Owned by the vendor since February 2017, this T2’s fine condition – inside, outside and underneath – is testimony to a lifetime of careful ownership and a no-expense-spared attitude to maintenance, servicing and repair throughout its life.

The odometer today is showing a remarkably modest 75,672 miles.

When purchased by the vendor, the figure was 70,400.

We know that the mileage was 60,311 in 2006 and 31,041 in 1986.

So, as you have no doubt discerned, the car has been used regularly but sparingly throughout its long and evidently rather pampered life.

We know that its owner for nearly 20 years was a successful civil engineering contractor with his own business.

We also know that, for a similar amount of time, another owner was a Bentley Drivers Club committee member.

All of which anecdotal information only serves to underline our belief that this particular car has always been diligently and expertly curated.

We think this splendid ‘Walnut’ T2 with ‘Dark Brown’ upholstery is a...