What did the Stage 1 do for the Riv?

My father in law has a Metallic brown 73 Riv that he tows his 24" checkmate to the river on weekends. Those 455's have tons of torque!

Scott

Tire melting machine

I've heard somewhere that only around 200 Stage 1 Rivieras were built. Anyone know a different number?

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In 1973 the Stage 1 option was $139. I assume it was the same for 1974

The Stage I cars.......are fast, for big boats.

I have to admit. I worked at a Buick dealership in the 70's. I saw plenty of Stage I Buicks, but don't ever remember seeing a 1973 Stage I Riv. Probably some that came through, but I don't remember seeing one.

unless you saw the grille emb..you wouldnt know...if i remember right, its the only one on the car...

If I remember correctly in 70 the emblems were on the fenders. They were GS Stage 1 Riv's.