Riley Sprite Sports Special
| Bezeichnung/description | Riley Sprite Sports Special |
| Jahrgang/year | 1936 |
| Kennzeichen/registration | CVX849 |
| Chassis-Basis/chassis base | Riley Adelphi |
| Chassisnummer/chassisnumber | 46A2596 |
| Chassisjahrgang/year chassis | 1936 |
| Motortyp/engine typ | Riley 15-6 |
| Motornummer/engine number |
n/a
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| Motorjahrgang/year engine | 1936 |
| Bodyhersteller/bodymanufacturer | n/a |
| Informationen/information | This wonderful re-creation of one of the rarest and most sought after of 1930s British sports cars is offered from the estate of a highly respected Riley collector, owner of an MPH, Sprite, etc. 'CVX 849' evokes the spirit of the successfully trialled cars of the mid-1930s and combines the best attributes of the Riley Sprite and MPH sports cars. Originally a short-chassis Adelphi 15-6 saloon registered in January 1936, it was acquired by the late owner in 1998 before being extensively restored over a period of two years, with most of the work being carried out by Allen Clear of West Chinnock, Somerset as evidenced by bills from him and various other specialists on file (inspection recommended). The rebuild included extensive works to the engine, including fitting a rev counter drive; overhauling the bronze-bodied carburettors; stripping, repairing and repainting the chassis; re-spraying the body and wings; re-trimming the interior in leather; making a new double duck hood; and much more besides. Noteworthy features include a chassis shortened to Sprite dimensions (8' 1½" wheelbase), standard six-cylinder engine, pre-selector gearbox, 15" rod-operated racing brakes with magnesium drums, plus a 15-gallon fuel tank. Cycle wings add a degree of practicality and precision to the driving experience. This car has competed in numerous events organised by the Vintage Sports Car Club, successfully completing the 2002 night-time Measham Rally, which was held in the Forest of Bowland. Its versatility as a fully-trimmed road car has been further demonstrated during VSCC tours of the East of England and Exmoor (see photograph). Accompanying paperwork consists of the aforementioned invoices, VSCC Eligibility Document, current MoT certificate and a V5 registration document. |
| Datum/date | 24.08.2015 |
