1936 Riley TT Sprite special recreation

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Step into the world of vintage motorsport history with this stunning Riley TT Sprite special recreation,

a meticulously crafted homage to the illustrious Riley brand.

Built on the original chassis of the Riley Special and enriched with an array of prewar components.

this car is a treasure for any classic car enthusiast or collector

Highlights

- Engine number: T1041
- Chassis number: 28AX7415- Racing specification Riley 12/4

Transmission

Close ratio gearbox with remote gear change (Restored by the renowned Steve Hughes.)

Braking and suspension

Front and rear 14" cast iron and steel ventilated brake drums ensure dependable stopping power. The front and rear spring systems, supported by Andre Hartford shock absorbers, promise an exhilarating ride and stability.

Authenticity at its finest

This recreation is celebrated in the Riley community for its exceptional accuracy, drawing inspiration from the original factory Riley TT Sprite. It stands as a perfect replica, flaunting several original factory competition parts including: front axle, hubs, racing steering box factory lightened rear axle and prop shaft. French instrumentation believed to be sourced from Riley's 1930's French agent, Eudel Iconic twin 1,375 bronze Tulip SU carburetors. Authentic headlights and site lights, also believed to originate from Eudel. A treasure trove of authentic components includes: refurbished magneto, dynamo, water pump lightweight magnesium racing sump and sub-sump classic racing style steering wheel and hand controls.

Newly installed features

This car isn't just a showcase of the past.
It boasts a slew of new components ensuring it's ready for both road and track. Freshly installed front and rear springs, clutch and full bushings, stunning 19" wire wheels wrapped in 5.50-19" Blockley tires with racing tubes. A stainless steel four branch exhaust provides that classic racing sound. Updated wiring and plumbing ensure reliability during your drives!

Road legal

This Riley TT Sprite special recreation is UK road legal and comes with a current registration document (V5C from the UK DVLA), allowing you to take it on the road and enjoy the thrill of classic motoring.

Extensive history

The car comes with an extensive history file, including a Sewell report as well as detailed documentation of the restoration. The file also contains a trove of correspondence from previous owners, providing valuable insights into the car's history.

FIVA Passport

The car is accompanied by an expired FIVA Passport with an A3 classification. Notably, there are substantial invoices from Gentry Restorations dating back to 2014, attesting to the investments made in restoring and maintaining the car to its current condition.