2022 |
Amelia Island Auction 20221963 Bentley S3 Continental Saloon
Coachwork by James Young
SOLD $58,800
Estimate
$125,000 - $150,000| Without Reserve
Chassis
BC12XA
Engine
6ABC
Car Highlights
The Final Development of the S-Type Continental; One of 311 Examples Built
One of Only 18 Supplied with James Young ‘CV100’ Saloon Coachwork
Delivered New to Well-Known Bentley Connoisseur Sir Egbert Cadbury
Largely Original Condition with Long-Term Enthusiast Ownership
An Ideal Blend of Rare Custom Coachwork with Bentley’s Performance Chassis
Technical Specs
6,230 CC OHV V-8 Engine
Twin SU Carburetors
Estimated 220 BHP at 4,500 RPM
4-Speed Automatic GM Hydra-Matic Transmission
4-Wheel Servo-Assisted Drum Brakes
Front Independent-Wishbone Suspension with Coil Springs
Rear Live Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs