1951 Bentley Mk VI Mallalieu Barchetta Special

Lot Number: 119

1951 Bentley Mk VI Mallalieu Barchetta Special

A fine example of the well-engineered and widely respected, Bentley-based Mallalieu Specials fresh to market for the first time in 31 years.

  • Sold for: £28,688

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 25th March, 2023 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    British Racing Green

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    541 GDA

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    7855 Miles

SUMMARY

A fine example of the well-engineered and widely respected, Bentley-based Mallalieu Specials fresh to market for the first time in 31 years.

DESCRIPTION

  • Presented in remarkable condition with glorious BRG paintwork, beautiful magnolia piped-green leather upholstery and a perfect black hood
  • Offered from deceased estate, this handsome Bentley special was carefully selected by a knowledgeable motoring enthusiast to form part of his eclectic collection
  • There was no greater exponent of the art of special building using Bentley's Crewe-built chassis than the late Derry Mallalieu who, with the help of his wife, Penny, and the late AF Rivers Fletcher, built a number of bespoke Bentleys that were expertly constructed and well respected within the industry
  • This handsome MK VI fires up on-the-button and sounds very healthy having been lightly recommissioned prior to the sale
  • Accompanied by paperwork including the V5C showing Historic status, old registration papers, a wealth of old MOTs and various other documents

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
119
Make
BENTLEY
Model
MK VI SPECIAL
Registration Number
541 GDA
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
B10CF
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
British Racing Green

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Steven.

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SCORE:

105 / 135

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From deceased estate, appears lovely - Viewing recommended

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From deceased estate, appears lovely - Viewing recommended

Engine


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From deceased estate, appears well maintained, starts on-the-button and sounds healthy - Viewing recommended

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From deceased estate, appears well maintained - Viewing recommended

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From deceased estate, appears well maintained - Viewing recommended

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From deceased estate, appears well maintained - Viewing recommended

Vehicle History

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From deceased estate - Viewing recommended - May require a degree of recomissioning having formed part of a collection with little use


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

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