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Highlights
- Handsome car in white suitable for private or commercial use
- One of the last of the ‘real Rileys’
- Professionally restored to a high standard in the mid-1980s
- Full engine overhaul with sparing use since
- Winner of 'Best in Show' at a classic car event in Sweden
- Extensive history file of ongoing work by Riley specialist
- Recently had a full clutch overhaul
The Appeal
The RMF was the last of a very particular type of post-war Riley cars. Blending traditional pre-war styling with an opulent leather and wood interior, beneath the hood was the firm’s ‘big four’ 2.5litre, For many the 1,000 or so RMFs built are the final ‘real Rileys.’
This car was one of the last to leave the works and is surely amongst the best of those remaining. Finished in fetching cream, it is an older restoration that exhibits light but characterful patina across the interior and exterior.
It has had a fascinating and well documented history, including time in Norway and Sweden - it was named Best in Show at an event in Sweden - with plenty of recent maintenance by a well regarded marque specialist. The buyer benefits from that work and will also receive a large quantity of spares too.
This car’s colour scheme makes it perfect for private use or more commercial pursuits. Whatever future awaits, we wish this lovely Riley well on the next stage of its long life.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in the UK on 29th September 1953
- Six recorded UK keepers
- Spent some years in Norway
- Winner of 'Best in Show' at a classic car event in Sweden
- Thick history file documenting restoration and maintenance
- Full engine overhaul in 1989
- Extensive documentation and invoices supporting maintenance and restoration
- Professionally checked over in 2023 with supporting invoices
- Recently had a full clutch overhaul
- Mileage not believed to be accurate due to past restoration
- Last MOT expired May 2021 with no advisories and 2,538 miles showing on test
- Now showing 3,238 miles
- Factory handbooks
- Previously painted black which was changed in September 2007
- Large quantity of spares included in sale
The Condition
- Older restoration in cream with very good overall condition
- Black vinyl roof in good condition
- Exterior fittings including chrome and lights in good order with light patina
- Bodywork presents well with no notable defects
- Paintwork appears in smart condition for its age
- There are some minor, small and localised points to note in photographs
- Interior looks in very good order, reflecting careful maintenance
- Cream and green interior with lovely gentle patina to seats and carpets
- Extensive wood veneers in good order exhibiting high quality factory finish
- Wheels and tyres are in fine fettle
- Controls, switches, and instrumentation function well
The Mechanics
- 2,443cc 4cyl Riley engine
- 4spd manual gearbox
- Thick history file of ongoing maintenance
- Brakes, steering, and suspension have been well-maintained
- Cooling system and exhaust system are in good working order
- Recent full clutch overhaul
- No reported running or driving issues
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