1948 Bentley MkVI Mulliner Lightweight Aluminium Saloon

Lot: 176

Sold for (£): 24,667

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Offered for sale is a 4.5L 1948 Bentley MkVI Mulliner Alluminium Body manual that has been with the current owner for the last 5 years. Coming with a partial history file, this lot's condition scores 81 / 135.

Classic Car Auctions says:

One of only 125 lightweight MkVI saloons produced by HJ Mulliner...

Chassis #B458EY is one of the Aluminium Coachbuilt Mk VI six-light sports saloons built to Design No 7059/C by H.J.Mulliner in Chiswick
Just four former keepers and the indicated mileage of 69,815 would seem to be correct
Restored over 22 years by its former keeper. Cherished by our vendor for the last three years
Delightfully presented in Black over Royal Garnet and in lovely overall condition
Classic MkVI interior recently retrimmed by the previous owner to his personal taste
Good history file with Bentley Build Records, factory correspondence, invoices and past MoTs
NB. The Cherished Number -EVH 10- is included in the sale

Lot Details

Registration:	EVH 10	RHD/LHD:	Right Hand Drive
Year:	1948	Engine size:	4.5L
Make:	Bentley	Odometer reading (miles):	69815
Model:	MkVI Mulliner Alluminium Body	MOT expiry:
Warranted:	No	Chassis number:	B458EY

Vendor Condition Report

Overall:

81 / 135

Exterior

Bodywork:		Glass:
Paint:		Chrome:
Trim:

Remarks

The coachwork and paintwork are beautiful as is all the chromework.

Interior

Door-cards:		Carpets:
Seating:		Headlining:
Dashboard:		Boot:

Remarks

The interior is fine having been recently retrimmed and the dashboard veneers are excellent.

Engine

Components:		Starting:
Appearance:		Running:

Remarks

The car runs and drives just as one would expect with a quite engine and smooth manual gearbox.

Transmission

Gears:		Drive-shaft:
Clutch:

Running Gear

Axles:		Chassis:
Suspension:		Bearings:
Brakes:		Wheels/Tyres:

Remarks

The car also comes with original tool kit in place, a rare find these days as well as complete set of Jack, Whheel Brace and Pump etc.

Electrics

Minor:

Major:

Remarks

Has original Radio supplied

Vehicle History

Remarks

These very special all-aluminium 'Lightweight' Saloons were offered by H.J. Mulliner to those wanting something sleeker and more stylish than Bentley's Standard Steel Saloon. A significant premium reinforced the idea that these Lightweights were only reserved for Bentley's most discerning customers, with a price tag of £5105 versus the £3674 for the Standard Steel Saloon.

About the Condition Report

A lot's condition report is compiled based on information provided to CCA by the vendor of the lot. CCA has no access to lots prior to a sale but does review its condition on the day of the sale. CCA strongly recommends viewing a lot prior to a sale as it cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided.

	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 Every-day 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