1977 Bentley T2
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Highlights
- Very early T2 and possible a launch car
- Exceptionally well-maintained condition
- Original Honey Gold paintwork with Chocolate brown interior
- Vast history file and original tools included
- Complete service history from new
- Previously owner for 40 years
The Appeal
The Bentley T2’s nassuming name tells you all you need to know about this Silver Shadow alternative. These rare cars were for those who leaned into a less ostentatious ethos.
Just 568 of these later, improved cars were built and this evocative Honey Gold example is likely one of the earliest. So early in fact that it may be one of the launch cars. It stands out further with its incredible condition, a testament to its recent owners, one of whom kept it for 40 years. A bulging history file and a recent fault-free trip from Geneva to London attest to the mechanical provenance.
This superb example is not to be confused with lesser examples. It is a find for classic car collectors and comes to market with long, advisory-free MOT.
History and Paperwork
- First registered on 20th June 1977
- This makes it a very early T2 and possibly one of the launch cars
- Seven registered keepers from new
- Current keeper acquired the car from the vendor four years ago
- In that time the car has covered only 1,500 miles
- Kept in the seller’s Geneva motor house alongside a collection of 1970s classics
- Driven by the vendor back from Geneva without fault
- Will be sold with a full service prior to sale
- Previously keeper retained the car for 40 years
- Vast history file including invoices, service stamps, MoT's and old tax discs
- Original small and large tools included
- Distinctive private plate has always been with car and is included in sale
- DVLA notes a colour change from Brown to Gold but this is likely an administration correction
- The car’s Honey Gold finish is believed to be original and is factory correct
- Long MOT to 19th February 2025 with 125,929 miles showing and no advisories
- Of course the car is MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt based on age
The Condition
- Original Honey Gold paintwork in excellent condition
- Beige leather interior in excellent condition
- Matching Wilton carpets in good condition
- Optional top roll & knee roll in dark brown leather
- Attractive veneers on the fascia and straight grain on the door cards
- Whitewall tyres and a Gold "B" flying mascot on the radiator grill
- Beautifully presented car with updated T2 aesthetics including colour coded bumpers
The Mechanics
- 6,750cc Bentley V8 engine on carburettors
- 3spd automatic gearbox
- Extensive history file verifying mileage and showing regular servicing
- Recent full service and thorough check over
- Recently completed a 2-day journey from Geneva to London without issues
- Covered only 1,500 miles in the past 4 years
- A/C servo has been fully overhauled by Bowling Eng Ltd recently and system is fully gased
- Vendor is a marque specialist and states the car runs very well
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✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is highly recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1977
- Make Bentley
- Model T2
- Colour Bronze
- Odometer 125,929 Miles
- Engine size 6750
Auction Details
- Seller Type Trade
- Town Battersea
- Location London
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
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bidders
- ke•••• £13,000 25/03/24
- wi•••• £12,750 25/03/24
- ke•••• £12,250 25/03/24
- ra•••• £12,000 23/03/24
- Ha•••• £10,000 19/03/24
- de•••• £6,500 18/03/24
- Pe•••• £5,000 18/03/24
- Fe•••• £4,500 18/03/24
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