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Description

Transmission: 4 gears, Manual gearbox
Drive: Rear wheel drive
Empty weight: 790 kg
GVW: 790 kg
Reference number: 0001583
Manufacturer: Classic Park Koppenhoefstraat 14 5283VK BOXTEL, NL 0411605000 http://www.classicpark.nl info@classicpark.nl

In 1935/36, the original TT Sprite was a racing car specifically built to compete in the Ulster TT, held annually on the Isle of Man, which is still famous for the thrilling motorcycle races on the same street circuit. The original Riley TT Sprite was based on a chassis similar to the 12/4 and equipped with the same 1,496 cc four-cylinder engine.

This Riley 12/4, chassis 22T1331, is a carefully crafted Riley TT Sprite replica that even the most discerning Riley enthusiasts will appreciate. The original 12/4 (9HP) chassis left the Riley factory fitted with a ‘Falcon’ sedan body. The car spent much of its life with various owners in Devon, UK. In November 1978, it was purchased by the Dutch classic car museum and dealer ‘Automuseum Bergeyk’ and exported to the Netherlands via Felixstowe customs. In the late 1990s, plans were made to create a Riley TT Sprite Special based on the 12/4 chassis.

Technical drawings were prepared for the body and chassis, including detailed plans for the dashboard, special suspension, gear lever, headlamp and fender brackets, and other unique components found on the racing car. The technical and design work was carried out by Dutchman Kees de Cock (chassis and mechanical components) and Englishman John Pitney (bodywork). The actual construction was carried out by Mr. J. Lensveld.

The file includes a complete photographic record of the build, starting with the blue ‘Falcon’ sedan, featuring images of all the people involved, the construction of wooden molds for the aluminum body, the fabrication of the bodywork, and the completion of the chassis and engine. With perfection in mind, the build took many years. The engine was built and tuned to the TT Sprite race specifications, and the gearbox is a robust, rare, original Riley ‘preselector’ unit.

The car was sold to a Dutch collector and registered for road use in April 2011. From that point, it was maintained by Classic Job. The current owner has cherished this Riley TT Sprite replica since July 2021.

This car is exceptional, not just for Riley enthusiasts, and is equally enjoyable on the road as well as in regularity rallies and touring events. With modifications to comply with current FIA regulations, the car can even be used in national and international historic races (for example, through the Dutch Vintage Sports Car Club in the Netherlands). The car is in excellent condition and drives impressively.

Classic Park's core activities are the purchase, sale and consignment sale of classic and exclusive cars. You will find us in Boxtel, which is located between Eindhoven and 's-Hertogenbosch (10 minutes by car north of Eindhoven and Eindhoven Airport). From Venlo (German border) it is an 80 km drive and Amsterdam Schiphol is 100 km away.
Classic Park has an average of 100 cars in stock, which are attractively displayed in the Classic Park museum in Boxtel.

The car described here is subject to price changes, (text) errors and changes in availability. For the full picture gallery and availability, visit our website www.classicpark.nl. We cannot guarantee the exact mileage of several classic cars. The counter readings stated by us, are displayed counter readings unless expressly otherwise stated. No indications have been provided with respect to the motor vehicle tax due, as tax regulations vary by country and/or region. Any reference to the motor vehicle tax or the rate indicated may therefore be inaccurate. No rights can be derived from this advertisement.

You are welcome to visit us. In order to provide you with the best possible service, we would like to make an appointment with you in advance.

Condition & Registration

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Mille Miglia eligible

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make: Riley
Model series: 12/4
Model name: 12/4 TT Sprite
First registration date: 03/1935
Year of manufacture: 1935
Mileage (read): 153 km
Chassis number: Not provided
Engine number: Not provided
Gearbox number: Not provided
Matching numbers: Not provided
Number of owners: Not provided

Technical details

Body style: Convertible (Roadster)
Power (kW/hp): 40/54
Cubic capacity (cm³): 1461
Cylinders: 4
Doors: 2
Steering: Left (LHD)
Gearbox: Manual
Gears: 4
Transmission: Not provided
Front brakes: Drum
Rear brakes: Drum
Fuel type: Petrol

Individual Configuration

Exterior color: White
Manufacturer color name: -

Interior color: Green
Interior material: Leather

Optional equipment

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1935 | Riley 12/4 TT Sprite