£8,338 • £6,000 - £7,000
1954 Riley RME A charming 71-year-old British classic
United Kingdom • 6 Dec 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1954 Riley RME is a charming British classic that has been treated to a body-off restoration and benefits from a brake overhaul. It features a lovely original specification interior, Laycock overdrive, and a Delaney Gallay heater, making it a smartly presented example ready for the show season.
Condition
7
The car is described as being in overall solid condition with slight wear visible. It has been treated to a body off restoration in the early 2000s, which has held up well, showing no obvious signs of serious corrosion on the body. This suggests that it may require some minor reconditioning to bring it up to a higher standard.
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Manual
Transmission:
RMF22870
Chassis No:
Odometer:
92,675 miles
SKA 465
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
The Riley RME was introduced in 1952 as part of Riley’s post-war ‘RM’ series, which aimed to blend sporting performance with luxury and comfort.
Built by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) at the Riley works in Coventry, the RME was designed as a more refined alternative to the earlier RMA and RMB models.
Underneath its elegant coachbuilt body, the RME featured Riley’s famous 1.5-litre twin-cam engine, which offered smooth power delivery and a sporty edge, making it appealing to enthusiasts who wanted both style and performance.
The chassis was robust yet supple, with advanced suspension for the era, giving it a composed and enjoyable ride.
Production numbers were relatively low, and Rileys were hand-built to a high standard, which contributes to their rarity and collectability today.
The RME was marketed as a sophisticated, practical saloon with sporting credentials, bridging the gap between everyday usability and the thrill of driving a classic British sports saloon.
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Points of note
£1,000
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£6,588
Median Price (Since 2020)
£24,080
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jun 20 2019
Latest MOT Mileage
90,108 miles
Registration Date
1954-12-15
MOT History
Passed
On Jun 21 2018 with 90,108 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- very slight play and minor weeping from vehicle, as to be expected from a vehicle of this age
Passed
On Jan 26 2017 with 90,051 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed
On Sep 07 2013 with 89,376 miles
Passed
On Sep 29 2012 with 70,768 miles
Passed
On Oct 01 2011 with 89,306 miles
Passed
On Sep 25 2010 with 88,980 miles
Passed
On Sep 19 2009 with 88,671 miles
Passed
On Sep 13 2008 with 88,506 miles
Passed
On Sep 05 2007 with 88,295 miles
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