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£61,040

1929 Riley MPH Replica

United Kingdom • 8 May 2024

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1929 Riley Special is a unique, well-historied vehicle with 60 years of ownership, featuring a 16hp 2.5-litre engine and a lengthened chassis. It boasts an accurate MPH body replica, extensive VSCC racing history, and recent mechanical work, making it a vivid performer with looks to die for.

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Condition 

7

This Riley Special is a meticulously crafted replica with a well-documented history of upgrades and maintenance. Its 16hp 2.5-litre engine, custom chassis, and aluminum bodywork indicate a high level of care and attention to detail, further supported by recent mechanical work and a comprehensive file of documentation.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

606848

Odometer:

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Reg Number:

PN4632

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Description A well-historied Riley Special from 60-year ownership; 16hp 2.5-litre engine and four-speed Nuffield box; lengthened chassis for larger cockpit; accurate MPH body in aluminium with ash frame on a Mike Holden MPH chassis; well sorted, on-the-button and absolutely gorgeous! The more astute among you will be wondering how an MPH can date from 1929...

Well it all started as a humble Riley 9, coming into the current owner's hands as a typical 1929 Riley Nine Special in 1964 - 60 years ago.

In constant development ever since, by 1971 it was in the next phase of its existence.

Spiced up by fitting a pre-war 16hp 2 1/2 litre engine and Nuffield 16hp gearbox, it was extensively raced in VSCC competition when time would allow, its owner working overseas for long periods - always planning the next step in it's development upon his return.

An old-style V5 from 1996 on file shows its Nine chassis and 2,433cc engine.

The extra weight and significant power delivery proved a little to...

Points of note

£18,500

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£52,332

Median Price (Since 2020)

£75,197

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