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Bentley 3 1/2 Litre Sedanca Coupe By H.J. Mulliner

1935 · Manual · British Racing Green

£150,000

Listed today at Vintage & Prestige, Northampton. Last checked today.

Key facts

Year: 1935
Registration: BXP 114
Gearbox: Manual
Engine: 3.5-litre straight-six
Fuel: Petrol
Drive: RWD
Body: Coupe
Colour: British Racing Green
Generation: Derby Bentley 3½ Litre (1933–1937)

About this car

This 1935 Derby Bentley 3½ Litre wears a sedanca coupe body by H.J. Mulliner, one of the more elegant coachbuilt forms of the pre-war "silent sports car". Chassis B203CW is registered BXP114 and is described as largely original, still with its original tool kit.

One family owned it for 50 years. Since then it has had a mechanical restoration, a repaint in British Racing Green and new green hides throughout. A Tim Payne overdrive has been fitted for relaxed high-speed touring. Recent work includes a new fuel tank, attention to the rear suspension and a complete rewire in period-correct colours.

The current long-term owner has toured it widely, including across Europe, twice on BDC Tours in Australia and on a trip in Borneo. It has won several concours awards, and the owner's wife took first prize among pre-war Bentleys at a rally in St. Moritz. The dealer notes the price has been accepted, and that the car was due to arrive at its showroom shortly.

Written by Vertar from Vintage & Prestige’s listing. Check the details with the dealer before you buy.

Performance

The maker’s official figures for this model, not measurements of this car (Rolls-Royce/Bentley Derby chassis specification (3669cc inline six, twin SU carbs). No power was published and weight/performance depended on the coachwork, so these are left blank.).

Engine: 3,669 cc, 6 cylinders
Engine position: Front-engined
Induction: Naturally aspirated