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1934 Riley Imp

United Kingdom • 27 Mar 2024

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AI Listing Summary

This 1934 Riley Imp is a rebuilt model with a larger 12/4 engine, updated Ulster-style coachwork and a pre-selector gearbox. The car has a well-documented history, having been featured in publications and carefully maintained over the years. While not original, it presents as a historically significant car.

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Condition 

7

While the car has been carefully maintained and features a smart paintwork and red leather upholstery, it's a rebuilt model in the style of an Ulster Imp with a non-original engine and coachwork. Some components have been replaced or refurbished over the years, but the car appears to be in good running condition and is well-documented.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

1MP6025492

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

SAA27

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Description Well-known to the Riley Imp Register; pre-war trials history; larger 12/4 engine fitted; plenty of performance in this historically significant and very smart Riley Chassis 6025492 left the Riley works on 1st December 1934 as one of around 120 Imps that were produced between 1934 and 1935.

The Riley Register lists its chassis number as being first registered ALJ 454, a Bournemouth-issued number.

The car is pictured competing in the Lawrence Cup Trial in the mid-1930s in Georgano's 'History of the Sportscar' after which it went to ground until discovered in Normack Garage in Long Eaton in 1955.

By this stage of its life it had lost its bodywork and engine, consisting of its original chassis, axles, steering, radiator and headlights.

It was acquired for £50 (a not inconsequential sum in those days) by a Mr Bance (receipt on file).

There are also photos on file of the rolling chassis - date unknown but certainly from the 1950s or early '60s.

It was rebuilt in the style o...

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£61,740

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£61,740

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£61,740

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