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1931 Star Little Comet | Brightwells | Auction Ends: Wed 24th Jun

From a deceased estate; restored in the late 1990s; on display as part of an impressive private collection of Wolverhampton-made machines for the last dozen years; extremely rare model in super condition Founded by the Lisle family of Wolverhampton in 1898, the Star Motor Company is largely forgotten today but was a major fo..
1935 Austin 10/4 Lichfield | Brightwells | Auction Ends: Wed 24th Jun

Just three owners in the last 58 years; restored in 1991 and carefully used since; only 2,700 miles on rebuilt engine; driven 50 miles to the sale; a super little Austin, ready to enjoy Austin’s best-selling car of the Thirties, the Austin 10/4 was launched in April 1932 and continued in production until 1947 with various up..
1932 Humber | Brightwells | Auction Ends: Wed 24th Jun

Barn find project, decorative garden ornament or effective shed filler; still fully UK registered as EV 5960; recovered by our vendor from a family who owned it since the 1960s Contact - toby.service@brightwells.com
1935 Riley 9 Imp | Reeman Dansie Auction | 20th Jun, 2026

Reg. no. BYK 947Chassis no. 6027447Maroon coachwork with burgundy hide upholsteryFitted with pre-selector gearboxLLong-term (60 year) ownership with Dick Cresswell and his late twin brother David. This very special Riley sports car is believed to be one of only approximately 120 built...
1925 Riley 11.9 side valve formal six light 'Chatsworth' saloon | Reeman Dansie Auction | 20th Jun, 2026

Reg. no. RP 925Chassis no. 3479Black and blue coachworkLong-term ownership with Dick Cresswell and his late twin brother David (48 years). This handsome formal saloon was acquired by the Cresswell twins in 1978. It retains its original buttoned leather upholstery, which has been carefully conse..
1929 Riley 9hp MK IV fabric Tourer | Reeman Dansie Auction | 20th Jun, 2026

Reg. no. UW 629Chassis no. 606983Red with black coachworkLong-term ownership with Dick Cresswell and his late twin brother David (believed over 60 years). We are informed that this attractive Riley was originally built with a Monaco saloon body, and in circa 1967/68 the Cresswell twins replaced..
1934 Riley Kestrel 14/6 saloon | Reeman Dansie Auction | 20th Jun, 2026

Reg. no. APP 166Chassis no. 44T1617Black with cream coachwork with burgundy hide upholsteryLong-term ownership (57 years) with Dick Cresswell and his late twin brother David. This very attractive and scarce Riley sports saloon with its 14hp 6 cylinder engine, four speed manual transmission with..
1927 Riley 11.9hp Special Tourer | Reeman Dansie Auction | 20th Jun, 2026

Reg. no. YF 5963Chassis no. 691585Grey coachwork with black wings and burgundy hide upholstery. This attractive and scarce tourer has original factory bodywork and, as a result, has perfect proportions and many delightful original vintage features. The Cresswell twins bought the car in 1992 (thirty-four..
1936 Riley 9 Merlin Saloon | Reeman Dansie Auction | 20th Jun, 2026

Reg. no. 694 YUBChassis no. 66M1917Subject to an extensive restoration costing in excess of £35,000 and has been maintained by Blue Diamond Riley Services for the last nine years. This beautiful Riley 9 Merlin saloon has a desirable sunroof and is probably one of the best examples available, having been..
1939 Riley 12hp Drophead Coupe | Reeman Dansie Auction | 20th Jun, 2026

Reg. no. BFN 559Chassis no. 29D8448. This scarce and attractive Riley convertible was purchased new on 18th July 1939 by Mrs Ethel Jones of The Manor House, St Stephen's, Canterbury, from West End Garage, Boughton and kept in her family ownership until about 25 years ago. It has a wonderful selection of original..