LOT 403
1950 Bentley Mark VI 4¼-Litre Special Registration no. KYU 777 Chassis no. K474FV
1950 Bentley Mark VI 4¼-Litre Special Registration no. KYU 777 Chassis no. K474FV
1950 Bentley Mark VI 4¼-Litre Special
Registration no. KYU 777
Chassis no. K474FV
Registration no. KYU 777
Chassis no. K474FV
MoT expiry date: exempt
*One of only a believed handful produced
*Built by the Wilkins brothers
*Present ownership since 2016
*Offered for re-commissioning
In the absence of anything remotely resembling its Vintage-era touring models from the post-war Bentley range, enthusiasts with a yen for stripped-down, wind-in-the-hair excitement had little choice but to opt for a conversion such as that offered here. This Bentley Mark VI Special was purchased by the current vendor at a UK auction in 2016 having belonged to the previous owner since 2011. The car is one of a believed handful (three or four) built by brothers Henry and Edward Wilkins, sons of the founder of the Servis washing machine company, Walter Wilkins. Henry owned a sizeable collection of mainly pre-war cars (Rolls-Royces and Bentleys among them) and the brothers also restored cars to help fund the collection's upkeep. It is understood that 'KYU 777' was built as a 21st birthday present for Edward's son Charles.
The Bentley has been off the road since the clutch burnt out and is offered in need of re-commissioning. The engine runs but the brakes are non-operational (the handbrake works). Finished in blue with black leather interior and blue carpets, the car features wind-up windows and a folding convertible hood, while the trunk incorporates a fitted tool kit and storage compartment. The car comes with a V5C document and is sold strictly as viewed, a straight forward decommissioning project ideal for the dark nights.
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Footnotes
Vendor Score Total: 66/100
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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well
EXTERIOR TOTAL: 17/25
Body Work: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
Glass: 4
Paint: 3
Wheels/Tyres: 3
INTERIOR TOTAL: 16/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 4
Seats: 4
Trim: 4
ENGINE TOTAL: 12/20
Mechanical components: 3
Running: 3
Starting: 3
Under Bonnet: 3
RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 12/20
Axles: 3
Brakes: 3
Gearbox/Clutch: 3
Suspension: 3
ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 6/10
Ancillary components: 3
Main components: 3
Car History File: 3/5
Saleroom notices
Please note the correct chassis number is B474FV Please click the link to view the walkaround video of this lot: click here
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