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1957 Bentley S1 Continental HJ Mulliner Fastback Entered from The Merlin Collection

United Kingdom • 25 Jun 2025

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AI Listing Summary

This 1957 Bentley S1 Continental HJ Mulliner Fastback, one of only 97 right-hand drive models, boasts a comprehensive restoration and a rich history of ownership including prominent figures like Peter Cadbury. With matching numbers, retro-fitted air conditioning, and recent mechanical work, this exceptional vehicle is ready for a discerning collector.

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Condition 

8

The car underwent an extensive chassis-up/body-off restoration between 2016 and 2019 by Richards of England and Padgett Motor Engineers. It also has had recent work to ensure smooth operation and safety, suggesting it's in very well-maintained condition with only minimal cosmetic imperfections. The seller encourages inspection by a marque specialist, implying confidence in its condition.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

BC92BG

Odometer:

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Reg Number:

WOY 6

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Allocated design number 7400, the two-door all-aluminium Fastback coachwork which H.J.

Mulliner crafted for the Bentley S1 Continental chassis was decidedly handsome not to mention being rarer than that fitted to its R-Type predecessor.

Stylistically more reserved but still "flowing and purposeful and free from any needless excrescence", the newcomer was not only underpinned by a notably stiffer chassis (up fifty percent in terms of torsional rigidity) but also boasted a smaller turning circle, more compliant suspension and improved hydraulic brakes.

Typically allied to four-speed automatic transmission, its refined 4887cc OISE straight-six engine yielded a 120mph top speed and impressive acceleration.

Arguably the ultimate Bentley S1 Continental variant, the H.J.

Mulliner Fastback was among the very fastest and most glamorous four-seaters of its generation.

According to its accompanying copy build records, chassis BC-92-BG was initially ordered by Jack Barclay Ltd on 16 th Octob...

Points of note

£193,200

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£323,125

Median Price (Since 2020)

£1,220,000

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