Lot 008: 1950/74 BENTLEY MK VI 6.25 LITRE SPECIAL ROADSTER

Finished in British Racing Green with matching leather upholstery and a black double-duck hood, this invigorating Bentley Special is described by the vendor as being in "good" condition with regard to its 6230cc V8 engine, three-speed automatic transmission, electrical equipment, interior trim, chassis, bodywork, paintwork and wheels / tyres. Choosing to date the car with reference to its Syd Lawrence bodywork (deemed to be the newest major component) rather than the 1950 donor chassis or running gear, the DVLA settled on 1974 as the year of manufacture when 'BDP 218' was re-registered in 1999. Reportedly a hoot to drive on the open road (and yet manageable around town thanks to its automatic gearbox and power-assisted steering), this scintillating Bentley is offered for sale with current MOT certificate valid until May 25th 2007 and road tax until May 2007.