Absolute Classic Cars. 1954 Riley RME 1.5 litre, stunning British Classic Car.

One of just 3446 models produced we're delighted to offer this beautiful 1954 Riley RME. Finished in Green with Biscuit interior this stunning example has come from its first UK owner, with the owner having previously imported the car from South Africa, having bought the car himself from a long-term friend who had previously had the car fully restored during the mid 90's at a cost of R200,000 (the equivalent of ~£34k at todays exchange rate)!

A visual inspection of this 66 year old classic will leave most people speechless! Having been professional restored and with little mileage since the bodywork remains in fantastic condition, she has a deep lustrous shine with super clean body lines and panel gaps. The chromework and stainless-steel elements around the car are impeccable, just beautifully detailed and a glance at the Riley Kestrel emblem adorning the radiator grill is so highly detailed you almost expect the bird to take to flight! The coach lines are super crisp, every door opens and closes with the lightest of touches, the light lens all-round look almost 'as new' and its' truly evident that this RME has been treated with real care. 

Opening the 'suicide' door to the front or conventional opening rear doors, both hinged vertically on the 'B' pillar and your first thought is .. 'Quality' and without waxing lyrical, the quality is right up there, matching that of any Jaguar, Rolls of the time! Wonderfully restored, using only the best materials, the finest leathers, and despite being nearly 70 years old, the seats, wooden dash / door cappings, switch gear all look wonderful......it's understandable why the Riley company, in its younger years, suffered instability, the ethos of quality, quality, quality remained paramount versus that of any financial constraint! We simply love it and we're left agog that classic Rileys are yet to command the price of Rolls Royce Silver Dawn or Bentley R Type.

Since its import into the UK in 2016 the Riley has been used sparingly and as a result since joining our portfolio we've carried out an extensive programme of recommissioning with works including:

- Strip out fuel tank, clean all fuel lines, remove / clean fuel filter & pump, remove carb and rebuild, reinstall.
- Remove / adjust exhaust system
- Drain down cooling system. Fit new water-pump kit, replace thermostat, make new gaskets as required, refill system with correct anti-freeze mixture
- Check ignition system, strip down and replace parts as required.
- Drain oil, remove rocker cover and reset tappets. Full engine service, set static timing as per Riley manufacturers specification.
- Check gearbox and rear axle oil levels.
- Strip down steering / front suspension components. Adjust / replace steering components as required, replace bushes, track vehicle.
- Remove rear leaf-springs and replace spring-eye bushes.
- Complete strip down and overhaul of braking system, rebuild as necessary and bleed system
- Check electrics, lighting etc, repair as required.
- Place car on rolling road, run up to temperature and adjust mixture as required.

With over £2500 spent, we've carried out all the essential works required for the Riley to be on the road and enjoying the miles again. We're happy to say, without reservation, that it's an absolute delight to not only be a passenger but to actually enjoy driving this wonderful British classic, we love her and we know that once you have seen her you too, you will fall in love with this beautiful, luxurious and capable saloon.

See our website for further pictures, testimonials and how to buy. All our cars can be delivered UK wide in our fully enclosed trailer, European or Worldwide delivery, no problem, please contact us for further details.