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£10,125

1950 Riley RMD Drophead Coupe

United Kingdom • 29 Nov 2023

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This 1950 Riley RMD Drophead Coupe is a genuine example that has been extensively restored and upgraded. It features a Triumph straight-six engine, BMW 3-series disc brakes, and a 12-volt electrical system, making it suitable for modern roads, though the restoration has mellowed over 18 years.

Condition

6

The car has been extensively restored but the restoration has now mellowed. It presents well and has been cared for and enjoyed over the years. It has also had some upgrades to improve its performance.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

60D7570

Odometer:

1,700 miles

Reg Number:

638 UXR

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The RM Series cars were the last 'proper' Rileys.

The RMC and RMD were limited edition soft-tops, the latter offered more space following feedback from the RMC.

While the latter was a conventional two-door Drophead Coupe, the RMC was a two-door Roadster version of the RMB.

Finished in Blue and White, with a Red leather interior, prior to the current owner '638 UXR' had been in long-term ownership since 2007.

This particular RMD had been extensively restored by an enthusiast prior to 2007 after being laid up for some 20 years.

Whilst common for RM saloons to be modified to a Drophead, the vendor has documentation available that evidences this RMD as a genuine Drophead Coupe.

The subject of improvements the obvious addition has been a straight six 2.5 litre engine from a Triumph donor.

Offering more power and torque qualities, there is a four-speed manual with overdrive, offering quieter long-legged cruising.

Other upgrades include tubeless tyres on 16-inch steel rims, the brakes...