Highlights

In current ownership for 28 years
Significant recent expenditure with marque specialists
MOT valid until 14th June 2027 with no advisories
Fitted with correct power steering
The vendor notes paintwork and chrome are in very good condition

The Appeal

The Bentley S1 Standard Steel Saloon is one of the defining luxury motorcars of the 1950s. Powered by a 4.9-litre straight-six paired with a smooth three-speed automatic transmission, the S1 was built for refined long-distance motoring in the finest British tradition.

This 1956 example has been in the hands of its current keeper since 1998, some 28 years of dedicated custodianship. Significant recent investment has been made with marque specialists to keep the car in good health, and it comes with a fresh MOT valid until June 2027. The vendor states that it is mechanically sound and runs and drives well. Externally, the paintwork and chrome are reported to be in very good order, while the interior leather, carpets and woodwork are said to present well as they look in the photographs.

This is an S1 that appears ready to be driven and enjoyed by its next custodian.

Key Information

Mileage: 75,000 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until June 2027 (exempt if desired)
Technical specs: 4,887cc straight-six, three-speed automatic
Paperwork: No specific documentation detailed by the vendor

The Detail

In the care of its current registered keeper since 1998
The vendor states the car is mechanically excellent, running and driving well
Handsome two-tone period scheme with complementary grey leather interior
Interior leather, carpets and woodwork all present well; slight staining to boot lining
Retains a period radio
Exceedingly good paint and chrome reported
The underside looks clean and well-protected; the car has been photographed on a ramp for your inspection
No MOT advisories

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