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£26,118

1968 RILEY ELF CUSTOM BEACH CAR

United States • 20 Jan 2026

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AI Listing Summary

This right-hand-drive 1968 Riley Elf has been custom-built into a Jolly-style beach car, featuring a restored engine and unique modifications like flared fenders, Minilite-style wheels, and a custom wood interior. Having been shown at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, this unique vehicle would appeal to collectors interested in a unique classic car.

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Condition 

8

The car was professionally built and shown at a Concours d'Elegance, suggesting high-quality work and care. The description notes a restored engine and drivetrain, along with well-maintained features like the wood dashboard and marine-grade canvas seats. While modifications are extensive, there's no mention of damage or significant wear, implying it's in excellent condition with only minimal cosmetic imperfections.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

RA2S31114935

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

RHD

This right-hand-drive 1968 Riley Elf custom beach car is powered by an Austin-built A-series 4-cylinder engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission.

The engine and drivetrain were restored and detailed during the comprehensive professional build, which reconfigured the car into a Jolly-style beach car.

The exhaust, chassis and suspension components support the widened stance created by flared fenders designed to accommodate wide Minilite-style alloy wheels with low-profile tires, and the braking system remains consistent with the underlying Riley Elf configuration.

Exterior modifications included removal of the roof and side windows, welded and cut-down doors, de-bumpered bodywork and retention of the distinct Riley radiator grille, complemented by high-quality chrome mirrors and headlamp rings.

Interior features include a lacquered wood dashboard, a wood-rimmed Mountney steering wheel and custom wood rails surrounding the cockpit.

Front and rear seats are trimmed in stripe-p...

Points of note

£290

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£5,724

Median Price (Since 2020)

£30,787

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