Riley 9 Lynx. (1934-35)
Riley 9 Lynx (AFC176)
Photo courtesy of Nick Lloyd
The Lynx was essentially a topless Kestrel, sharing the same 'sports' engines, and other features. It was initially launched at the same time as the Kestrel, and sold well. For the 1934 season, the original 2 door model was replaced with a 4-door model, which more closely resembled the large Lynx models.
The 4-door 4-seater bodywork made it more practical than the many 2-seater sports that Riley built, while the cut aways in the front doors gave it a sporty look, resembling the Riley racing cars.
The 4-door 4-seater bodywork made it more practical than the many 2-seater sports that Riley built, while the cut aways in the front doors gave it a sporty look, resembling the Riley racing cars.
The Lynx remained a top seller through 1934, perhaps selling 600 or more. However, 1935 was by comparison a very poor year with only a handful of cars identified, although this may have been caused by an early demise as many 9 models were discontinued for 1936.
ENGINE | TRANSMISSION |
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9hp 4 cyl ohv
Bore 60.3 stroke 95.2 compression 5.2:1 Capacity 1087 cc 42bhp at 3600rpm Carburation Zenith |
4-speed gearbox.
Top gear ratio 5.2:1 |
SUSPENSION | |
| Semi-elliptic | |
STEERING | DIMENSIONS |
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Wheelbase 9' (aprx 2730mm)
Track 3'11" (aprx 1180mm) Length / width: various bodies Tyres 27x4.40 Weight 17cwt | |
BRAKES | |
1934 Riley 9 Lynx
OW4767 |
