust. The four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, fully independent suspension, and four-wheel disc brakes makes this a great car for fun drives or even a daily classic.

This Reatta is a true collectible with less than 22,000 produced in total, and only around 4,700 examples were built in 1988, its inaugural year. So for those looking for a complete classic on a budget, your extraordinary Buick awaits. Call today!!!

Vehicle Warranty

New Vehicles come with a full-factory warranty. Used vehicles may have a remaining-factory warranty, but please contact us for the warranty details specific to this vehicle.

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Guitars and Cadillacs. Hot Rod Lincoln. One Piece at a Time. Yeah, y'all are on the right track. Come to Nashville for some hot chicken, country music, and classic cars. Our showroom is located just 20 minutes southeast of downtown in La Vergne, TN in the Centrepointe Distribution Park. This 50,000-square foot indoor showroom opened in 2016 and can hold approximately 250 vehicles. We are open to the public and showroom admission is always complimentary.

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After being in the collector-car business for a decade prior, Donna Robbins opened the doors to the first Streetside Classics showroom in Charlotte, NC in 2008. Armed with a customer-oriented business philosophy and a clear vision for success, she has since led Streetside Classics to an unrivaled sales volume that is currently among the best in the collector car industry.

With the most knowledgeable and professionally trained staff in the industry, we have expanded nationally and opened showrooms in many major U.S. markets. We operate under the principles of doing business fairly and with the understanding that our customers are the lifeblood of the business. Much of our success comes from the relationships formed with buyers and sellers around the world who have joined us on this incredible journey and made Streetside's rapid growth possible.

Today, Streetside Classics is known as the Nation's Trusted Consignment Dealer; providing sellers and buyers alike with the peace of mind that only comes from partnering with one of the largest classic car dealerships in the country.

Charlotte

Atlanta

Dallas / Fort Worth

Tampa

Nashville

Phoenix

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Guitars and Cadillacs. Hot Rod Lincoln. One Piece at a Time. Yeah, y'all are on the right track. Come to Nashville for some hot chicken, country music, and classic cars. Our showroom is located just 20 minutes southeast of downtown in La Vergne, TN in the Centrepointe Distribution Park. This 50,000-square foot indoor showroom opened in 2016 and can hold approximately 250 vehicles. We are open to the public and showroom admission is always complimentary.

Our Global Marketing Reach

We advertise on all the top websites and print publications marketing your vehicle globally, getting it hundreds of views each day.

That's over an $1100 value!

Nationally Trusted

Finance

Financing Classic & Collector Cars

Let our money work for you! With rates as low as 6.00% and an average appreciation of 9.00% a year it doesn't always make sense to pay with cash.

Minimum Loan Amount - $5,000 No Pre-Payment Penalty No Proof of Income (Tier 1 Credit) Terms to 144 months Bankruptcy, foreclosure, divorce – All OKApply Now

About Us

After being in the collector-car business for a decade prior, Donna Robbins opened the doors to the first Streetside Classics showroom in Charlotte, NC in 2008. Armed with a customer-oriented business philosophy and a clear vision for success, she has since led Streetside Classics to an unrivaled sales volume that is currently among the best in the collector car industry.

With the most knowledgeable and professionally trained staff in the industry, we have expanded nationally and opened showrooms in many major U.S. markets. We operate under the principles of doing business fairly and with the understanding that our customers are the lifeblood of the business. Much of our success comes from the relationships formed with buyers and sellers around the world who have joined us on this incredible journey and made Streetside's rapid growth possible.

Today, Streetside Classics is known as the Nation's Trusted Consignment Dealer; providing sellers and buyers alike with the peace of mind that only comes from partnering with one of the largest classic car dealerships in the country.

Charlotte

Atlanta

Dallas / Fort Worth

Tampa

Nashville

Phoenix

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Payment Options

We accept the following payment methods:
- Cashier's Check/money order

Vehicle Pickup & Shipping

All shipping charges are buyer's responsibility.

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Terms & Conditions

We recognize the need for complete transparency when buying/selling vehicles on eBay. That said, we did not build, modify, or have the luxury of personal ownership that would give us the advantage of knowing all unknown aspects of each vehicle. Transparency is king and we're happy to try and answer ALL questions our customers might have prior to purchasing. Additionally, we welcome and encourage independent inspections (see Inspection statement below).

FEES: A documentation fee of $199 will be added to the purchase price at the time of sale. Sale price does not include any Title, License, Registration, State or Local Taxes or Processing Fees. We recommend you familiarize yourself with your individual state's taxes, transfer, or additional fees.

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CONTACT: Note that you may hear from us after to the sale, but if you are a winning bidder, click a Buy-It-Now, or we accept your eBay Offer, it is your responsibility to contact us within 24 hours.

INSPECTION: VERY IMPORTANT. If a buyer chooses to buy sight unseen (many of our buyers choose this option) the buyer accepts the vehicle AS-IS and understands we cannot address concerns post sale. For this reason, it's important all concerns are addressed prior to purchase. We make every effort to present accurate and reliable information, but use of this information is voluntary, and should only be deemed reliable after an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. It is the sole responsibility of the customer/buyer to verify the existence of options, accessories and the vehicle condition before time of sale.

PAYMENT: We require a non-refundable $500 deposit within 48 hours of winning or commitment to purchase. Full payment is required within 7 days of offer acceptance unless other arrangements are agreed to in writing. If deposit and/or full payment are not provided within said timeframe, all vehicles will be relisted and transaction will be considered void. For balance of payment we will accept bank wire transfer (preferred), cashier's check, or personal check (vehicle shipment will be delayed until check clears).We also offer vehicle financing, please inquire for details prior to making bids/offers.

SHIPPING: We have access to a network of private and commercial carriers. Most of them can deliver the vehicle to your driveway and upon your schedule. We assume no responsibility for damages or delays incurred once a vehicle is in a shipper's custody. Buyers are welcomed to trailer vehicles home and we are happy to have everything ready to see you off with your new vehicle.

DRIVE IT HOME: If you plan to buy and drive home, please keep some things in mind. Anything is possible when it comes to a vehicle, especially a classic or antique one. We recommend transporting all vehicles to your home first, then driving it locally. Get to know the vehicle and its tendencies before embarking on a long-distance trip. If you choose to drive your new vehicle home, buyer accepts all responsibility as we are unable to control what may take place once it leaves our facility.

DOCUMENTS & VEHICLE TITLE: All purchase documents are sent immediately upon purchase. To avoid delays, we recommend returning any required documents within 24 hours of receipt. Please allow up to 30 days for vehicle titles. Usually titles are available sooner, we ask for the extra time in the event there are unforeseen circumstances.

VIN VERIFICATION: We photograph the primary VIN location of every vehicle and make sure that VIN exactly matches the vehicle's current title. Buyer agrees to hold seller harmless from any disputes arising from other hidden or secondary VINs present on the vehicle as seller only verifies the primary VIN location. If needed, it is the buyer's sole responsibility to verify secondary VIN locations their specific state may inspect, prior to purchase.

MILEAGES: Occasionally our vehicles may be driven or simply moved around our facilities. Slight differences may occur so we recommend you confirm actual and current miles prior to purchase.

CONDITION: We cover the obvious and do our best to describe our vehicles in detail. Even so, please have a transparent conversation with us before purchasing. Do be aware that all pre-owned vehicles, regardless of age, mileage, or manufacturer are subject to cosmetic wear and mechanical failure. Finally, be advised that although our sales associates are here to assist you with your purchase, they are not trained or certified vehicle inspectors.

AS-IS: All vehicles are sold "AS IS" and with no warranties expressed or implied. If you choose to waive inspection, do plan to have a detailed and transparent conversation with us regarding the vehicle's condition. Ask the hard questions up front. Please just call us, we are here to help and welcome all your questions!

DISCLAIMER: This site and all advertising information may be updated without notice whenever new information is obtained and may contain mistakes and inaccuracies. Information is provided to the best of our knowledge and we make no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy, truth, or reliability of such information. We cannot be responsible for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies contained in information provided by the consignor/seller of the vehicle. We strive to perform extensive visual inspections on all vehicles we represent but we do not disassemble vehicles or components for inspection purposes and therefore it is always possible that there is hidden damage that is not readily apparent. All vehicles are sold AS-IS with no warranties expressed or implied.

Fees and Taxes

Sales tax, title, license fee, registration fee, dealer documentary fee, finance charges, emission testing fees, and compliance fees are additional to the advertised price. Vehicle is listed locally, we reserve the right to end the auction at any time.

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