11th Mar, 2023 13:00
March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1965 Riley Elf MKII
*** NO RESERVE ***
Registration - CUO 97C
Chassis No. - RA252639921
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - TBC
This very tidy MKII Elf is finished in the pleasing combination of white over Florentine Blue. According to Vehicle Data Check it has remained in the current ownership since 2008, during which time it has seen service as a wedding car and been generally pampered. The last MOT was carried out in August 2015, by which time the little Riley had clocked up some 97,120 miles – since when it appears to have travelled only 441 more. The vendor informs us that the interior was renewed around six years ago, and he presently regards the 998cc A Series engine, four-speed manual gearbox, bodywork, paintwork and blue leather interior trim as all being in ‘good’ order. He is now selling ‘CUO 97C’ complete with Matsui radio/cassette player and such period-style adornments as chrome badge bar, headlight peaks, wing mirrors and wing-mounted telescopic radio aerial. A tempting alternative to a standard Mini and offered at No Reserve.
The Riley Elf and Wolseley Hornet were luxury versions of the standard Mini. They sported longer, slightly finned rear wings and larger boots. The front-end treatment incorporated each marque's traditional upright grille design, giving the cars a less utilitarian appearance than their deliberately basic sibling. They sported larger-diameter hubcaps, over-riders, leather-trimmed seats and wood-veneer dashboards - the full width version on the Riley being one of the main differentiators between it and the Wolseley. The Riley was the more expensive of the two - the dearest factory-built Mini of all. There were three versions of the Elf during its nine-year reign. The MKI was powered by the 848cc version of BMC’s ubiquitous A Series engine, while a single-carburettor version of the Mini Cooper's 998cc power unit was employed in the Mark II variant of 1963. In tune with upgrades on the standard Mini, Hydrolastic suspension was fitted from September 1964. Some 30,912 Elfs were produced all told.
In summary:
- A cleanly-presented and clearly pampered five-owner example
- Treated to a replacement interior just five years ago
- Being offered at No Reserve
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £4,725
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - CUO 97C
Chassis No. - RA252639921
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - TBC
This very tidy MKII Elf is finished in the pleasing combination of white over Florentine Blue. According to Vehicle Data Check it has remained in the current ownership since 2008, during which time it has seen service as a wedding car and been generally pampered. The last MOT was carried out in August 2015, by which time the little Riley had clocked up some 97,120 miles – since when it appears to have travelled only 441 more. The vendor informs us that the interior was renewed around six years ago, and he presently regards the 998cc A Series engine, four-speed manual gearbox, bodywork, paintwork and blue leather interior trim as all being in ‘good’ order. He is now selling ‘CUO 97C’ complete with Matsui radio/cassette player and such period-style adornments as chrome badge bar, headlight peaks, wing mirrors and wing-mounted telescopic radio aerial. A tempting alternative to a standard Mini and offered at No Reserve.
The Riley Elf and Wolseley Hornet were luxury versions of the standard Mini. They sported longer, slightly finned rear wings and larger boots. The front-end treatment incorporated each marque's traditional upright grille design, giving the cars a less utilitarian appearance than their deliberately basic sibling. They sported larger-diameter hubcaps, over-riders, leather-trimmed seats and wood-veneer dashboards - the full width version on the Riley being one of the main differentiators between it and the Wolseley. The Riley was the more expensive of the two - the dearest factory-built Mini of all. There were three versions of the Elf during its nine-year reign. The MKI was powered by the 848cc version of BMC’s ubiquitous A Series engine, while a single-carburettor version of the Mini Cooper's 998cc power unit was employed in the Mark II variant of 1963. In tune with upgrades on the standard Mini, Hydrolastic suspension was fitted from September 1964. Some 30,912 Elfs were produced all told.
In summary:
- A cleanly-presented and clearly pampered five-owner example
- Treated to a replacement interior just five years ago
- Being offered at No Reserve
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 11th Mar, 2023
Our March auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester). Mavericks, 8 Moyston Road Business Park, Llannerch-y-Môr, Holywell, CH8 9DQ
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday 10th March 2pm - 7pm
Saturday 11th March 9am - 1pm
Fill in the form below and one of our team will get in touch with a no-obligation valuation. We will also take you through the consignment and valuation process, to enable you to make an informed decision.
If you prefer to contact us directly please call 01606 828 124 or email info@hampsonauctions.com
