Detail Info for: Bentley : Other Bentley T Series 1974 Bentley T1, Completely original, could compete in Preservation class

Transaction Info

Sold On:
09/14/2012
Price:
$ 14900.00
Condition:
Mileage:
60000
Location:
Delray Beach, FL, 33483
Seller Type:
Dealer

Vehicle Specification

Year Make Model:
1974 Bentley Other
Submodel Body Type:
Bentley T Series Saloon
Engine:
6.75 Liter
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
SBX18430
Vehicle Title:
Clear
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:

Vehicle Detail

This is a highly original 1974 Bentley T. These cars are extremely rare accounting for less than 10% of Silver Shadow series cars. This specific example, painted in Regency Bonze is believed to be its original paint. Although showing signs of fading and wear from age, there are no signs of a repaint. The interior is all original and is trimmed in Mustard Partex Savoy. Its shows little signs of wear. The seats, door panels, carpets, and headliner are all in amazingly excellent condition. The wood has typical wear for a 1974 Bentley that has not been redone. The Velour material IS original from Bentley. It was a no cost option and popular in Europe where this car was originally sold.SBX18430 is a very well documented motorcar. Included are all of the original books, tools, jack, lambswool rugs, foot rests, and keys. The owner’s manual is original filled out with the serial number, key number, color codes, and factory color names. The service book is stamped from the dealer that originally sold and serviced the car. In over 12 years of dealing with these cars, I have never seen a 1974 model year car with this type of original documentation. This German spec car, does have a MPH speedometer. In the service book is the documentation verifying the date and miles. This is a documented 60,000 mile car.We have spent a couple of hours examining this car and are amazed at how original it is. Most of the cars of this era have been redone, this one has not been. If you were to enter this car into a concourse in the preservation class, it would do extremely well if not win. It even has the original radio and cassette player.We purchased this car from an estate where the owner had passed away. It has sat in a garage for the past year. We do want to stress that service work need to be done for this car to be driven at any length. The work that is needed is a result of the car sitting. However, we did spend time in it. The engine runs beautifully smoothly. There is no exhaust smoke at all. All of the switches work. Including all of the windows, door locks, seat controls, fuel door release, lights, and radio antenna.In driving, the transmission shifts are so smooth they are almost undetectable. Should an owner want a car they can restore over time, this is a perfect example.These cars are extremely rare. A Bentley T is rare into itself. To find one that is as original as this one with Velour interior is almost unheard of.We invite interested enthusiasts to personally inspect this Bentley T. This is a rare opportunity to own a true well-preserved survivor. Please call or email us to arrange a personal showing.We show cars by appointment, please call Ken Baker at 561-866-1601 to arrange a showing. Inspections on any of our cars for sale and welcomed and encouraged.We now have financing and leasing available. Contact us for details as everyone’s situation and goals are different. We have one goal, to make it possible for you to drive the collectable car you desire!This is probably one of the most original and rare configuration Bentley T's to be found anywhere. Its ready for inspections and delivery. This car is offered as-is, in-person pre-purchase inspections at buyer's cost are encouraged. Please review payment & settlement terms before bidding. If you have question about this Bentley T please call Ken Baker at 561-866-1601 or email pedigreemotorcars@gmail.com. We encourage any potential buyer to see and inspect a car BEFORE bidding on it or committing to a purchase. We are happy to sell to international customers, however do not contact us for shipping quotes as we are not a shipping company. If you would like a shipping quote, please contact a shipper directly. All purchases through Pedigree Motorcars are subject to a $349 dealer administrative fee.    

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