Description
Lot 8
1950 Bentley Mk. V 4. 9 litre Special
Reg. no. 931 YUD
Chassis no. B154JO
Engine no. Unknown
For Sale: £31, 360 Ono
Originally a Mk. VI four-door saloon, this vehicle has been converted to a special by Alex Turner using a Harry Rose body. During this conversion, the engine was moved back and replaced with a B61, 4. 9 litre unit matched to a 2. 92:1 long ratio differential. The bulkhead was reduced by 4” in height, as was the radiator and cowling, to create the current ‘low-line’ design. In 2016 the vehicle was prepared for the tour of the North and South Islands of New Zealand, work included a brake and servo overhaul, uprated front suspension, and a full service of the carburettors and wiring, all carried out by P. Forte, Exeter. Since returning, the car has been in a private collection, where further upgrades have been carried out, namely a replacement radiator in aluminium, built to race specifications, replacement of the fuel pump with a facet high performance example etc. Our vendor tells us that these recent upgrades have improved performance and reliability. Many receipts are supplied, apart from those relating to the radiator and regulator. We are told that the original radiator is available F. O. C. if collected from the vendor. There is also a V5C in the file.
To be auctioned along with a fantastic selection of other vehicles on July 1st at our Showell Farm site, SN15 2NU with viewing on the 29th and 30th of June, you can also join us at our Nostalgia Social cars & coffee event on June 25th. Viewing is welcome prior to sale and all cars are sold as seen, condition reports can be requested on each lot by contacting us direct. Lots are not available to buy prior to auction. Fully illustrated catalogue is available on the Richard Edmonds Auction website. Bids can be made online, by telephone or live on site. All lots are subject to commission.
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