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£53,576
1936 Riley 2.5L Big Four Special Roadster
United States • 23 Oct 2024
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a custom-built 1936 Riley Special roadster with a boattail design, powered by a 2.5L inline-four engine and a four-speed manual transmission. It features a green alloy body, Brooklands-style windscreens, and bomber-style seats, having participated in vintage racing events and the Colorado Grand.
Condition
5
While the car has been driven in events and has some paint chips and blemishes, it's described as being well-maintained and presented by a dealer, suggesting it's in good running order. The description of the body and mechanics indicates that it is in above average condition for a vehicle of its age.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
26A3791
Odometer:
1,400 miles
Reg Number:
CLR 853
RHD/LHD:
RHD
TMU 2,443cc Inline-Four Dual SU Carburetors Four-Speed Manual Gearbox Alloy Bodywork Green Paint Bomber-Style Seats 16" Knock-Off Wire Wheels Cycle Fenders Leaf Springs w/Friction Dampers Drum Brakes Louvered Hood & Rocker Panels Brooklands-Style Windscreens Driver's Headrest Fairing Extra Seat Cushions
This custom Riley roadster was built several decades ago and rides on a frame sourced from a 1936 Adelphi saloon.
Following its completion, the car is said to have been driven in the 1,000-mile Colorado Grand several times between 1994 and 2000 as well as in various vintage racing events.
The alloy bodywork is finished in green and features a boattail design with a louvered hood and rocker panels, a driver’s headrest fairing, and cycle fenders.
Power comes from a 2,443cc inline-four paired with a four-speed manual transmission, and additional equipment includes dual SU carburetors, Brooklands-style windscreens, bomber-style seats, 16” wire wheels, and friction dampers.
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£53,576
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£56,461
Median Price (Since 2020)
£59,346
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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