1960 Bentley S2 Standard Saloon

Bentley turned to V8 power as the sixties approached as a way of keeping up with its luxury rivals, especially in America. A radical change was on the cards in 1959 as Bentley felt their faithful straight-six engine was getting a bit 'long in the tooth' and in the search for a more modern power unit, they turned to the General Motors inspired 6,320cc all-aluminium V8. The new engine was an entirely new departure for Bentley and caused some consternation amongst traditional Bentley customers, however, in execution, their worries were short lived as the new power unit delivered more performance with unparalleled smoothness setting the standard for the rest of the century and ultimately the S2 set the benchmark for others to follow.

The extra power produced by the V8 enabled Bentley to expand the list of features available on the S2 and they included fully automatic transmission, power-assisted steering, electrically operated ride control, redesigned and more flexible air conditioning, electric rear window demisters, and press button window lifts.

Offered here is a charming 1960 Bentley S2 finished in the splendid combination of Champagne over Dark Brown. It was imported into Denmark in 1990 allegedly by a doctor living in Frederiksberg. It remains in its original configuration of right-hand drive preserving its value. The history file contains various documents. The engine was rebuilt in 1992 and its described as a good daily driver. Both manuals are present.

Both early sixties Bentley S2s and Rolls Royce Clouds have seen a steady increase in values over the last five years but still remain incredible value for money and exude a timeless style.