1956 BENTLEY S1

4,887cc. This lovely, matching numbers Bentley S1 saloon has been subject to a nut and bolt restoration which was completed around four years ago. The work included a repaint in its original Velvet green, a new lovely beige leather interior with contrasting piping, Thorn Herd headlining and carpets were fitted, restored walnut woodwork and all brightwork re-chromed. It was purchased by the vendor in 2020 at a cost of £60,000 and a further £38,000 has been spent with a specialist on mechanicals and other works since. It registers five owners from new.

The history file contains recent receipts plus earlier ones dating from 2015 to 2017, restoration photo album and copy original chassis cards. The mileage is recorded at 33,361.

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