[JonReynolds19]

Can I take a 97 buick rivera 3.8L SC and put it in my 2001 pontiac grand prix GTP
3.8L SC

 

[dezldave961]

Yep, just need to make sure to keep the GTP's mounts and accessories (A/C, alt, P/S, etc.). Beyond that, just inspect the engine and freshen up anything that needs it.

 

[JonReynolds19]

Can I take a 97 buick rivera 3.8L SC and put it in my 2001 pontiac grand prix GTP
3.8L SC

Yep, just need to make sure to keep the GTP's mounts and accessories (A/C, alt, P/S, etc.). Beyond that, just inspect the engine and freshen up anything that needs it.

Thanks 👍

 

[Tha smokah]

Why would you make such a switch? Imo the riv is the nicest looking one of them cars..The one thing I do like about the GTP is it's got that heads up display

 

[dezldave961]

I'm going to guess car conditions aren't equal, but he can say for certain (maybe the donor Riviera is in rough shape?).

Rivieras are kinda slick looking, bit they're somewhat tanks compared to W-body's. There's also alot less availability of upgrades and replacement parts for the rest of the vehicle outside the engine bay, due to being a short-run platform in low volume without much following. Heck, even GP/Regal/Monte/Impala guys have minimal options, especially over 10yrs since production ended, but still a massive amount of options in comparison.

If you love Riv's, I get it, but it's going to cost a bit to keep one in good shape and have it hold the power of any upgrades using the 4T65e (or even trying to swap an 80e, but that's an electrical undertaking most here aren't trying to get into, due to limited info/interest).