Highlights

Owned by the same family for seventeen years
Comprehensive annual servicing
Recent full engine rebuild with new pistons and cylinder head work
Inner sills replaced during recent years
New electronic ignition and recent brake system overhaul
Retrimmed seats and new carpet

The Appeal

Launched in 1946, the MK VI was to be the first post-war car from Bentley. As Britain was in the early stages of economic recovery, so it was recognised that even the well-to-do would likely lack the funds to engage a coachbuilder. Therefore the MK VI and it's Rolls-Royce sibling the Silver Dawn were the first cars to come from Crewe to feature all-steel coachwork.

This 1947 example stands out for its meticulous maintenance record during long-term current ownership, having been cherished and judiciously maintained by the same family for seventeen years.

The vendor tells us:

"The car has been stored in a dry garage through all our ownership, was used for occasional weddings and was serviced every year. Recent work included a full engine rebuild including new pistons and the head work included new valve stem oil seals etc , also a new clutch was fitted at this time.

"It drives extremely well with a smooth gear change and the engine pulls great. We have enjoyed this car for seventeen years and want it to go to a good home that it deserves."

The History and Paperwork

Voluntarily submitted for MOT testing on the 9th of August 2024, passing without issue
78,539 miles indicated
The vendor has owned the car since 2008
The car has been stored in a dry garage throughout current ownership
It was used for occasional weddings and has been serviced every year
The registration is not included in the sale

The Condition

Bodywork presents very well indeed, with few signs of wear considering its considerable age
We're assured that the underside is very solid; the inner and outer sills replaced about four years ago
Slight corrosion apparent to the steel wheels, but nothing noteworthy
very presentable chromework with light age-commensurate patina
Retrimmed seats and new carpet installed two years ago; all continue to look immensely smart
Gentle wear to the upholstery visible in the photographs
Slight delamination of the veneers in places
All original switchgear reportedly works as it should

The Mechanics

4.25-litre inline-six
Four-speed manual gearbox
Recent work included a full engine rebuild, including new pistons and head work with new valve stem oil seals
New electronic ignition and leads have been installed
The brake system received a complete overhaul in recent years
A new clutch was fitted at the time of the engine rebuild
The vendor assures us that the car drives well with a smooth gear change
We're informed that the engine pulls well and the car has a notable presence on the road

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