Project Description
1956 Buick Century Riviera – Model 66R
Production | 33,334 cars | |||||
Original Baseprice | $ 2,963.00 | |||||
Engine | 322 cui Fireball V8 | |||||
255 | ||||||
341 | ||||||
60.0 inches | ||||||
75.5 inches | ||||||
205.1 inches | ||||||
122 inches | ||||||
3,890 pounds |
% share of all 1956 Buicks
Quote from Original Literature
1956 Buick Century Riviera Equipment
Cars like the 1956 Buick Century Riviera were known for their great performance and price advantage. The models of the Century series had the smaller body of the Special series but the biggest Buick engine. Some luxury features that were optional on the Special series were standard on the 1956 Buick Century Riviera.
Air Cleaner and Silencer
Ash Receivers
Automatic Glove Compartment Light
Cigarette Lighter
Deluxe Steering Wheel
Direction Signals
Dynaflow Transmission (Automatic Transmission)
Foamtex Seat Cushions
High Air Intake Ventilation System
Panoramic Windshield
Rear Coil Springs
Redliner Speedometer
Step-On Parking Brake
Antenna (Manual or Automatic)
Custom Interior Trim
Dual Exhaust
Easy-Eye Glass
Heater & Defroster
Oversize Tires
Permanent Type Antifreeze
Power Brakes (only with Dynaflow)
Power Seats (6-way)
Power Steering
Power Window Lifts
Rear View Mirror
Safety Group (includes Back-Up Lights, Windshield Washer, Glareproof Mirror & Parking Brake Signal Light)
Selectronic Radio
Sonomatic Radio
Tri-Tone Paint
Two-Tone Paint
Wheel Covers (Hubcaps)
White Wall Tires
Windshield Washer – Wide Angle Wiper
See 1956 Buick Options & Accessories for a full list with original prices.
1956 Buick Century Riviera Colors
The 1950s were very colorful. Just like the 1956 Buicks! In 1956, Buick offered 20 base colors, which could be used as solid, two-tone or even three-tone paint. Two-tone means that roof and body had different colors.
Note: Color accuracy varies by computer/device settings and depends on the actual light. See complete 1956 Buick color chart for Duco Paint numbers.
Carlsbad Black
Castle Grey
Dover White
Electric Blue
Bedford Blue
Cadet Blue
Cambridge Blue
Laurel Green
Foam Green
Glacier Green
Claret Red
Seminole Red
Tahiti Coral
Cameo Beige
Harvest Yellow
Bittersweet
Apricot
Spruce Green
Nile Green
Mist Green
1956 Buick Century Riviera Interior Trim Combinations
Trim #611
This is a Standard Trim.
Seat & Bolster Material:
Medium Green Cordaveen
Bolster Material:
Medium Green Cordaveen
Seat Facing Material:
Light Green Cordaveen
Trim #613
This is a Standard Trim.
Seat & Bolster Material:
Green Nylon Pattern
Bolster Material:
Medium Green Cordaveen
Seat Facing Material:
Light Green Cordaveen
Trim #621
This is a Standard Trim.
Seat & Bolster Material:
Medium Blue Cordaveen
Bolster Material:
Medium Blue Cordaveen
Seat Facing Material:
Light Blue Cordaveen
Trim #623
This is a Standard Trim.
Seat & Bolster Material:
Blue Nylon Pattern
Bolster Material:
Medium Blue Cordaveen
Seat Facing Material:
Light Blue Cordaveen
Trim #632
This is a Standard Trim.
Seat & Bolster Material:
Ivory Nylon Pattern
Bolster Material:
Ivory Cordaveen
Seat Facing Material:
Ivory Cordaveen
Trim #633
This is a Standard Trim.
Seat & Bolster Material:
Red Nylon Pattern
Bolster Material:
Red Cordaveen
Seat Facing Material:
Red Cordaveen
Trim #634
This is a Standard Trim.
Seat & Bolster Material:
Black Nylon Pattern
Bolster Material:
Ivory Cordaveen
Seat Facing Material:
Ivory Cordaveen
The interior combinations for the 1956 Buick Century Riviera were made for practical use, durability – but also provided luxury for the owner. Seven combinations were available – some with Cordaveen thorughout, some with Cordaveen and Cloth.
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1956 Buick Videos
Ever heard of Jackie Gleason? Buick was sponsor of his show in 1956. During commercial brakes, Buick presented one spot per show. Jackie Gleason was also part of the dealer introduction of the 1956 Buick. He appeared in the first slidefilm of the DOT (Dealer Training Organisation) program. 22 slidefilms were released overall. You find them in our video section!
Literature covering the 1956 Buick Century Riviera
- 1956 Buick Product Service Bulletins AEHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:27:20+00:00
1956 Buick Product Service Bulletins AE
- 1956 Buick Product School ManualHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:27:20+00:00
1956 Buick Product School Manual
- Buicks Busy Acres in Flint, MichiganHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:27:21+00:00
Buicks Busy Acres in Flint, Michigan
- 1956 Buick Color Sales BrochureHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:26:38+00:00
1956 Buick Color Sales Brochure
- 1956 Buick Colors & Fabrics BookHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:26:39+00:00
1956 Buick Colors & Fabrics Book
- 1956 Buick Important Tips BrochureHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:26:40+00:00
1956 Buick Important Tips Brochure
- 1956 Buick Dealership Building Layout GuideHometown Buick2017-03-01T19:26:43+00:00
1956 Buick Dealership Building Layout Guide
For 1956 Buick Century Riviera Owners and Enthusiasts
1956 Buick Registry
Is the 1956 Buick Century Riviera a rare car today? Besides the official production numbers its hard to say wheather a model or even a specific equipment is rare or not. Thats why we’ve setup the 1956 Buick registry. Help the community and register your 1956 Buick Century Riviera!
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