{"product_id":"9781445688602","title":"Riley Cars 1896-1969","description":"\u003cp\u003e Author(s): Malpas, Rob \u003cbr\u003e Binding: Paperback, \u003cbr\u003e Date of Publication: 15\/01\/2019,\u003cbr\u003e Pagination: 96 pages, 190 Illustrations, unspecified,\u003cbr\u003e ISBN13\\EAN\\SKU: 9781445688602,\u003cbr\u003e Description: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRiley is one of the most famous British car manufacturers and this book covers the entire history of the company, from its early beginnings as a bicycle manufacturer to ownership by the British Motor Corporation (BMC). The author describes each of the Riley models during its long development, from the pre-1926 models, through the Riley 9 light sporting car, the straight-six models and the Specials to the BMC Rileys.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover the various engineering firsts  that  were  achieved  by  Riley, including engine innovations such as mechanically operated cylinder valves, and which helped Riley to become not only an established car manufacturer but also successful in rallies and on the racing circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHaving made its mark in the history of British car manufacturing, Riley suffered from badge engineering under BMC, losing its identity in Austin and Morris designs and also against MG and Wolseley. Despite this, it continues to be a treasured marque, now owned by BMW.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by superb colour photographs of all the Riley models, this book tells you all you need to know about this great British motoring name.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Griffin Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42045433118764,"sku":"9781445688602","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0379\/1365\/7388\/products\/9781445688602.jpg?v=1699090094","url":"https:\/\/www.griffinbooksonline.co.uk\/products\/9781445688602","provider":"Griffin Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}