1961 Bentley S2

Highlights

Judiciously maintained as part of the vendor’s wedding hire fleet
Extensive engine and gearbox rebuild by Harvey Walsh Ltd amounting to £24,322.40
Beautifully appointed interior

The Appeal

The first V8 Bentley, the S2 boasted significantly more performance than its straight-six-engined S1 predecessor. This signalled a return to form for the once-sporting firm and strong sales confirmed that Bentley customers still valued speed as highly as luxury.

This 1961 example has enjoyed a high standard of mechanical maintenance having formed part of the vendor’s large wedding hire fleet for many years. The engine and gearbox have been rebuilt by well-regarded specialists Harvey Walsh Ltd, ensuring this Bentley is in very good health. The interior is in fine order and weathering in nicely following a retrim in 2000.

Whether you’re also in the wedding hire business or simply want a fine sporting Bentley, this S2 would be a great addition to any collection.

The History and Paperwork

Exempt from road tax and MOT testing
In present ownership since 1989
DVLA records record just one former keeper
Accompanied by the aforementioned Harvey Walsh Ltd invoice for £24,322.40

The Condition

Fittingly for a wedding car, this S2 has been finished in white and equipped with whitewall tyres
This example features Bentley’s own bodywork which remains in good order for its age
Upon closer inspection, there are some bubbles in the paint and some slight corrosion around the lower bodywork
The doors appear to fit well and the panels still align nicely
Underneath, all presents well overall
The chromework presents particularly well as there’s no heavy pitting to the bumpers and grille
We notice a small dent in the rear bumper
Period-appropriate black and white number plates fitted
The interior underwent restoration work in 2000 and is still in very smart order
Ivory leather upholstery with black piping
The seats are lightly patinated but not heavily worn
The light beige lambswool carpets are a nice touch and in smart order
The wooden dashboard and door cappings present superbly
Original-looking and smart luggage compartment

The Mechanics

6.2-litre V8 engine
Four-speed automatic gearbox
The engine and gearbox underwent an extensive professional rebuild
All looks factory standard under the bonnet
We understand that the Bentley drives well and has performed admirably on numerous wedding days

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