26th Jun, 2021 12:00
Online Auction of Classic Cars, Motorbikes, Registrations & Automobilia
1931 Riley 14/6 Alpine Sports Saloon
Registration - VV 744
Chassis No. - 14L034
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 8,814
This splendid-looking (immediately) post-vintage Alpine features the very desirable half-panelled Weymann bodywork. It is among few survivors and even fewer that are currently roadworthy. For many years it was lovingly owned by the former secretary of the Riley Register, the late John Tew. A Riley aficionado and six-cylinder expert, he recovered the car from a blacksmith’s yard in Northampton during the 1980s. A comprehensive restoration ensued, that involved a bevy of experts over several years and was ultimately completed by his son-in-law. The coachwork refurbishment was carried out by Ron Laws of Nottingham, and the vendor informs us it ‘has held up very well indeed’. The correct L-Type six-cylinder engine was over-bored to 1723cc and drives through a correct ‘Silent 3rd’ manual gearbox to a 5.22:1 rear axle. Apparently all the instruments and electrical components are equally period correct, from the Rotax head and side lamps to the Rotax F-Type cut-out.
The Alpine is finished in black and white, is trimmed in blue leatherette and rides on blue-painted wire wheels. The vendor acquired it in September 2014, since when he’s contributed 2,500 miles of the post restoration total of 8,814, and has found the Riley to be ‘a pleasure to drive and very reliable’. He presently considers the coachwork, interior trim, engine and transmission to all be in ‘excellent’ condition and the paintwork to be ‘good’. He informs us that the 14/6 has been ‘regularly maintained during his tenure, and there are currently no known faults’. He is now offering this very handsome period motorcar for sale complete with large sunroof, opening windscreen, electric fan conversion, and a history file that includes photos of the restoration.
In summary:
- The subject of a comprehensive earlier restoration
- Only 8,814 miles accrued since the refurbishment
- Features the desirable half-panelled Weymann bodywork
Location of Vehicle - Gedling, Burton Joyce
'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.
Estimated at £30,000 - £35,000Registration - VV 744
Chassis No. - 14L034
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 8,814
This splendid-looking (immediately) post-vintage Alpine features the very desirable half-panelled Weymann bodywork. It is among few survivors and even fewer that are currently roadworthy. For many years it was lovingly owned by the former secretary of the Riley Register, the late John Tew. A Riley aficionado and six-cylinder expert, he recovered the car from a blacksmith’s yard in Northampton during the 1980s. A comprehensive restoration ensued, that involved a bevy of experts over several years and was ultimately completed by his son-in-law. The coachwork refurbishment was carried out by Ron Laws of Nottingham, and the vendor informs us it ‘has held up very well indeed’. The correct L-Type six-cylinder engine was over-bored to 1723cc and drives through a correct ‘Silent 3rd’ manual gearbox to a 5.22:1 rear axle. Apparently all the instruments and electrical components are equally period correct, from the Rotax head and side lamps to the Rotax F-Type cut-out.
The Alpine is finished in black and white, is trimmed in blue leatherette and rides on blue-painted wire wheels. The vendor acquired it in September 2014, since when he’s contributed 2,500 miles of the post restoration total of 8,814, and has found the Riley to be ‘a pleasure to drive and very reliable’. He presently considers the coachwork, interior trim, engine and transmission to all be in ‘excellent’ condition and the paintwork to be ‘good’. He informs us that the 14/6 has been ‘regularly maintained during his tenure, and there are currently no known faults’. He is now offering this very handsome period motorcar for sale complete with large sunroof, opening windscreen, electric fan conversion, and a history file that includes photos of the restoration.
In summary:
- The subject of a comprehensive earlier restoration
- Only 8,814 miles accrued since the refurbishment
- Features the desirable half-panelled Weymann bodywork
Location of Vehicle - Gedling, Burton Joyce
'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: Online Auction of Classic Cars, Motorbikes, Registrations & Automobilia, 26th Jun, 2021
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