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Asking price

£14,750

Private seller

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1951 Bristol 401

  • Right Hand Drive
  • 115,000 Miles
  • Petrol
  • 2000cc
  • 1951
  • MGU280
  • Green
  • Private seller
  • GB
    Stanley, United Kingdom

Description

Bristol 401 Restoration Project – Beautifully Restored – BMW Straight Six Powered

A rare opportunity to acquire a highly advanced Bristol 401 restoration project, restored to an exceptional standard and fitted with a reliable BMW straight-six engine for modern usability.

The chassis has been professionally restored and the body beautifully refinished in a stunning period-style light green, which suits the elegant Bristol lines perfectly. The quality of the restoration work completed so far is clear throughout the car.

The BMW engine conversion was chosen to create a more reliable and usable classic for regular driving and touring while preserving the unique character and style of the Bristol.

This was my late father’s passion project and sadly he passed away before he was able to complete it. Unfortunately, I am not in a position to finish the car myself, and I would very much like to see it go to someone who will appreciate the work already completed and take the project through to completion.

Highlights

* V5 present
* Dry stored
* Professionally restored chassis
* Exceptional paint and bodywork
* BMW straight-six engine fitted
* Rare and desirable Bristol 401
* Significant restoration work already completed
* Lots of parts included with the sale
* Viewing welcome

A genuinely unique opportunity to complete a beautifully restored and highly usable Bristol 401. Bristol 401 Restoration Project – Beautifully Restored – BMW Straight Six Powered

A rare opportunity to acquire a highly advanced Bristol 401 restoration project, restored to an exceptional standard and fitted with a reliable BMW straight-six engine for modern usability.

The chassis has been professionally restored and the body beautifully refinished in a stunning period-style light green, which suits the elegant Bristol lines perfectly. The quality of the restoration work completed so far is clear throughout the car.

The BMW engine conversion was chosen to create a more reliable and usable classic for regular driving and touring while preserving the unique character and style of the Bristol.

This was my late father’s passion project and sadly he passed away before he was able to complete it. Unfortunately, I am not in a position to finish the car myself, and I would very much like to see it go to someone who will appreciate the work already completed and take the project through to completion.

Highlights

* V5 present
* Dry stored
* Professionally restored chassis
* Exceptional paint and bodywork
* BMW straight-six engine fitted
* Rare and desirable Bristol 401
* Significant restoration work already completed
* Lots of parts included with the sale
* Viewing welcome

A genuinely unique opportunity to complete a beautifully restored and highly usable Bristol 401.


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Vehicle background

Has the vehicle ever been imported?

No

Is there any outstanding finance?

No

Has the vehicle ever been declared a total loss?

No

Has there ever been any major structural issues which needed work?

No

Private seller

1 listing since 2026

Vehicle location

Stanley, County Durham, United Kingdom
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Advert Details

Advert type:
For Sale
Category:
Classic Cars
Reference number:
C2075931
Listed on:
26/05/2026
Year:
1951
Colour:
Green
Seller type:
Private

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