£17,000 - £20,000
1961 BENTLEY S2
United Kingdom • 23 Feb 2026 • Lot 6
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1961 Bentley S2 features a 6.2L V8 engine, automatic transmission, and shows 83,674 miles. It has been recently serviced and is described as beautifully presented, though it has had a colour change and exhibits some age-related pitting.
Condition
7
Very good, minor wear visible.
/ 10
Automatic
Transmission:
580CU
Chassis No:
Odometer:
83,674 miles
XAS 560
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
1961 BENTLEY S2The Bentley S2 (1959-1962) was a landmark luxury car that replaced the Bentley S1 and introduced the brand's first all aluminium V8 engine.
This 6.2 Litre 'L Series' power unit transformed the Bentley from a traditional saloon into a grand tour, capable of silent high speed travel.
Only 2308 units were produced.The 6230cc V8 engine manufactured to deliver approximately 200 brake horsepower.
Coupled with the smooth GM Hydra-Matic 4-speed gearbox, a top speed of 113 MPH was possible.Standard features included power steering, air-conditioning and a redesigned dashboard.This 1961 car is showing just 83674 miles and has MOT until August 2026 with no advisories.She starts and drives beautifully.Recently serviced and fully checked by a qualified Rolls-Royce engineer.The vehicle has been subject to a colour change which is documented in the extensive history file.She has been fitted with a new temperature gauge and send a unit, new carpet set and the woodwork looks to BB in f...
Points of note
£8,316
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£19,174
Median Price (Since 2020)
£225,062
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Aug 10 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
83,635 miles
Registration Date
1961-04-21
MOT History
Passed
On Aug 11 2025 with 83,635 miles
Passed
On Jul 12 2024 with 83,506 miles
Passed
On Sep 05 2022 with 83,215 miles
Passed
On Jul 16 2021 with 82,760 miles
Failed
On Jul 14 2021 with 82,759 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis top (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to chassis mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Passed
On Aug 22 2019 with 82,730 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- shields limiting inspection
Passed
On Aug 13 2018 with 82,293 miles
Passed
On Jul 24 2017 with 81,742 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Shileds limiting inspection
- Oil leak
Passed
On Aug 05 2016 with 81,303 miles
Passed
On Aug 10 2015 with 80,397 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Failed
On Aug 15 2014 with 79,863 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Passed
On Aug 15 2014 with 79,863 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Passed
On Jul 31 2013 with 78,277 miles
Passed
On Aug 20 2012 with 77,516 miles
Passed
On Jul 18 2011 with 76,102 miles
Passed
On Aug 18 2010 with 75,396 miles
Passed
On Aug 14 2009 with 74,940 miles
Passed
On Jun 26 2008 with 74,598 miles
Passed
On Jul 05 2007 with 73,943 miles
Passed
On Jul 26 2006 with 73,578 miles
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