£17,901
1956 Bentley S1 Saloon
Collecting Cars • UK • 11 May 2025
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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£17,901
1956 Bentley S1 Saloon
UK • 11 May 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This Bentley S1 Saloon from 1956 has undergone cosmetic refurbishment to the exterior and interior during previous ownership, including a respray and new upholstery. It remained in single ownership for 46 years and has a fascinating history file, making it a characterful addition to any collection.
Condition
7
The car has had a bare metal respray, new upholstery, headlining, carpet set and refurbished woodwork. However, the advisories on the most recent MOT test suggest that it is not in perfect condition.
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140,862 miles
VRR 40
1956
Auction
Automatic
RHD
United Kingdom
£17,901
1956 Bentley S1 Saloon
Collecting Cars • UK • 11 May 2025
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
Track live values and receive listing alerts
Description
KEY FACTS This Bentley S1 Saloon is a charming 1950s classic, benefiting from notable cosmetic refurbishment work to the exterior and interior during the previous ownership.
Under the bonnet sits a replacement 4.9-litre straight-six engine, producing up to 180hp, driving the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission.
First registered in September 1956, it was acquired by the seller in May 2020, though the V5 remains in the previous keeper’s name.
The car reportedly has just four owners in total, with the first owner keeping it from 1956 through to 2002.
The odometer shows 40,862 miles, which is believed to reflect a genuine 140,862 miles from new.
EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES
Originally finished in black over silver, this Bentley is now painted in the handsome hue of Tudor Grey, complemented by a red leather interior with burr wood door cappings and dashboard.
It rides on 15-inch steel wheels with chromed hub caps, fitted with Hercules MRX tyres.
Equipment includes rear...
Price Analysis vs Other S1s
£5,843
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£19,041
Median Price (Since 2020)
£280,500
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