Completed
| Function | Issue | Fix | Status |
| Courtesy Lights | Do not come on via switch or door; fuse blows | Incorrect bulbs in front; missing bulbs in sail panel. Replaced all bulbs and fuse | Done |
| Map Light Lens | Missing | Replaced | Done |
| Battery Drain | Parasitic drain caused by Aux relay | Replaced Aux Relay | Done |
| Clock Light | Clock light does not work; seems to have power, perhaps grounding issue against clock | Re-grounded clock; partially works | Done |
| Rear Courtesy Light Lens | Broken/Missing | Replacement; need to remove ashtray to install? Removed ashtray, two screws slipped lens in | Done |
| Door Jamb Switch | Does not turn on all lights at once; driver side switch defective | Had rebuilt for $30 Purchased replacement rubber boots at $7 each plus shipping http://www.oldbuickparts.com/product_info.php?products_id=6671 Will not replace with below https://bestoffercounts.com/product/door-jamb-switches-with-boots-pair-1963-1964-1965-buick-riviera-custom-made/ | Done |
| Battery Hold Down | Missing battery hold down clamp; battery can move | Purchase hold down clamp and screw – $35 | Done |
TO DO
| Function | Issue | Plan | Complexity |
| Engine | Fluids dripping – possibly automatic transition mission fluid small leak a few drops on ground | Have serviced | |
| Clock | Clock does not work; possible grounding issue; it has previously been converted to Quartz | Replace with original, or new quartz movement? Ebat: $125 clock; Quartz: $100 | Low |
| Gas Guage | Shows Full or more; suggests an open circuit | Check tan wire? | Medium |
| Radio | Does not function; has a Wonderbar but no foot switch, perhaps not original? | Pull and bench test; suspect speakers may have been replaced with incorrect? Ref: https://forums.aaca.org/topic/201522-correct-speaker-sizes-front-and-rear/ front speaker is a 4″x10″ and the rear is a 6″x9″. 8 – 10 ohm speakers – $38 http://www.turnswitch.com/speakers.htm https://www.retromanufacturing.com/products/ultra-thin-dash-replacement-speaker-for-1963-67-buick-riviera?rq=yr_1965~mk_buick~md_riviera&variant=31330201358 $90 | Medium |
| Antenna | Motor makes noise when switch is moved; antenna does not go up and down | Likely the nylon; Barney Eaton rebuild https://forums.aaca.org/topic/208558-power-antenna/ $100? | Medium |
| Heating & Air Conditioning | Missing Condenser, compressor, muffler; heater does not work | A lot of removed parts – Compressor, Condenser, muffler, all the hoses Condenser – $250 Compressor – $180 | High |
| Tires | Replace | 225/75R15 https://www.discounttire.com/buy-tires/hankook-optimo-h724/p/10985 $93 each | Low |
| Windshield Washer & Wipers | No tube between washer bottle and washer, unclear if washer works Electric shock via wiper knob while wipers on | Found tube, cracked. Washer / motor requires hood hinge to be removed. Wiring needs inspected | Medium |
| Glove Box Latch | Missing | $125 NOS https://www.oldsobsolete.com/products-page/buick-parts-for-sale/1963-buick-parts-for-sale/1963-1967-buick-nos-instrument-panel-glove-box-door-lock-cylinder-case-and-bolt-with-key-gm-1355976/ But would not match key | |
| Transmission Switch | Transmission kickdown switch not connected to carb; missing bracket | Medium | |
| Carburetor | Replacement Edelbrock; consider replacing Carter AFB | https://www.carburetorcenter.com/product-page/1964-1965-buick-carter-afb-carburetor-remanufactured | Medium |
| Air Cleaner | Aftermarket; I have original but likely needs carb replaced | Original air cleaner does not fit on 1406 Edelbrock carb. Original air cleaner has a PCV connection | Medium |
| Seatbelt | Driver side seatbelt incorrect; metal tongue does not fit original buckle, missing retractor | Hamill RCF-50-K or RCF-50-H No repros available | Low |
| Suspension | Consider lowering/stiffening | Medium | |
| Steering | Feels very loose | ||
| Brakes | Squeak or rub; unknown if original Aluminum Finned; consider disc conversion | Medium | |
| Exhaust | Left-rear muffler disconnected. fromhangar which was previously welded. Not original. | Repro: $650 + $265 hangars Waldron http://waldronexhaust.com/cart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=61_31_386&products_id=3414 | Medium |
| Turn Signal | Turn signal does not spring back in one direction | Actuator replacement? | Low |
| Ignition Switch | 4 position ignition switch not original; redundant LOCK and OFF positions | Leave alone; key matches door locks | |
| Odometer | Trip Counter reset does not work | Unknown | |
| Windows | Driver side rear window does not operate effectively Driver side window does not operate effectively Smoke from switch Passenger quarter window does not open | Check switches / wiring. | Low |
| Door rubbers | Driver and passenger side door rubbers cause door to close improperly | $44+ | Low |
| Flex plate Inspection Cover | Currently Missing | Low | |
| Optikleen Bottle | Missing | Bottle: http://www.oldbuickparts.com/product_info.php?cPath=97_98_115&products_id=1254 Sticker: http://www.oldbuickparts.com/product_info.php?products_id=6039 | Low |
Air Conditioning Checklist
| Compressor | Missing |
| Liquid Line | |
| Support Brackets | |
| Receiver Dehydrator | Present |
| Muffler | Available |
| Vacuum Storage Tank | Present |
| Blower | Present |
| Outside Air Door Diaphragm | |
| Heater & Evaporator Air Door Diaphragm | |
| Suction Throttle Valve | |
| Heater Inlet and Outlet Hoses | |
| Water Valve & Vacuum Hose | |
| Condenser | Missing |
| Evaporator Core | |
| Heater Core | |
| Expansion Valve | |
| Radiator – Larger capacity and fan with clutch | |
| Fuel Vapor Bypass System |