Beschreibung
1953 Bentley MkVI Special, 4, 556 cc
This very authentic-looking Bentley Special could easily pass for the real McCoy. It was professionally converted from an R-Type saloon at the behest of noted Bentley owner, Dr Alan Denham by Ted Overton in 1991. It is believed to have been previously owned by an ex Lord Mayor of London. As is usual the engine was moved back ten inches to keep the balance of the car and the cruciform altered to accommodate the new engine mounts.
Finished in classic British Racing Green livery with matching bucket seating, able to accommodate the tallest drivers. Features an external handbrake, External fuel gauge on gas tank & Le Mans Filler, Leather bound road springs, Twin spots, Rear luggage box. Wind deflectors, Bentley instrumentation, Flashing indicators, Comes with Hood, fitted Tonneau cover and hood bag.
Mechanical upgrades include rear axle rebuilt to a 2. 92:1 ratio to aid relaxed cruising, 18" knock on Derby Bentley wire wheels with Blockley tyres.
The previous owner bought it in 2008 from Denham and during his tenure it has been used extensively to attend BDC meets, race meets, Continental jaunts and days out in the Dales.
It has been recently recommissioned with a new water pump, a brake overhaul and general fettling.
Comes with V5 logbook with Historic classification so MOT, Road Tax, ULEZ exempt and eligible for specialist insurance rates, receipts for the wheels/ tyres, MOT's from 2006 at 51, 814 miles through to 2012 at 53, 043 miles, currently it is 54, 811 miles, and other literature. Bentley toolkit.
Car is located in Lytham St Annes, Lancs. For more info on this immaculate car, call/ text John on the details below. Transport arranged at £1. 70 pr/ mile, one way only charged.
Marque Info
Although Rolls-Royce's acquisition of Bentley Motors in 1931 robbed the latter of its independence, it did at least ensure the survival of the Bentley name. Launched in 1933, the first of what would become known as the 'Derby Bentleys' continued the marque's sporting associations. The 'Silent Sportscar', as it was quickly dubbed, had few peers and as a tireless long-distance tourer, it combining traditional Rolls-Royce refinement with Bentley performance and handling.
The Mk VI was introduced in 1946 with a 4 1/ 4 litre engine, being upgraded to the 4 1/ 2 litre in 1951. The R Type replaced in in 1952 and ran though to 1955.
The chassis could have a body made by Bentley or be coachbuilt, by such firms as Mulliner and Park Ward, some 2323 were built.
