Riley Imp (1934)Damien Linnane, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Riley Imp

1934 — UK

Pre-War (before 1946)British
Engine1,087 cc
DrivetrainRWD

Riley Imp

The Riley Imp was an ambitious attempt to bring Riley engineering to the small car market during the Depression era. Despite its diminutive size and economical engine, it retained Riley's high-camshaft design and superior build quality. However, its relatively high price compared to mass-market competitors limited sales. The model was short-lived but remains a fascinating footnote in Riley's history as the company's smallest production car.