2022 |
London Auction 20221932 Bentley Eight Litre Sports Saloon
From The Timeless Collection
Coachwork by H.J. Mulliner
SOLD £1,096,875
Estimate
£900,000 - £1,200,000
Chassis
YX5110
Engine
YX5110
Car Highlights
One of 100 Examples of the Eight Litre Chassis Built
The Final Model Produced Under W.O. Bentley
Excellent Provenance with Dedicated Owners and Collectors
Restored Under Ownership of Peter J. Agg
Retains Original Coachwork and Matching-Numbers Engine and Gearbox per Accompanying Factory Documentation
Offered with Rare Set of Original Tools
Technical Specs
7,983 CC SOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Three SU Carburetors
220 BHP at 3,300 RPM
4-Speed Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Mechanical Drum Brakes
Front Solid Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs and Friction Dampers
Rear Live Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs and Hydraulic Dampers