2023 |
London Auction 20231931 Bentley Eight Litre Folding Head Coupe
Coachwork by H.J. Mulliner
SOLD £787,500
Estimate
£825,000 - £1,250,000
Chassis
YX 5123
Engine
YX5124
Car Highlights
Offered from 45-Year Single Family Ownership
Beautiful Close-Coupled Open Coachwork by H.J. Mulliner
Extensive History Report by Dr. Clare Hay
Largely Unrestored; Retains Its Original Drivetrain and Bodywork According to Dr. Clare Hay Report
Fascinating Provenance and Period Documentation
Extraordinary Example of the Ultimate Vintage Bentley
Technical Specs
7,982 CC SOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Twin SU HO8 Carburetors
220 BHP at 3,500 RPM
4-Speed “F” Type Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Mechanical Drum Brakes
Front Solid Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs and Friction Shock Absorbers
Rear Live Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs and Hydraulic Shock Absorbers