The 1996 Buick Riviera Owner's Manual provides a comprehensive guide to all the features and controls of your luxurious coupe. Dive into the intricacies of your Riviera's design, from its stylish interior to its powerful engine. Gain a thorough understanding of your vehicle's functionality, encompassing everything from climate control and audio systems to safety features and driver assistance technologies. The manual also provides a detailed breakdown of maintenance schedules, helping you keep your Riviera in peak condition. Discover simple do-it-yourself tasks you can perform, empowering you to take ownership of your vehicle's upkeep. For more complex procedures, find valuable information on towing and safety considerations, ensuring you are equipped to handle any situation with confidence.

The 1996 Buick Riviera, a sleek and stylish luxury coupe, marked a significant chapter in the model's history and in the evolution of American automotive design. This generation, introduced in 1995, represented a radical departure from its predecessors, embracing a more modern and aerodynamic silhouette. Gone were the boxy, angular lines; in their place, flowing curves and a low-slung profile, reminiscent of the 1960s Riviera's sporty elegance. Power came from a 3.8-liter V6 engine, providing a smooth and refined driving experience, while a four-speed automatic transmission facilitated effortless gear changes. Inside, the Riviera pampered occupants with meticulously crafted leather upholstery, plush carpeting, and a well-appointed instrument panel, blending luxury and functionality.

Beyond its visual appeal, the 1996 Riviera boasted an array of advanced features, including a sophisticated suspension system that prioritized comfort and handling, a responsive steering wheel that translated driver input with accuracy, and a potent anti-lock braking system (ABS) that ensured confident stopping power. The Riviera also incorporated innovative safety technology, including driver and passenger airbags, a reinforced passenger compartment, and a comprehensive array of safety features that provided peace of mind for both driver and passengers. As the last generation of the Buick Riviera before its discontinuation in 1999, the 1996 model remains a testament to the brand's legacy of producing stylish, comfortable, and technologically advanced vehicles, etching its place in automotive history as a symbol of luxury and sophistication.