Some call them streamliners and others call them teardroppers. These slick, rear-engined, home-built specials of the 1930s never fail to catch my eye. Now Geoff Hacker has forwarded me some information on yet another one – the Riley teardrop.

The motor is Model "A" set in the rear, using a Riley valve in head. Front and rear end assemblies, and steering assemblies are all standard Model "A". The brakes are hydraulic. the engine is cooled at high speed by forced draft, and by blower at low speeds.

The body and fenders are all aluminum. A Radio Sound system and 110 volt generator is also featured. Rear vision is by periscope and side view mirror. The car is painted a medium blue. the wheels and tires are by the Major-General Tire Co.

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