Not Sold | 1962 Bentley S2 Continental Drophead Coupé by Park Ward

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Not Sold (Est: £90,000 - £110,000)

1962 Bentley S2 Continental Drophead Coupé by Park Ward

United Kingdom • 23 Sept 2017 • Lot 192

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1959 Bentley S2 Continental Drophead Coupe is a rare factory model with coachwork by Park Ward. It boasts a rich history, including ownership by media mogul Eddie Shah, and has undergone significant mechanical work and servicing. While the paint and interior show some age, the car is described as mechanically sound and a worthwhile investment opportunity.

Condition

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The car is described as being in well-preserved condition but with some imperfections. The paintwork is sound but not perfect, and the interior shows patina but no damage. The engine is described as good, and it has had a total brake overhaul. It failed an MoT test in 2017 but has since had extensive work done. Therefore, it falls into the 'Good' category, with moderate wear but overall solid condition.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

BC111CZ

Odometer:

86,252 miles

Reg Number:

FHH 45C

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Introduced in the autumn of 1959 and described as 'arguably the best looking' by Martin Bennett' in his book 'Bentley Continental', the S2 version typically cost some 40% more than the equivalent standard steel saloon and was definitely the preserve of a privileged few.

The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II and Bentley S2 appeared externally unchanged from their Silver Cloud and S-Type predecessors, though their performance was considerably enhanced by the new 6,230cc aluminium-alloy engine producing approximately 25% more power than the old six.

It offered high-speed travel in silence and luxury.

The Continental version steered away from its often-standard steel sister and was usually coachbuilt.

The firms of H.

J.

Mulliner, Park Ward, James Young and Hooper all offered handcrafted bodies on the Continental S2 chassis.

Of the 388 S2 Continentals made, just 125 came draped with bodies from the Willesden firm and, with such illustrious heritage going right back to the early days of W.
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