The Riley Elf based on the Mini was designed by BMC stylist Dick Burzi as the top of the range. The car with its extended boot and false radiator grille and extensive use of chrome gives an air of elegance. In the interior a full width burr walnut dashboard with glove boxes flanks the central speedometer, oil and water temperature gauges. Leather-cloth seating and thick carpets which also covered the door bins added to the luxury feel, a chrome plated gear lever completed the ambience along with the Riley badge on the horn push to remind you of the heritage. With all the extra features the performance suffered as it used the 848 cc engine, this would be addressed on the Mark II version.