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Post by melsriley on Dec 13, 2021 20:45:08 GMT
Hi Everyone, I am hoping I am in the right place for some guidance. I have been left with my father's Riley, that when we purchased 'was' a complete vehicle. Long story short it is now apart as he was going to resto and now a "basket case" I need to sell. I do have the chassis number but can not for life of me figure the year of the vehicle to list for sale, it is becoming a dispute amongst family of the year(lol) (We are on the hunt for the ownership) The number is 38S|5338
By my google decoding skills it is a 1938 series car, with big 4, saloon....I think...help 
I do have pics of all parts, engine etc if anyone here would be interested.
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Post by Roger Holman on Dec 17, 2021 11:43:37 GMT
Where are you? It may be that a member close to you can help you to identify te car. As a start, do you believe it to be pre-war, or post-war? That would be a starting point.
The cahasis number you quote is a bit unclear, it could be 38S15338. Is this correct? This would tie it down pretty much exactly.
Be warned, this forum is not known for speedy communication. Take care. Roger |
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Post by melsriley on Jan 10, 2022 15:25:40 GMT
Thank you for the response.
I think you are correct about the serial number.
I have no idea if pre or post.
I am located in Windsor Ontario.
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Post by Roger Holman on Jan 14, 2022 15:31:28 GMT
Hi there.
As I said, this forum is not known for it's speedy reponses. Windsor Ontario is a bit off the beaten track for most of us, but I,m sure someone will turn up.
As far as I can tell, looking at John PriceWilliams book 'The Legendary RM's' if the chassis number on the car is 38S15338 I think it is a 1949 RMA, one of 1,498 built in that year, and one of only 408 of that model built in Coventry, the remaining 1,090 being built in Abingdon.
If you would like to e-mail me I might be able to point you in the direction of some more help.
Roger.
e-mail; rogeholman@gmail.com
mobile; 07702 136134
Narkurs, Cornwall, UK
Riley RMC.
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Post by melsriley on Jan 15, 2022 21:48:20 GMT
Thank you for your help.
This is helpful, my dad and I are originally from England (derby) hence his love for the Riley.
I will email you!
Cheers,
Mandy
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Post by Roger Holman on Jan 16, 2022 15:35:32 GMT
Hello Mandy.
I have information that there are at least two other Riley RM owners in Ontario, but as Ontario is a bit big that might not be very helpful!
Look forward to your e-mail.
Roger
rogeholman@gmail.com
07702 136134
Narkurs, Cornwall. UK
RMC DAG 900
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Post by melsriley on Apr 20, 2022 15:35:50 GMT
I have persevered!!
Ownership has been found, now I know I own a 1948 😁
Now…what to do with it/how to sell a basket case🤔
Thanks for the help
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ken
New Member
I would like to trace my old car, last seen in Bovey Tracey South Devon -- a 1.5 with Plate JLX16.
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Post by ken on Dec 20, 2022 22:15:42 GMT
Hi everyone, almost a year since your post date. Is the car still available ? I'm in Elliot Lake Ontario.
KennethJayFCF@gmail.com
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