• One of a mere 26 left-hand drive drophead coupés • The only example delivered new to Belgium • Ordered new by Mr Alexandre Devis • Ex-Aldo Blaton • Extensive history file • The ultimate Grande Routière of its day Bentley's magnificent Continental sports saloon has been synonymous with effortless high speed cruising in the grand manner since its introduction on the R-Type chassis in 1952.

With the arrival of the final (S-Type) generation of six-cylinder cars in 1955, the Continental lost a little of its individuality but none of its exclusivity, and this trend continued after the arrival of the V8-engined S2 in 1959.

Although the S2 appeared externally unchanged, its performance was considerably enhanced by the new 6,230cc V8 engine.

Power-assisted steering was now standard and there was no longer the option of a manual gearbox, Rolls-Royce's own four-speed automatic being the sole offering.

The Bentley Continental was, of course, exclusively a coachbuilt automobile.

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