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I have a 1996 station wagon that my parents bought new (gold color/gold interior). 33k original miles, with ~13k of that while being pulled behind a motor home. My step-mother couldn't drive anymore, so I flew to Indiana last year and drove it back to Atlanta area. Other than a little "power shortage" through the mountains, it did great. Always been garaged and obviously not driven much. Beautiful condition. I am using it for my daily driver (less than 4 miles round trip/day). It still has the tow bar attachments on the front and I have the front bra.

My only issue is a left rear power window that quit working from either switch - will be checking electric connectors soon. Anyway, I look forward to participating in the forum. Thanks.

Roy

Welcome, remember vote early and vote often. Oops I meant post often.
Welcome!

Welcome!

You'll want to get that oil changed if you haven't already.
And use 10-W30 going forward unless your winters dictate otherwise.

Welcome to the forum, indeed. If you ever decide to sell the wagon, post it here. I'm sure it would sell.

Thanks for the welcome. I changed the oil and checked all hoses and belts, fluids and tires before leaving Indiana (and changed it again in December). My Stepmother had the oil changed every 6 months, even when there was only 300-500 miles since the last change!

Loose connector on the window switch - everything working now. Car is garaged when not driven - sure doesn't take as much space as the '66 Buick. I will probably have to sell it within a year - retiring and downsizing from a 4 to probably a 2 car garage. But, enjoying driving it now.

Sounds like you should name the car "goldmine"! Enjoy many happy miles with it! Even with less-than enthusiastic upkeep, 200k miles is easily reached with these cars. Enjoy! and welcome!

'66 Buick what?
I call dibs!

1966 Buick Riviera GS, black with dove (off-white) interior. I have owned the car for 46 years.

Must be pretty if you've kept it that long.

I'm a sucker for a 3rd gen with that rear window. The overall shape and contours of that car so beautifully unique.

Haven't seen one in 20 years.

Please post a pic of your Buick. Derf would absolutely love it and it would be a nice gesture on your part. Without derf, this forum would fold like an accordion.

Thanks for the nod, Rube. But a forum requires a group; without all of you, I have no reason nor inspiration to spend my free time trying to help others. Plus I learn new things all the time. And as for the core Saturnforum family, you folks keep me going.

Sorry for the threadjack. I despise threadjacking. I should really delete this post......

Pictures of 1966 Riviera
 

I think that I did this right and have attached two pictures of the Riviera. Trying to find the picture of my Saturn. I guess that I will have to send it separately later.

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With any luck, a picture of my wagon is attached.

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Very nice, looks new just as described!

Black 66 Riv GS (drool)
Orig rear springs?

How much?

Yes, original springs.

Buick is not for sale - it will probably be an estate car (I have owned it for 46 years). How about a picture of your 396?

Derf's 1969 Chevelle SS 396 (Lucy)
 

Here she is....Lucy

(and no, that is not me in the background)

Nice cars, roy. And that Chevelle was sweet, derf. Keep in mind, I'm a Mopar guy, but older cars draw my attention, no matter what!

I am lovin the cars. That 396 is pretty sweet and a decent Riv as well.

Derf:

Very nice SS396!

Thanks folks!




Wish it was mine......


That's a pic from a car show I went to this year.
I know it's cliché, but those 69-72's SS 396's really do it for me.
I know I will likely never own one in any condition but that's one of the reasons you go to car shows.... to appreciate the attainment of the dreams of others -- and if you're lucky, you stumble across your own dream...in the metal....


And a "thanks" to Rube for not calling me on the charade :) .

Rw, there's a healthy but not overwhelming amt of shenaniganery on our site; it's all in fun, and we talk Saturns very seriously when people need our assistance. This wasn't a joke pointed at you -- it was pointed at myself b/c I was envious of your Riv and the regulars around here know I don't own a Chevelle.

So please stick around

Well, you got me good on that one. Now don't try to tell me that you have a new Peterbilt. I will, however, believe everything you have to say about Saturns. Thanks.

Someone around here does have a Peterbilt.....
Rube, was it Howie? I don't think so......

Yep, pretty sure it's Hoseppi. And remember, old truckers never die, they just get a new Peterbilt!

Since I have two posts to go, let me ask a question - has anyone had a problem with a "rattle" from their Saturn engine bay? Sounds like a loose heat shield to me. It is definitely not the engine.

I actually have all the crap in my sig plus 4 more. It is a pain to back down the driveway.

Have you checked the heat shield that comes attached to the catcon which proceeds to begin rusting off as soon s you take it out of the box? I know that's not in the engine bay, but if it is a tinny sounding rattling, that's the first thing that comes to mind.

Have you safely gotten under the front of the vehicle while running to see if it might be a cracked piece of protective plastic on the underside of the front of the car?

Thanks for the suggestion. I haven't been able to check it out yet - probably this weekend when it cools down to 90 degrees. I will get it up on my ramps and see if I can pinpoint it. I just turn the radio up now.