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1965 Buick Riviera GS

The ’65 Buick Riviera GS is one of the most coveted starting points for any hot rod. Now, to this add some creative thinking to improve on an already award-winning design and apply today’s advancements in powertrain and suspension and you drive away with the best of all.

The ’65 Buick is part of the first of eight generations. There were 34,586 Rivieras produced but only 3,354 carried the GS option. From here the Buick was thought of as both a muscle and a luxury car that could also be transformed into a remarkable custom. The Rivi succeeded at everything a hot rodder wanted and this GS hit all the marks.

Jeff Mosing, of Austin, Texas, has spent a lifetime enjoying all kinds

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