Riley 9 Lynx. (1933)

1933 Riley 9 Lynx (GG8810)
Photo courtesy of Mike Overfield Collins

1933 Riley 9 Lynx (GG8810)
Photo courtesy of Mike Overfield Collins




The Lynx was essentially a topless Kestrel, sharing the same 'sports' engines, and other features. It was launched at the same time as the Kestrel, and sold well.

For the first season it was offered as a 2-door 4-seater, but subsequently the Lynx became a 4-door 4-seater sports tourer.

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  • Mike Overfield Collins' Lynx

    ENGINE

    TRANSMISSION

    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

    Wheelbase 9' (aprx 2730mm)
    Track 3'11" (aprx 1180mm)
    Length / width: various bodies
    Tyres 27x4.40
    Weight 17cwt

    BRAKES