Riley Monaco

The vehicle was auctioned by the renowned auction house Sotheby’s in 1993 and has been in private collection ownership ever since. It is currently stored in a collection. Sotheby’s described the vehicle as follows:

The Riley 9hp was introduced at the Olympia Motor Show in late 1926, although the prototype was first shown to the public earlier that summer at the Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb. The 9hp model was highly successful in motorsport and appeared in many different variants. The famous Freddie Dixon gained notoriety using this model.This remarkable example is equipped with a special production engine featuring high-compression pistons, reinforced valve springs, twin carburetors, and a Wilson pre-selector gearbox. Originally built as a demonstrator for the Riley Company, it later passed into the hands of George Firth. In 1939, it was raced in both the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Monte Carlo Rally, as well as numerous club events. The vehicle was also the subject of a feature article in Car Mechanics magazine in 1962.The aluminum bodywork includes a sunroof and is finished in black and cream, with classic spoked wheels. The interior has been partially restored, and the engine has been overhauled and preserved at the time. The vehicle is customs-cleared but is not roadworthy and does not have TÜV certification, as it is a rare exhibition piece.