Description
Chassis No BC75BY is the forty-third of just seventy-one examples built to design number 7514 in right hand drive by H. J. Mulliner. The coachwork was constructed entirely of aluminium at their west London works, completed to order for each individual customer in the bespoke fashion that Bentley owners were accustomed to. This example was originally completed in April of 1961, finished in Capri blue (ICI 3103) with a blue (VM 3248) leather interior. It was supplied new by Truman and Co Ltd to Norman Field Investments Ltd of Nottingham and remained in the use of Mr Field until April of 1972 when it was sold to The Fenchurch Group in London. The following year it was acquired by Martin Sargeant of Sargeants of Goudhurst in Kent, the noted and long-standing Rolls-Royce and Bentley specialists. It remained with Mr Sargeant until 1980 when purchased by the fourth and current owner. During his forty-five-year ownership the car has been extensively restored to show standard with approximately £500, 000 spent on said works. The major mechanical works were carried out by Sargeants of Goudhurst, Alastair Scott Services and Mulsanne Motors. The cosmetic aspects were all completed by MCW Van Der Meij in Holland, to an exceptionally high standard, with the car being tastefully restored in its original colour combination. The works were all completed around five years ago, and the car has travelled less than 2, 000 miles since then, so its condition is still accurately descried superb in every respect. Chassis No BC75BY is not only exceptional in terms of its condition, but it is also an incredibly complete car. The extensive history file documents the cars life in detail, with many invoices, correspondence and photographs present through the decades. The file contains the original logbook and copy chassis cards. It comes with a FIVA pass and has complete tools which are stowed in the original H. J. Mulliner box in the boot. It also comes with its original handbook, supplemental model specific handbook and service facilities brochure, all still housed in the original brown paper file from 1961. This superb example of one of our favourite post-war models is ready to show at concours level, or just to be driven and enjoyed by its next fortunate owner. The striking and very attractive original colour scheme generates a great deal of positive attention from fellow motorists and passers-by; it’s an experience best enjoyed first hand.
The forty-third of just seventy-one examples built-in-right-hand drive by H. J. Mulliner
Restored to show condition
Still in its original colour scheme of Capri blue with a blue leather interior
Complete with original handbook and tools
Approximately £500, 000 spent on the car during its present ownership
Full ownership known from new to present day
An exceptional example in every respect which is ideal for concours and or touring
