Not Sold (Est: £150k - £200k)
1938 Bentley 4¼-Litre Drophead Coupé
Bonhams • UK • 13 Apr 2025
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Not Sold (Est: £150,000 - £200,000)
1938 Bentley 4¼-Litre Drophead Coupé
UK • 13 Apr 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1938 Derby Bentley, chassis number 'B78MR', is a desirable M-series overdrive model with a rich history. It boasts single-family ownership from 1967 to 1993 and has been under its present ownership since 1993. A comprehensive restoration by P&A Wood between 1995 and 2004, costing over £200,000, enhances its appeal, though some wear is visible, requiring some reconditioning.
Condition
6
While the car has been restored by marque specialists, the listing mentions wear on the exterior, interior, and wheels. It also notes the possibility of small dents, light paint scratches, or noticeable curb marks, indicating that reconditioning is required.
/ 10
5 miles (via 2016 MOT)
B78MR
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
GMV 869
1938
Auction
Not Sold (Est: £150k - £200k)
1938 Bentley 4¼-Litre Drophead Coupé
Bonhams • UK • 13 Apr 2025
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Description
• Desirable M-series overdrive model • Single family ownership from 1967 to 1993 • Present ownership since 1993 • Restored by marque specialists P&A Wood 1995-2004 at the cost of over £200,000 By the end of the 1930s the 'Derby' Bentley, introduced towards the beginning of that decade following the firm's take-over by Rolls-Royce, had undergone a number of significant developments, not the least of which was an increase in bore size in 1936 that upped the capacity to 4,257cc, a move that coincided with the adoption of superior Hall's Metal bearings.
This new engine was shared with the equivalent Rolls-Royce - the 25/30hp - and as had been the case with the preceding 3½-Litre model, enjoyed a superior specification in Bentley form, boasting twin SU carburettors, raised compression ratio and a more 'sporting' camshaft.
Thus the new 4¼-Litre model offered more power than before while retaining the well-proven chassis with its faultless gear-change and servo-assisted brakes.
It was the ...
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£17,250
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Median Price (Since 2020)
£82,201
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 29th Nov 2017
Latest MOT mileage:
5 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 30th Nov 2016, 5 miles
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