Riley - RMB 2.5 Saloon - 1952

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Riley RMB 2.5 Saloon, a 1952 model located in the Netherlands, with 81,244 miles, manual transmission, petrol engine, black colour, 100 hp, chassis RMB 62S 9453, engine RMB2/207, 2443 cc, registration with Dutch plates, and CoC: No.

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GENERAL

For sale: a Riley RMB 2.5 Saloon from 1952, with the most recent Swiss owner. This iconic British classic combines timeless elegance, a refined driving feel and a characteristic British design.

The Riley RMB 2.5 Saloon is a stylish and exclusive classic car, ideal for lovers of historic British vehicles.

BODYWORK & PAINT

The bodywork is in excellent condition and reflects the owner’s care over the years. The classic lines of the Riley RMB are timeless and elegant.

Body: straight and true, with no visible dents or rust
Paintwork: glossy and well maintained, fitting for a 1952 car
Rust & welding: no rust
Chrome & trim: glossy and intact
Rubber seals, windows & roof: in good condition, all windows function correctly
The exterior of the Riley RMB exudes classic British elegance and has been carefully maintained.

MECHANICAL

This Riley RMB 2.5 Saloon is in very good mechanical condition. The engine runs smoothly and reliably, the transmission shifts well and the suspension provides a comfortable driving feel suitable for a classic car.

Technical condition:

Engine: stable and original
Gearbox: shifts smoothly and correctly
Brakes: functional and responsive
Suspension: comfortable, no play or rattles
Thanks to this maintenance, the car is mechanically in excellent condition and ready to drive.

INTERIOR

The interior of the Riley RMB combines classic British style and comfort: original upholstery, neat finish and fully functional accessories.

Upholstery: original, no visible wear
Dashboard & gauges: intact and functional
Seats & controls: comfortable and working correctly
Carpeting & finish: matching the original interior

The interior exudes authenticity and classic elegance.

DOCUMENTS

The Riley RMB Saloon is delivered with:
Possible original papers

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Riley RMB Saloon is an iconic British classic from the early 1950s. This example combines:

Original condition
Excellent bodywork, paint and mechanical function
Authentic interior
Ready to drive, suitable for classic events or as part of an exclusive collection

In summary:

Riley RMB Saloon – year of manufacture 1952
Last owner Switzerland
Excellent body and paint condition
Technically in top condition, engine and brakes reliable
Authentic interior and fully functional
Ready to drive immediately

GENERAL

For sale: a Riley RMB 2.5 Saloon from 1952, with the most recent Swiss owner. This iconic British classic combines timeless elegance, a refined driving feel and a characteristic British design.

The Riley RMB 2.5 Saloon is a stylish and exclusive classic car, ideal for lovers of historic British vehicles.

BODYWORK & PAINT

The bodywork is in excellent condition and reflects the owner’s care over the years. The classic lines of the Riley RMB are timeless and elegant.

Body: straight and true, with no visible dents or rust
Paintwork: glossy and well maintained, fitting for a 1952 car
Rust & welding: no rust
Chrome & trim: glossy and intact
Rubber seals, windows & roof: in good condition, all windows function correctly
The exterior of the Riley RMB exudes classic British elegance and has been carefully maintained.

MECHANICAL

This Riley RMB 2.5 Saloon is in very good mechanical condition. The engine runs smoothly and reliably, the transmission shifts well and the suspension provides a comfortable driving feel suitable for a classic car.

Technical condition:

Engine: stable and original
Gearbox: shifts smoothly and correctly
Brakes: functional and responsive
Suspension: comfortable, no play or rattles
Thanks to this maintenance, the car is mechanically in excellent condition and ready to drive.

INTERIOR

The interior of the Riley RMB combines classic British style and comfort: original upholstery, neat finish and fully functional accessories.

Upholstery: original, no visible wear
Dashboard & gauges: intact and functional
Seats & controls: comfortable and working correctly
Carpeting & finish: matching the original interior

The interior exudes authenticity and classic elegance.

DOCUMENTS

The Riley RMB Saloon is delivered with:
Possible original papers

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Riley RMB Saloon is an iconic British classic from the early 1950s. This example combines:

Original condition
Excellent bodywork, paint and mechanical function
Authentic interior
Ready to drive, suitable for classic events or as part of an exclusive collection

In summary:

Riley RMB Saloon – year of manufacture 1952
Last owner Switzerland
Excellent body and paint condition
Technically in top condition, engine and brakes reliable
Authentic interior and fully functional
Ready to drive immediately

Details

Brand
Riley
Model type
RMB 2.5 Saloon
Year
1952
Located in
Netherlands
Mileage reading
81244 mi
Registration papers
with Dutch registration
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Black
Horse power
100
Cubic capacity
2443
Matching numbers
Unknown
Matching colours
Unknown
Service book/history
No
Valid MOT
No
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
Engine number
RMB2/207
Chassis number
RMB 62S 9453
Condition (Paint & body)
Good: may require conventional body and paintwork. May require replacement of parts
Condition (Interior)
Good: shows signs of normal wear and usage. May require repair or replacement of parts
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Good: frame/structure shows minor signs of surface rust, signs of usage/wear, may require some attention
Condition (Mechanical)
Good: mechanically sound. May require maintenance and repair
Condition (Overall)
Good condition: visible signs of wear and general ageing

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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.

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