Highlights
- Stylish and rare two-tone Pewter over Moorland Green paintwork
- Has led a cossetted life in the warm climate of Jersey
- Extensive maintenance file with work by well-regarded specialists
- Recent service, new alternator, voltage regulator, wiring repairs and trim work
The Appeal
For those with deep pockets for whom the Rolls-Royce grille was just a little too ‘outre’, there was the Bentley T1. Considered the ‘refined’ alternative to the Silver Shadow, it was the much rarer choice with only 1,703 being built during its long production run.
This 1975 example adds to the exclusivity with its attractive two-tone Pewter over Moorland Green paintwork, the colour split by a smart gold coachline. It was refreshed a few years ago and remains in good order. The same is true of the beige leather cabin, which is highly original and presents a light level of patina that suits this characterful saloon.
This car spent 20 years in the UK before moving to Jersey for a similar period. It returned to these shores in 2022.
A vast history file attests to the care and attention of its handful of keepers. Much of the work has been undertaken by names that will be familiar to marque aficionados. Recent work includes a service, new alternator, oil cooler, hoses, voltage regulator and attention to the wiring, Various trim parts have also been attended to.
This is a really lovely, handsome example of the rare T1.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 8th August 1975
- Nine registered keepers from new
- Originally UK registered and remained here for 20 years
- Then spent 20 years on Jersey
- Re-registered in UK 2.5 years ago according to seller
- 2 keys
- Good history file as shown in photos
- Original factory manuals, spare wheel, jack and tool kit
- Recent service including new alternator and voltage regulator
- Additional maintenance work summarised below
- Oil cooler and hoses replaced February 2023
- Various trim and electrical repairs December 2022 totalling £2,423
- Wiring work in February 2024
The Condition
- Factory correct two-tone Pewter over Moorland Green with gold pinstripe
- Paintwork was reportedly refreshed a few years ago
- Vendor reports that the paintwork remains very good but could benefit from some attention
- Bodywork presents well with well kept arches, sills and underside
- No structural underside issues notified by seller
- Body colour hub caps in good condition
- Chromework and grille in very good condition including front and rear bumpers
- Cream leather interior with wood veneers featuring inlays as shown
- Interior is well kept with only light wear to the original fittings
- Leather front seats show light creasing to bases but not unsightly
- Rear bench is very well kept for a 50 year old car
- Black leather dashboard presents well with no reported damage to top
- Wood veneers in good order with some light delamination and cracking to dashboard and centre console
- Leather headining and door cards present well
- Fitted with period radio cassette system as shown
- No reported faults with electrics, lighting or switchgear
- No dashboard warning lights notified
The Mechanics
- 6,750cc Bentley hand-built V8 engine
- Three-speed automatic transmission
- Recent service with new alternator and voltage regulator
- Further maintenance work detailed above
- Vendor rates the engine, transmission, and electrics as 'good'
- No reported running or driving issues
- Thick history file of work by well regarded specialists
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