Description
1950 Bentley MkVI Roadster Special by Chelsea Workshop
A recognisably Bentley sports car - naturally in British Racing Green - that is comfortable and usable enough to enjoy on long-distance UK and European tours.
Converted in 2002 by Chelsea Workshop - with engineering by Bentley Donnington Sports - on MkVI running gear, this is a carefully wrought car that channels the ethos of pre-war cars.
The thick history file attests to the enthusiasm of its keepers - including a seven-page write-up by a 1960s owner - and includes £18, 000 of recent investment.
This Special is one of two built and has a level of provenance rare on these bespoke cars. This is one for the collector who appreciates quality but also enjoys using and enjoying classics with fellow enthusiasts on UK and European tours.
Original delivery receipt and specification dated 29th September 1950
Acquired by Chelsea Workshop in the 1990s as third keeper
Previously owned 2006-2016 by Rt Hon Maurice Robson
Previously a MkVI Standard Steel saloon in black with brown interior
Converted to green on 1st June 2002 when the Special was created
Chassis number B114HR
We are advised of recent receipts for £18, 000
Features in Vol II of Ray Roberts’ ‘Bentley Specials and Special Bentleys’
This notes the Chelsea work was undertaken by Peter Eatenton and I G Hawkins
Rebodied by Chelsea Workshop with re-engineering by Bentley Donnington Sports
History file includes old MOTs and raft of well organised invoices
Correspondence with Bentley Owners Club in file
Valuation certificate dated 7th September 2017 from Bentley Owners Club
£4, 900 spent with specialist in October 2017 on suspension repairs
Fuel tank replaced in May 2017
Last MOT expired 17th April 2019 with 8, 418miles and no advisories
3, 378 miles showing on 2009 test
What sets any Bentley Special apart is the coachbuilders' provenance and the craftsmen's attention to detail. This example, believed one of two built, scores on both points. It is a well proportioned and high quality tourer that neatly balances the aesthetics of the interwar cars with a more modern and comfortable touring sensibility.
Classically finished in British Racing Green with a tan interior, it remains in very good condition despite healthy use by recent keepers on European and UK tours. There are some lovely touches inside and out that merely dial up the appeal of this bespoke sports car.
4, 257cc straight six Bentley hand-crafted engine
4spd manual gearbox
£18, 000 recent investment across mechanicals
Thick history file showing regular work by specialists
Regular use for long distance UK and European tours without fault
Reported to be in very good running and driving condition
The big straight six at the heart of this Special imbues it with suitably appropriate sports car performance. The conversion was completed by Chelsea Workshop around 22 years ago
Make: Bentley
Model: MkVI
Registration: LRH 77
Year: 1950
Showing mileage of 13, 393
MOT: N/ A
V5: Present
Former Keepers: 8
Body Type: Sports
Engine Size: 4257CC
Doors: 2
Seats: 2
Exterior Colour: Green
Interior Colour: Tan
Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: Manual
Engine No: B72H
Chassis No: VIN ends 44HR
This vehicle is located near Pontyclun, South Wales CF72 from where it will need to be collected.
