Buick Reatta
A hand-crafted, high-tech halo car that redefined Buick luxury for the digital age.
- Power
- 165 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.1 s
- Top speed
- 125 mph
- Est. value
- $5k–$13k
About the Buick Reatta
The Buick Reatta was a bold departure for General Motors, designed as a hand-finished two-seater halo car to compete with European luxury grand tourers. Built at the dedicated Reatta Craft Centre in Lansing, Michigan, it featured a shortened version of the GM E-body platform shared with the Riviera. The 1989 model is notable for its advanced 'Graphic Control Center,' a pioneering touchscreen interface that controlled climate and audio functions. While its performance from the 3.8-litre '3800' V6 was modest, the Reatta offered a refined, quiet ride and a level of exclusivity rarely seen in American cars of the era.
Buick Reatta specs
The Buick Reatta produces 165 bhp (123 kW) and 285 Nm (210 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.1 seconds and has a top speed of 125 mph (201 km/h).
| Make | Buick |
|---|---|
| Model | Reatta |
| Trim | 3.8 |
| Years | 1988–1991 |
| Type | Luxury |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 21,751 built |
| Original price | About $27,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.8-litre V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,791 cc (3.8 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 165 bhp (123 kW) at 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 285 Nm (210 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.1 s |
| Top speed | 125 mph (201 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,532 kg (3,377 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 108 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Buick Reatta worth?
A typical Buick Reatta is estimated to be worth $4,700 – $13,000 (about £3,500 – £9,700).
Its original price when new was about $27,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Buick Reatta rarity in CarSpot
The Buick Reatta is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 29 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Buick Reatta fun facts
- The Reatta was the first Buick to feature pop-up headlights, which were unique because the entire assembly moved rather than just a cover.
- Instead of a traditional assembly line, Reattas were built at 'craft stations' where teams of workers completed specific tasks before robots moved the car to the next station.
- The 1989 model was the final year for the futuristic CRT touchscreen interface, which was replaced by traditional buttons in 1990 due to customer complaints.