Riley 4/68
The most luxurious and powerful of the BMC 'Farina' quintet.
- Power
- 64 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 18.8 s
- Top speed
- 88 mph
- Est. value
- $5k–$15k
About the Riley 4/68
The Riley 4/68 was the final and most upscale member of the BMC 'Farina' family, sharing its Pinin Farina-styled body with siblings from Austin, Morris, MG, and Wolseley. It distinguished itself with a traditional Riley upright grille, a more comprehensive walnut-veneered dashboard featuring a tachometer, and a twin-carburettor B-Series engine shared with the MG Magnette Mk III. While it offered more luxury than the Austin A55, its narrow track and high centre of gravity led to criticisms of its handling, which were only addressed in the later 4/72. Today, it is a rare and charming alternative to more common 1960s British saloons, prized for its period-correct interior and badge prestige.
Riley 4/68 specs
The Riley 4/68 produces 64 bhp (48 kW) and 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 18.8 seconds and has a top speed of 88 mph (142 km/h).
| Make | Riley |
|---|---|
| Model | 4/68 |
| Trim | 1.5 |
| Years | 1959–1961 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 10,940 built |
| Engine | 1.5-litre twin-carburettor inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,489 cc (1.5 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 64 bhp (48 kW) at 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 18.8 s |
| Top speed | 88 mph (142 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,137 kg (2,507 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 56 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Riley 4/68 worth?
A typical Riley 4/68 is estimated to be worth $5,000 – $15,000 (about £3,700 – £11,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Riley 4/68 rarity in CarSpot
The Riley 4/68 is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 45 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Riley 4/68 fun facts
- The 4/68 was the only one of the five BMC Farina saloons to be fitted with a rev counter as standard equipment.
- Despite its sporting Riley badge, the 4/68 was actually slower than the smaller, lighter Riley One-Point-Five which remained in production alongside it.
- The model name '4/68' followed Riley's naming convention where '4' stood for the number of cylinders and '68' for the brake horsepower (though it was officially rated at 64 bhp).