Bristol was another well -known name in the aeronautical industry which found its production skills focussed on automobiles once WW2 hostilities had ended.

Quality of the product was carried over not only in terms of engineering but in overall standard of finish.

The first 400 series benefited from the acquisition of the German BMW engine blueprints and the first cars were capable of 100mph in comfort.

This historic Bristol was, we understand, the very first 411 Series IV produced, and was the actual motor car used for the Avon Tyres Safety Wheel blowout test, driven by none other than Tony Crook himself.

It was the prototype for the 603 when it was subsequently fitted with the later 5.9 litre V8 engine, which is still retained today.

Interestingly, the previous owner purchased ABW 251M directly from Bristol Cars in 2010.

Boasting dark blue metallic coachwork with a sumptuous grey/blue leather trim plus lovely walnut fascia and door cappings, The Bristol is also fitted with alloy...