| Date of manufacture: | 1952 |
| Production Years: | 1952 – 1955 |
| Produced: | 39,568 total |
| 10,504 RMEs | |
| Country of origin: | England |
| Manufacturer: | Riley |
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| Engine capacity: | 1489 cc |
| Power Output: | 62 hp = 46 kW |
| Top Speed: | 75 mph = 121 km/h |
| Price then: | £1339 |
The RME was an updated RMA. It still used the 1.5 L four and featured a fully-hydraulic braking system. The body had an enlarged
rear window with curved glass and from 1954 no running boards. To improve acceleration the rear axle ratio was changed from 4.89:1 to 5.125:1.
Pretty curves all over !
The production started in 1952, and it was replaced by the Riley One-Point-Five in 1955.
An RME tested by The Motor magazine in 1952 had a top speed of 75 mph (121 km/h) and could accelerate from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 29.5 seconds. A fuel consumption of 24.2 miles per imperial gallon (11.7 L/100 km; 20.2 mpg-US) was recorded. The test car cost £1339 including taxes.
Lovely curves behind, too !
Captain Joe gives a Grammy for the magic design of this car. Without a doubt it is nicer than the Mercedes 170, and one of the prettiest that the museum owns.