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- 1954 Riley RME 1.5-Litre
1954 Riley RME 1.5-Litre
Lot Number: 533
1954 Riley RME 1.5-Litre
Elegant, post-war, four-door, 1.5-litre RME that's been part of the same family for over 50 years.
- Sold for: £6,975
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN
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BODY COLOUR
Taxi Black/Bottle Green -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
FBV 185
SUMMARY
Elegant, post-war, four-door, 1.5-litre RME that's been part of the same family for over 50 years.
DESCRIPTION
- Introduced in 1952, the RME was essentially an updated and improved version of the RMA and now featured a hydraulic braking system, revised body styling with a larger, curved rear window, full width bumpers and a revised rear axle ratio to improve acceleration
- Over 50 years current ownership. Travelling from Leicester to Blackburn in 1972 just to view this RME, they fell in love driving it back, touring North Wales just two days later
- After ten years on the road touring, the Riley was treated to a comprehensive restoration and has been used sparingly since covering less than 800 miles in the last ten years
- Powered by a twin-cam 1,496cc four-cylinder engine which has been reconditioned, coupled with a 4-speed gearbox
- Finished in Taxi Black over Bottle Green with a black fabric roof
- The tan leather interior appears original, displaying a level of patination that would be difficult to replicate and all the better for it
- Supplied with its original buff logbook, hand-written notes detailing work in current ownership, photos, invoices and tools
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 533
- Make
- RILEY
- Model
- RME 1.5
- Registration Number
- FBV 185
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- CRME22021
- Engine Number
- ERMA12181
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Taxi Black/Bottle Green
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Stacey Williams
- Car Specialist
- 07472 250306
- stacey@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Stacey.
CONTACTSCORE:
92 / 135
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The interior is believed to be original, the only thing known to have been replaced is the headlining and dash.
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About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 3rd June between 9am and 2pm.
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