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£10,700

SOLD

1966 Riley Elf MK2

Highlights

Only 30,278 miles from new
Huge history file covering several box files
Over £30,000 spent on restoration
Long MOT to February 2025
Unique registration number included: 848 ELF

The Appeal

The Riley Elf was a simple yet clever idea. A luxurious take on the Mini with very different styling, including a decent sized boot. The Mk2 got a detuned version of the Cooper 998cc engine and improved brakes.

Today the Elf is a distinctive and very usable alternative to a classic Mini. This one is quite a find, a very low mileage example that comes with £30,000 of maintenance including a photographic restoration. The interior has also been professionally retrimmed.

Running and driving very well and with the reassurance of a long, advisory-free MOT, this is a fantastic example of a very stylish little car.

History and Paperwork

First UK registered 8th March 1966
Mk2 car and one of the last of those built
14 registered keepers
Comprehensive history file stored in several box files and folders
Total mileage of 30,278 miles
Over £30,000 spent on restoration
Unique registration number: 848 ELF
Original registration supplied with car on retention so can be easily returned by buyer
Photographic record of restoration
MOT to 6th February 2025 with only two minor advisories

The Condition

High quality older restoration in smart grey colour scheme
Remains in excellent order thanks to sparing and careful use
Chromework is similarly well kept
No visible corrosion to bodywork or underside and confirmed by MOT
Lovely red vinyl interior in excellent and very original condition
Veneer dashboard presents well with clear, original dials inset
Re-trimmed with a new Newton Commercials interior a few years ago
Retains its Mk2 features including sliding windows

The Mechanics

Cooper-derived 998cc A-Series engine developing 38bhp
4spd manual gearbox
All mechanical parts work as they should
Huge history file as shown in photographs
Smooth transmission and strong engine

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Vehicle specification

Year 1966
Make Riley
Model Elf
Colour Grey
Odometer 30,280 Miles
Engine size 998

Listing Details

Seller type Trade
Town Uckfield
Location Sussex
Country United Kingdom

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