2023 |
Pebble Beach Auctions 20231958 Bentley S1 Continental Drophead Coupe
Coachwork by Park Ward Ltd.
Estimate
$1,600,000 - $2,000,000
Chassis
BC42LDJ
Engine
BC41D
Car Highlights
One of Just 31 Left-Hand-Drive S1 Continental Drophead Coupes
Late-Production Example with Desirable Features
The 1958 Amsterdam International Motor Show Car
Extensive Work Performed by Marque Experts
Documented by Copies of Original Build and Service Records
The Ultimate Mid-Century Open British Luxury Car
Technical Specs
4,887 CC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Twin SU HD6 Carburetors
Estimated 178 BHP
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
4-Wheel Power-Assisted Drum Brakes with Mechanical Servo
Front Independent Suspension with Coil Springs and Wishbones
Rear Semi-Elliptical Springs with Electrically Controlled Piston-Type Dampers
Saleroom Addendum
Please note that the provenance listed in the published catalogue incorrectly states that Arturo Keller owned this vehicle. Following Mr. Hersov's ownership, the vehicle was acquired by Alfredo Brener of Houston, Texas, who sold it to Richard Gorman before being acquired by Tim Montgomery and then the current owner.
