1990 Buick Reatta Convertible

This 1990 Buick Reatta Limited Dealer Special Edition was offered for sale at the 2007 RM Auctions held at Meadow Brook. It was offered without reserve and estimated to sell for $20,000 - $30,000.

The Reatta vehicles had a sporty appearance, aerodynamic styling, and a dynamic ride. They featured a quick ratio power steering, independent suspension, and front-wheel drive.

This example was hand built in a Cadillac plant by Oldsmobile workers for Buick. There were sixty examples released by GM to their top Buick dealers. The differences between a regular Reatta and a Dealer Special by their white paint scheme with a read and white leather interior, white vinyl power top, and black and chrome exterior trim.

The odometer on this vehicle reads just 6,888 miles since new. It has a 231 cubic-inch overhead valve V6 engine capable of producing 165 horsepower. There is a four-speed automatic gearbox and four-wheel disc brakes. At auction, the car was sold, selling for $30,800, including buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2007