1955-1959 Bentley S1 Continental
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For 1955, Rolls-Royce introduced the more modern, flowing Silver Cloud saloon and Bentley’s version was the S-Type, first a saloon and then a Continental coupé and convertible. All had a revised version of the R-Ty...
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“An evolution of the R-Type Continental. In comes greater luxury and convenience, out goes the original ethic of lightness and aeronautical design. Some attractive convertibles and the four-door Flying Spur: now more Hollywood than high speed”
Information
Years built: | 1955-1959 |
Make: | Bentley |
Model: | S1 Continental |
Coachbuilder: | H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward, James Young |
Body: | Coachbuilt |
Engine Size: | 4887cc straight-six |
Bhp: | 175 |
0-60 secs: | 12.9 secs |
Top Speed Mph: | 120 mph |
Category: | Grand Touring |
Event Eligibility: | Marque Events | Pebble Beach Concours | Villa d'Este |
Did You Know?
As good as gold. To prove the attraction of left-hand drive, in 2014, $511,500 changed hands for a 1958 Bentley S1 Continental Coupé by Park Ward. It was at RM’s January Arizona sale a...
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