Lot Ended
Description
1934 Riley Nine Lynx Special
Chassis Number
6024130
Restored from the chassis up in 1983; from a
deceased estate; not used for about two years; wonderful
opportunity
In 1982, Riley Register and VSCC
member, Alan Routledge acquired the principal parts of a 1934 Riley Monaco
from Colin Readey of Anglesey. Included in the deal were a rolling chassis,
engine, gearbox, mudguards, bonnet, seats, lights and the fuel tank. Ten years
later, out of his garage emerged the Lynx Special that you see before
you.
During the ‘80s, a mountain of work was
done. A new wooden frame made using Lynx patterns was ordered, again from Readey
in Anglesey, although we think that he went out of business sometime during this
period which held up proceedings somewhat.
The
half-completed body was transported to Routledges’ native Cumbria to be
finished. The panelling was completed by restorer Frank Higgins and a new
windscreen made and fitted, original mudguards and bonnet refurbished and
much of the mechanicals were, we believe attended to by Routledge
himself.
The three files of invoices certainly
suggest this - many of course from well-respected Riley specialists, Blue
Diamond. The interior saw original refurbished leather front and rear seats
fitted, although sadly the front squabs now seem to be missing and cannot be
found.
The engine had considerable work
including a rebore and new pistons, the crankshaft was reground, bearings
re-metalled and oil pump re-conditioned. A new radiator core was fitted along
with stone guard and gearbox bearings reconditioned.
All electrics were
rewired with an additional isolator (we understand this was specifically fitted
so Alan could leave his beloved car on the side of Cumbrian roads while he went
on long fell walks!).
During the rebuild,
a logbook was applied for and it was issued with its original number EW
8079 in 1983. By the time all the above was completed, it had its first ‘modern’
successful MOT in 1992.
Make no mistake; this
Riley has been driven and used by its owner. Regularly being put through MOTs
and constantly used up until 2019, shortly before Alan sadly passed away. The
photograph album within the piles of paperwork show a car that has always been
enjoyed, whether on Cumbrian fell walking jaunts or proudly taking his daughters
to school prize giving days.
Unfortunately, the
body has suffered a little over the years, but only general wear and tear
(dented offside rear wing for example) and its recent time in hibernation
will mean that some light re-commissioning will be the order of the day. We have
not attempted to start the car since it has been on site, although can confirm
the engine turns.
This is a great opportunity
to purchase a sporting four-seater Riley at a sensible price and enjoy open top
touring at its best.
For more information –
contact toby.service@brightwells.com
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