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1933 Bentley 3.5 Litre Pillarless Coupe Coachwork by Gurney Nutting
United Kingdom • 15 Mar 2023
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AI Listing Summary
This 1933 Bentley 3.5 Litre is a rare 'Swept Panel' Coupe, the first Derby Bentley bodied by Gurney Nutting. It was restored in the 1990s and has won multiple concours awards. The car retains its original engine and pre-production features, making it a historically significant vehicle.
Condition
7
The car is described as being in 'very good overall' condition for its engine, gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim, bodywork, and paintwork by the vendor, which suggests a rating of at least 7. The extensive restoration work in the 1990s and subsequent concours wins further support this rating, despite the time that has passed since then. The presence of pre-production features also adds to its uniqueness and value.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
B-91-AE
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
AXK 870
RHD/LHD:
RHD
While not quite the fastest nor most technologically advanced sportscar of the mid-1930s, the Bentley 3½ Litre was arguably the most refined and best built.
Developed by Rolls-Royce (following their takeover of Walter Owen Bentley's company in 1931), the model was based on a beautifully wrought 'double dropped' chassis frame equipped with nicely damped semi-elliptic leaf-sprung suspension and servo-assisted four-wheel drum brakes.
Fed by twin SU carburettors, its 3669cc OHV straight-six engine was allied to a four-speed manual gearbox incorporating synchromesh on 3rd and 4th gears.
Exhibiting a commendably low centre of gravity and consequently fine handling, the Derby Bentley also boasted a circa 95mph top speed.
However, it was not so much the car's performance but more the way manner in which it was delivered that captivated the contemporary motoring press.
Reputedly the first Derby Bentley to be bodied by Gurney Nutting and only the fifth delivered to a customer, chassis B-91-...
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£22,079
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£70,083
Median Price (Since 2020)
£245,096
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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