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£253,585

1953 Bentley Mk VI Drophead Coupe by Graber

United States • 17 Nov 2020

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AI Listing Summary

This 1953 Bentley Mark VI Drophead Coupe by Graber is a rare, coachbuilt example that was displayed at the 1952 Geneva Motor Show in fixed-head form, later converted to a drophead. It features a 4.6-liter straight-six engine, a four-speed manual gearbox, and a comprehensive restoration. The car is finished in British Racing Green over saddle leather and includes desirable accessories and extensive documentation, making it a prized collectible.

Condition

8

While the car has been restored and won awards, it has also been driven to events, suggesting some wear and tear since the restoration. The listing highlights the show-preparation detailing it received after each event, indicating an effort to maintain its appearance. The mileage since restoration is low, but the car is still a driver and not a museum piece. Therefore, it is in excellent condition.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

B184MD

Odometer:

1,500 miles

Reg Number:

GE-1953

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Chassis: B184MD.

Graber Drophead Coupe Coachwork.

Right-Hand-Drive.

Displayed at Geneva Motor Show.

Restoration in Early 2000s.

2,500 Kilometers (~1,500 Miles) Shown, TMU.

4,566cc L-Head Inline-Six.

Four-Speed Manual Transmission.

British Racing Green Exterior.

Saddle Leather Upholstery.

Tan Convertible Top.

Independent Front Suspension.

Adjustable Rear Lever-Action Shocks.

Stainless Steel Exhaust System.

Slide-Out Liquor Drawer in Glovebox.

Antler Leather Luggage.

Wicker Picnic Set.

Owner's Manual.

Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
This 1953 Bentley Mark VI was originally built with two-door, fixed-head bodywork by Carrosserie Graber and was displayed in that configuration at the 1952 Geneva Motor Show.

At some point following the show the car was returned to Graber and re-configured as a drophead coupe.

By the 1960s the vehicle had made its way to the US, where it was driven regularly for several years by a naval officer in Newport Beach, California.

It late...