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10-09-2009, 01:56 AM

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Re: My 1st Detroit Iron since the 60's!

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Originally Posted by subi-crosser

The Riviera was produced untill 1957, then discontinued. It was 'Intended' to be brought out as a 'New' LaSalle in '63' but GM decided to give it to Buick instead. The 'Promotional' press said that the car was designed to " Run EFFORTLESSLY at 105 MPH"!

I can tell you that the car ran just as 'effortlessly' at 135!!

Aluminium finned drum brakes. 135 miles an hour.

I had an idea you are brave Jerry. Now I realise fearless as well.

Joe

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