I've been into custom cars since I was 5 years old. Although I have a passion for all types of cars, the one that got my attention was a 1965 Buick Riviera. When researching the Riviera, I learned that it was designed by Bill Mitchel, the main designer for the famous Corvette. Bill's original plan was to make the Riviera a Cadillac Lasalle, but unfortunately Cadillac wasn't impressed with the Riviera. Buick, however, was very impressed and the Buick Riviera debuted in 1963. It was known as “The Gentleman's Car” for GM Directors. ...

I was impressed with the 1965 Buick Riviera because it was the first year for the Gran Sport. My Buick Gran Sport is equipped with a 425-nail head with the dual quad carburetor setup with factory A/C. It works with original equipment and a turbo 400 transmission with a posi rearend. The interior is equipped with deluxe interior, including 75% leather, and has power windows, power wing windows and power leather seats with the original cloth inserts. I had custom gauges made by classic instruments. The suspension is a custom hydraulic setup and equipped with 14x7 reverse zenith wire wheels. The paint was applied with PPG paint and clear. It has been wet sanded, buffed and sealed with a ceramic coat. The car has won many awards, including the Hall of Fame award at the Pismo Beach show, and Best of Show at both the Hollister and Good Guys Car Shows.