1935 Riley MPH

VIN: 44T2415

$880,000

Sold

Seller details

  • Auction

    Bonhams

  • Location

    Amelia Island, FL; US

  • Event date

    Mar 10, 2016

  • Lot

    174

Vehicle specs

  • Chassis/VIN

    44T2415

  • Body style

    Roadster

  • Transmission type

    Standard

  • Engine Type

    L6

  • Horsepower

    70

  • Induction

    2x1 bbl

  • Interior Color

    Beige

  • Exterior Color

    Tan

Vehicle details

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Equipment

RHD. 1726cc/70hp daul SU carb six, 4-speed pre-selector, silver painted wire wheels, Blockley tires, folding windshield, dual aeroscreens, radiator stoneguard Rotax headlights, preselector gearbox.

Condition

Delivered new to Jacob Waeny in Berne, Switzerland, powered by a 15/6 engine, perhaps from new. Bought by Bob Lutz in 1963 and restored for him in the 1970's, later restored again to its present condition. Disappointing old repaint with flaws and small chips. Aged but sound upholstery. Clean, orderly chassis showing limited use. Exceptionally pretty, low to the ground, with sweeping clamshell fenders and a sexy beetleback tail.

Market commentary

Probably the best Riley MPH out there, little changed from how it began life and carefully preserved by car guys who know cars like Bob Lutz and Willem van Huystee. It's just a choice car with beautiful classic coachwork. Over the high estimate? Not to worry, be happy for its quality and appearance. This is one exceptional ride.

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