Description In 1920 Alfa Romeo’s then head designer, Merosi, began work on a new model for the company that would become known as the RL. It had a 3 litre, six cylinder, overhead valve engine with a four speed gearbox and live rear suspension – all of which put it at the forefront of design. Producing 56hp, it was a lively drive and became very popular resulting in Alfa selling a total of 2640 cars. In 1923 in light of the RL’s success, Alfa Romeo produced a smaller displacement model based on the RL – this was called the RM and was similar to its predecessor but powered by a 1944cc, four cylinder engine generating 40hp. Three different versions of the RM were offered for each year of production: the 1923 Normal, 1924 Sport and 1925 Unificato. For the Sport model they raised the compression ratio giving it higher power output of 44hp and a cruising speed of 56mph. A total of around 500 RMs were produced over the 3 years of manufacture, many of which were raced including the 1923 Coppa delle Alpi. This exceptionally rare RM Torpedo Tourer model has benefited from a thorough restoration by the current owner over a three year period, and is ready to be enjoyed once more. Finished in Alfa dark red with a green leather interior, and with a rebuilt engine and gearbox, this is a fine prospect for the vintage car enthusiast. The Alfa-Romeo is available with the wings which are currently not fitted, and is offered with Italian registration papers. Enquire Your name Email Telephone Message Type your message Join the COYS Connoisseur Club and receive monthly COYS newsletters, regular updates & exclusive member benefits. Next Lot »
Description In 1920 Alfa Romeo’s then head designer, Merosi, began work on a new model for the company that would become known as the RL. It had a 3 litre, six cylinder, overhead valve engine with a four speed gearbox and live rear suspension – all of which put it at the forefront of design. Producing 56hp, it was a lively drive and became very popular resulting in Alfa selling a total of 2640 cars. In 1923 in light of the RL’s success, Alfa Romeo produced a smaller displacement model based on the RL – this was called the RM and was similar to its predecessor but powered by a 1944cc, four cylinder engine generating 40hp. Three different versions of the RM were offered for each year of production: the 1923 Normal, 1924 Sport and 1925 Unificato. For the Sport model they raised the compression ratio giving it higher power output of 44hp and a cruising speed of 56mph. A total of around 500 RMs were produced over the 3 years of manufacture, many of which were raced including the 1923 Coppa delle Alpi. This exceptionally rare RM Torpedo Tourer model has benefited from a thorough restoration by the current owner over a three year period, and is ready to be enjoyed once more. Finished in Alfa dark red with a green leather interior, and with a rebuilt engine and gearbox, this is a fine prospect for the vintage car enthusiast. The Alfa-Romeo is available with the wings which are currently not fitted, and is offered with Italian registration papers. Enquire Your name Email Telephone Message Type your message Join the COYS Connoisseur Club and receive monthly COYS newsletters, regular updates & exclusive member benefits. Next Lot »
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