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1956 Bentley S1 Hooper

United Kingdom • 4 May 2025

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This 1956 Bentley S1 is a rare, coachbuilt Hooper model, one of only 39 made with this design. It features a well-preserved cream leather interior, a 4.9-liter straight-six engine, and comes with extensive documentation, including a letter from Hooper & Co. Despite its 'average' condition, its rarity and provenance make it a desirable classic.

Condition

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The car is described as being in 'average' condition overall. While it presents well and has enthusiast ownership, it shows evidence of its age and mileage, with a patina on the starter switch and some wear expected for a car of this era.

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Transmission:

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Chassis No:

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Odometer:

83,100 miles

Reg Number:

PSK886

RHD/LHD:

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MOT – Exempt This imposing and extravagant 1956 Bentley S1 has a coachbuilt Hooper body finished in ivory and black.

It is understood just 39 cars were produced in aluminium alloy to this design number, 8430, making it a very rare find today.

‘PSK886’ presents well, with enthusiast ownership evidenced by radiator grille badges from the VSCC, Royal Automobile Club and Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts’ Club.

Notably, it has had just three previous keepers.

The cream leather interior is bright and welcoming, with well-matched real wood veneer.

Beautiful instruments carry the famous Bentley ‘B’ logo, with an inset Smiths clock, and the starter switch has a nice patina as evidence of its 83,100-mile odometer reading.

Underneath the classic split bonnet, the 4.9-litres straight-six engine presents well, with plenty of period details.

Overall, the condition is described as ‘average’.

The rear compartment is ultra-luxurious, with lashings of leather, a broad centre armrest and wood veneer table...