1973 Bentley T1
Lot Number: 515
1973 Bentley T1
Superbly original throughout in a stylish colour combination, providing an air of purposeful gentility that only a green Bentley can deliver.
- Sold for: £15,833
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN
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BODY COLOUR
Larch Green -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
TPB 50M -
ODOMETER READING
86434 Miles
SUMMARY
Superbly original throughout in a stylish colour combination, providing an air of purposeful gentility that only a green Bentley can deliver.
DESCRIPTION
- Apart from its neater grille, hub caps, badging and dashboard, the T1 was identical to its Silver Shadow sibling but sold in far fewer numbers and tended to be bought by those customers who liked things a little understated
- Supplied new by Lex Mead, Weybridge to CE Pratt Esq. of Darien House, Virginia Water finished in Larch Green Metallic with tan hide and Light Fawn headlining
- A true gentleman’s carriage with a luxurious Connolly Hide interior, exquisite wood veneers, deep carpets and polished chrome
- Part of a private Collection in recent years and now fully recommissioned with a fresh MOT valid until 17/04/2025
- Accompanied by its original numbered handbook and book pack
- Pleasingly, the original registration number, TPB 50M, remains with the vehicle to this very day
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 515
- Make
- BENTLEY
- Model
- T1
- Variant
- Saloon
- Registration Number
- TPB 50M
- MOT Expiry
- 18/04/2025
- Chassis Number
- SBH10052
- Engine Number
- 16652
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Larch Green
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Charles Smalley
- Car Specialist
- 07421 007866
- charles@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.
CONTACTSCORE:
85 / 135
Exterior
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An original Bentley T1 in superb condition. We welcome and encourage your pre sale inspection to satisfy yourself that the vehicle meets your requirements and expectations
Interior
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An excellent and original interior We welcome and encourage your pre sale inspection to satisfy yourself that the vehicle meets your requirements and expectations
Engine
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Used regularly of late to ensure that the Bentley is driving well. We welcome and encourage your pre sale inspection to satisfy yourself that the vehicle meets your requirements and expectations
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Used regularly of late to ensure that the Bentley is driving well. We welcome and encourage your pre sale inspection to satisfy yourself that the vehicle meets your requirements and expectations
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Used regularly of late to ensure that the Bentley is driving well. We welcome and encourage your pre sale inspection to satisfy yourself that the vehicle meets your requirements and expectations
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Used regularly of late to ensure that the Bentley is driving well. We welcome and encourage your pre sale inspection to satisfy yourself that the vehicle meets your requirements and expectations
Vehicle History
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We welcome and encourage your pre sale inspection to satisfy yourself that the vehicle meets your requirements and expectations
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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