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Riley 9 open 4-seater tourer at the Mid Surrey AC Barnstaple Trial, Beggars Roost, Devon, 1934
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Riley 9 open 4-seater tourer at the Mid Surrey AC Barnstaple Trial, Beggars Roost, Devon, 1934
Riley Nine Tourer 1928 1089 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. VM1558. Event Entry No: 80. Open 4-seat. Place: Mid-Surrey A.C. Barnstaple Trial. Date: 3/4.8.34
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Beggars Roost Climbing Devon Exmoor Off Road Rally Rally Driver Rallying Riley Riley 9 Trial Uphill Climb Bill Brunell Brunell Classic Car Metaphor Motor Sport Vintage Car Wj Brunell
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In this photograph taken in 1934, we see a classic Riley 9 open 4-seater tourer making its way up the challenging Beggars Roost hill during the Mid Surrey AC Barnstaple Trial. The vintage car, with registration number VM1558, exudes timeless elegance as it conquers the rugged terrain of Devon's countryside. Driven by the skilled rally driver Bill Brunell, this Riley Nine Tourer showcases both power and grace as it navigates through the picturesque landscape of Exmoor. The image captures a moment frozen in time, where man and machine unite to overcome nature's obstacles. The Mid Surrey Automobile Club Banstaple Trial was renowned for testing drivers' abilities on treacherous uphill climbs like Beggars Roost. This event attracted motoring enthusiasts from all over Britain who sought to prove their mettle behind the wheel. As we gaze upon this monochrome masterpiece, we are transported back to an era when cars were not just means of transportation but symbols of freedom and adventure. It serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with classic automobiles that have stood the test of time. This print is a testament to British engineering prowess and reflects an important chapter in motor sport history. Preserved within the archives of the National Motor Museum, it allows us to appreciate both the beauty and resilience embodied by these vintage vehicles.
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