1930 Bentley Speed Six Sports Tourer
Coachwork by Vanden Plas
SOLD $2,095,000
Estimate
$1,750,000 - $2,250,000| Without Reserve
Chassis
LR2781
Engine
LR2787
Car Highlights
Exceptionally Rare, Original Fabric-Bodied Vanden Plas Speed Six
Never Publicly Offered for Sale, Has Led an Entirely Secluded Life
Matching-Numbers Engine, Gearbox, and Bodywork per Factory Records
The Zenith of Manufacturer and Coachbuilder
Considerable Potential for Touring or Show Events
Eligible for Vintage Bentley Tours Around the World
Technical Specs
6,597 CC SOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Twin SU Carburetors
180 BHP at 3,500 RPM
4-Speed Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Mechanical Drum Brakes
Front Solid Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
Rear Live Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
Saleroom Addendum
Please note that this vehicle is equipped with an uprated triple SU carburetor setup, and not twin SU carburetors as stated in the published catalogue. Please also note that this vehicle is titled by its engine number.
